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    My latest flame: 2nd gen Kat 1100

    After restoring a first generation Katana 1100, I couldn't resist buying a secong generation model I found recently.
    This model was tested in the "Cycle World" issue dated Feb 1983 and is different from the 1st generation Kat by the paintwork but also subbtle details such as the footpegs, the wheels, the black engine, the suspension settings, forged pistons and the list goes on...
    I thought this model sold only in the USA but surprise there was at least one in France and now it's mine
    It needs quite a bit of work but nothing dramatic I believe.
    It sat in an underground garage for years but what saved it is that the front suspension had oozed oil all over the bike.
    Here's a picture as I bought it
    sigpicJohn Kat
    My bikes: CB 77, GS 1000 ST Cafe Racer with GSXR 1052 engine, GS 1000 ST, XR 41 Replica with GS 1085 engine,
    GS 1100 SZ Katana with GS 1135 EFF engine, KTM Superduke 1290 R 2020

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    I want a Katana soooo bad! Looks good! I'm in for this one.

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