The speedo cable packed it in about 3000 km ago.
Carbs have been a headache the last 1000 km or so.
I found this little jewel stashed in a corner of a guy's storage shed and talked him into selling. It has been a joy to own and ride. I do not baby it, in fact, I love the engine so much I can't stop flogging this little bike and it just keeps delivering.
The problem with the carbs is not a big deal... the bike is 19 years old and I'm sure it has never been tuned or had any part rebuilt. It's definitely a keeper.
I recently purchased a 454 for my wife, great bike, she really likes it. With the high price of fuel and prices increasing daily, this little gem can surely keep money in the pocket.
I just purchased the Kawasaki 454 LTD. I truly love this bike. I too am having some problems with the carb. Not much though, only seems to be a little bothersome near the top end, or in 6th gear going up a hill or something. I also need to replace the front forks, for they both leak and the rear tire. All in all, I'm really happy with this bike.
Well I'm from Denmark. I've got 2 LTD 454s - use them in my driving school, never had a problem - they just keep going.
Only part changed was a belt after 36000 miles (around 58000 km). I want to see that chain there could do the same :-)
The bikes stay.
I have a 1986 454 LTD Kawasaki, which works and looks very nice.
I have had a lot of bikes; this one handles really good, probably because it's light compared to other bigger ones I have drove.
I am having a little noise coming from down by the foot shifter inside the cover; it sounds like a chain is slack, with tension on it no noise, press the clutch you have noise. I hope it's nothing too bad.
I run Dunlop tires; they handle excellent.
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