FZR1000 Genesis Restoration - INITIAL INSPECTION

Removing covers, fuel tank, and fairings to get at the critical bits in order to assess the state of the engine.
Before I can even think about starting the engine, I need to make sure the oil pump, cooling system and other important systems are functional. Once I've looked inside the cylinders, then I'll be able to determine if I can turn over the engine by hand. Once I do that, then it should be safe to turn over the engine with the starter motor and verify the oil pump is working.
Engine compression can then be checked and at that time I'll rebuild the carbs. Only when that's all done will be in a position to try and start the bike.
Since I have no idea of the state of this machine, I'll be taking baby steps so that I don't do any major damage to the internal engine parts.

[@matthewnovosedlik3302]

This is going to be a great project seeing the depths you went to with the XV1000,

[@KensWorldRestorations]

Thanks bro...really appreciate that.

[@uhtred7860]

At 20:09 that fuse box should attach to the plastic bit behind it in a manner similar too the relays, my bike also had the rubber "holder" missing. Fortunately the same piece is used on a few Yamahas, from FZR250s and YZF750's, I had to buy a complete YZF600 Thundercat loom just to get the rubber fuse box holder doodad. 😫🤣🤣

[@minerma]

those handle bar switches look familiar

[@KensWorldRestorations]

Definitely! It only makes sense to "re-use" components in high volume manufacturing. The fuel pump looked awfully familiar and when I checked the part numbers, it's the same fuel pump that's in my Virago.

[@uhtred7860]

Many parts of this bike are generic Yamaha parts, the headlights fit many models, the engine cases are FZ 750, the clutch plates are still used today on some of the MT series bikes, and the rear disc and caliper was used on loads of models through the 90s (125 different models according to part numbers), the tail light lens was used on 263 models 😆from TZR's, XT's FZ's, RZ's, TRX's. But according to Ebay sellers, they are "Very rare and hard to find" 😂

[@AshRowland]

That's in much nicer condition than mine mate 😂

[@KensWorldRestorations]

It is overall but barely - what you see when I started the videos is after a few weeks of cleaning, power washing, and a lot of WD40 trying to free up all the locks and switches. But yeah, seeing yours clearly puts it on the top of the "holy crap that's bad" list. My fuel tank looked exactly like yours - a coral reef. But don't give up because every little bit you do takes it one step closer to a running vintage bike.

[@AshRowland]

@@KensWorldRestorations absolutely!

[@uhtred7860]

Hi Ken, in a future video could you show how your single seat hump fits on the seat, i found one on Ebay but i think it must be missing some bits, as it doesn't fit very securely at all.

[@KensWorldRestorations]

I’ll do that. This seat cover of mine is sloppy also. There seems to be only 4 points of true contact and two of those require clips of some sort. Feel free to email me and I’ll be home in a week. I can send you some pics.

[@uhtred7860]

Are you sure that cockpit fairing isn't original? Ive never seen a reproduction one with the bolts for the headlight to attach fitted. Maybe it was just patched with glass fibre.

[@KensWorldRestorations]

After closer inspection, it appears to be just that - an original that has been damaged and repaired more than once. Both repair jobs are hideous. I found a bunch of fairing parts in Florida and had them shipped up and will be using those.

[@uhtred7860]

@@KensWorldRestorations Nice, if you ever see another headlight fairing please let me know, its what i need to finish mine.

[@pierfedericocecconi2424]

Hello, can you tell me where/how to connect the SWITCH, SIDE STAND
2KT8256601?

[@KensWorldRestorations]

Hi. Not sure what year your bike is since I'm sure they're all a bit different, but there should be two wires that connect the side stand switch as a pair. One is grounded (should be a black wire that goes to the side stand relay) and on my bike, the other wire is blue/yellow which eventually connects to the diode block. It might be different on your bike. You will need to get a proper wiring diagram for your bike - that will help tremendously.

[@pierfedericocecconi2424]

@@KensWorldRestorations yes found it ! thanks a lot . mine it's a 87 fzr 1000 (as your)

[@KensWorldRestorations]

@@pierfedericocecconi2424 Perfect! If you need a wiring diagram, email me at [e-mail].

[@uhtred7860]

Hi ken did you receive my email and the attachment i sent??

[@KensWorldRestorations]

Hey Andrew! Yep...just now. Sent you an email on my personal account. Cheers!