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Wiseco Piston Kit 71.00mm for Kawasaki KZ1000C/P Police 1978-1980, 1045cc Displacement - K1045

Overview

The Piston Kit designed for the Kawasaki KZ1000 series is engineered to enhance your motorcycle's performance and reliability. With a displacement of 1045cc, this kit features a bore of 71.00mm and a stroke of 66.00mm, resulting in a compression ratio of 10.25:1. This precision engineering ensures that your engine operates at its peak efficiency, providing improved throttle response and overall power delivery. Note that cylinder boring is required for optimal fitment.

Fitment

  • Kawasaki KZ1000A/J 1977-1980
  • Kawasaki KZ1000B/K Ltd 1977-1980
  • Kawasaki KZ1000C/P Police 1978-1980
  • Kawasaki KZ1000D Z1R 1978-1980
  • Kawasaki KZ1000E Shaft 1978-1980
  • Kawasaki KZ1000G Classic 1980
  • Kawasaki KZ900/Z1 1973-1977
  • Kawasaki KZ900B Ltd 1976

Technical Specs

  • Displacement: 1045cc
  • Bore: 71.00mm
  • Stroke: 66.00mm
  • Compression Ratio: 10.25:1
  • Note: Cylinder boring required

User Feedback

Customers have noted significant improvements after installation. One user shared, “I installed this piston kit on my 1978 KZ1000A, and the throttle response is noticeably sharper, making my rides much more exhilarating.” Another added, “Fitment was spot on, and I can feel the extra torque in the mid-range. A solid upgrade for my KZ1000C.”

Closing Summary

Whether you’re cruising the streets or hitting the open road, this Piston Kit offers the durability and performance enhancements that serious riders demand. With verified fitment and robust specifications, it’s a quality addition to any Kawasaki KZ1000 enthusiast's toolkit.

Other Part Numbers:
Wiseco #K1045

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Vehicle Make/Model
Kawasaki KZ1000A/J 1977-1980 Base
Kawasaki KZ1000B/K LTD 1977-1980 Base
Kawasaki KZ1000C/P Police 1978-1980 Base
Kawasaki KZ1000D Z1R 1978-1980 Base
Kawasaki KZ1000E Shaft 1979-1980 Base
Kawasaki KZ1000G Classic 1980 Base
Kawasaki KZ900/Z1 1973-1977 Base

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Who is Wiseco Pistons?

Wiseco Pistons is an aftermarket company established in 1940 and started in Cleveland, Ohio when Clyde Wiseman designed to create his pistons for himself and his friends. Soon after, people started ordering the same piston and became a favorite of many motorsport enthusiasts. 

Today, Wiseco’s has become a world-renowned brand for piston and other high-performance products.

Hightech Manufacturing Facility

Over the years, the company grew and relocated its corporate headquarters in Mentor, Ohio. It now boasts over 150,000 square feet of state-of-the-art forging facility with CNC machining equipment. Wiseco also has fully stocked, strategically located distribution centers all over Canada and Europe to cater to their customers wherever they are.

Global Footprint

As an internationally acclaimed brand, Wiseco gained customers' trust in Europe, Africa, South America, Asia, and Australia. Wiseco is now considered the world leader in manufacturing hi-performance, forged pistons for motorcycles, snowmobile, motorcycle, ATV, outboard marine, and automotive markets.

Purchase Wiseco Pistons at Vivid Racing

If you search for quality pistons that would provide you with optimum performance, then Wiseco Pistons is the right brand for you. It is designed for those who want the best. With 75 years of experience under their belt, you can be sure that Wiseco Pistons is a brand you could trust. 

To know more about Wiseco Pistons and what they can offer, visit Vivid Racing and check out their list of products that would fit your specific needs.

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