Item Description
An excellent find for vintage superbike collectors and Z1300 preservationists. This listing is for a matched, factory-original Pair of Kawasaki Z1300 / KZ1300 Front Brake Calipers. Sourced directly from a 1980 A2 model machine, these heavy-duty anchor bodies are the correct variants designed to manage the significant curb weight of Kawasaki's flagship 6-cylinder touring line.
Crucially, this listing comes complete with the **four (4) original factory-issued mounting bolts**. Unlike modern aftermarket stainless steel replacements that look out of place on an un-restored machine, these factory bolts feature the original engineering head stamp markings and factory zinc finishes, preserving your motorcycle's true vintage identity.
Condition Report
Caliper Castings: The alloy caliper bodies are structurally solid with no fractures, impact gouges, or hairline stress splits. All internal bleeder threads and fluid line entry port threads are clean and un-stripped. The original black paint finish shows honest age-related marks, localized flaking, and a gorgeous survivor patina.
Original Hardware: The mounting hardware is structurally sound and complete. The original plating displays surface pitting, oxidation clouding, and general cosmetic wear consistent with 40+ years of road history.
Mechanical Notice: Internal hydraulic pistons are present. However, because this assembly has spent years in dry storage, it is sold as a restoration core. The calipers must be completely stripped, cleaned, and fitted with fresh hydraulic seals and dust boots prior to being run on the road for absolute safety.
Model Fitment Matrix
This front-end brake pairing matches the following Kawasaki 1300cc 6-Cylinder DOHC models:
- Kawasaki Z1300 / KZ1300 A1 (1979)
- Kawasaki Z1300 / KZ1300 A2 (1980)
- Kawasaki Z1300 / KZ1300 A3 (1981)
- Kawasaki Z1300 / KZ1300 A4 (1982)
*Note: Not compatible with the later fuel-injected Voyager ZG1300 series models which utilized multi-piston caliper variants. Please check your fork slider ear mounting holes distance to confirm direct alignment.
Carefully handled, wrapped inside oil-resistant protection, and dispatched quickly. Rebuild with real history.
