Kawasaki ZL 600 - Drift ghost HD - MotoVlog

Hello everyone, this is my first Motovlog so be kind with your comments. I am recording with a Drift Ghost HD and I love it. There is info about the bike below, if you enjoyed the video please like, if you did not, please leave a comment with some advice, be nice tho, thanks.
Bike
1986 Kawasaki ZL 600 (Eliminator)
HP - Stock - 74
Top Speed - 119 mph
4 Cylinder
6 Speed
Liquid Cooling
Sport Touring Class
Shaft Drive
www.bikez.com/m...
You can check that link for more information on the bike.
www.zl-oa.com is a website with all sorts of useful (and some not so useful) information on the ZL series of bikes from Kawasaki.

[@jeffreysteen9820]

I know this video is a little old, but i just found it and had to comment. I owned a 900 in the early 90's and I was absolutley in love with that bike. Everything about it was perfect. If I remember right, they made the 600,and 900 in 85 and 86,and the 1000 in 87 and 88. I came across your video because I've started looking for a 600.i have to have another eliminator, call it a mid life crises our what ever, but it's time to relive some of those days I had with the first one. I am 50 now, and have a bad bank, that's why I've deeded ttyl get a 600. they're 60 pounds lighter and a 600 probably has plenty of speed for an old man. I'd love to find a red one I think they're fucking crazy sexy bikes. Your bike looked awesome and you did do a great job on the video I was very well entertained the whole time I think you spoke well covered a lot of topics and it was just enjoyable from beginning to end. Well I'll let you go I hope you still have your bike and are still enjoying it be super safe out there.

[@dirtdiverzl600]

thank you, i plan on starting back up had to sell this one, very sad day, but hey picking up a fully restored 1k this week, stay tuned

[@jackstone7170]

I am 17 and just bought a 86 zl600 in the red and I am in love with it, its the coolest thing ever

[@somael]

Thanks for the nice video. I agree 100% with your impression of this motorcycle. I was raised with bikes, riding on the tank with my father, and taking the handle bars before my 8th birthday. I am happy to say that I own a ZL600B2 (1996). Without a doubt, one of the best riding bikes (in this category) I have known. The only comparable one, in my opinion, is the 1951 Sunbeam S7. Even the "sound" resembles that old classic. The previous owner wants to buy it back, but he is "out of luck".

[@dirtdiverzl600]

thanks, i got a new one im about to buy cant wait to show it off and make more videos

[@aughtone]

Dude, that video was great. You did a great job in describing all the cool that is the ZL600. I just bought an '86. It's stock and super rad. I love my bike and you are the reason I pulled the trigger when I saw it listed. $1400...and, yer right...you don't see these bikes anywhere. I love that.

[@dirtdiverzl600]

man thats awesome, i hope you still have it, picking up a new one this week, about to start vlogging again so keep your eyes open, thanks

[@losteroni]

I just traded my '86 zl600 a few months ago for an Intruder 1400 and I already miss it . Although I do believe I miss my old '82 Nighthawk 650SC just as dearly !

[@dirtdiverzl600]

miss mine very bad

[@joelee1750]

I owned one back in highschool (early 90's) lived it... They are nice standard cruisers.. I loved it..

[@joelee1750]

I believe you will always have a soft spot for your 1st bike..

[@dnlsdd]

@@joelee1750 you're right mate. There's nothing like the first bike you own. I'm still in love with my long gone klr 600

[@JohnDavis-od3qx]

I just found this video today. I was searching for info on the ZL600, because I plan to purchase this exact bike this Friday. To my amazement, it is the very bike I am going to get!! Really cool motovlog. Can't wait to give this amazing bike a loving home and put many happy miles on her.

[@Knowna89]

I'm getting my 97 on Tuesday now I cant wait thanks for the video

[@lalo8046]

Just found a 1986 in red mint condition with 3k miles for $2,200. You might have just convinced me

[@MrButtons252]

They sound cool.

[@ThePudgie123]

NIce vid and bike! I'm surprised you didn't get a 900 or 1000 but the 600's are waaaay fast for 65 year old me! Love the 4 cyl sound and smoothness...my dad rode a 1932? Indian 4.

[@dirtdiverzl600]

picked up a new toy today, stay tuned, lol

[@yourlocalhitman4166]

Had one in in 88 very fast bike, that's one I should've held onto

[@lem109]

Красивый мот. И быстрый.

[@ivanmehandzhiyski6014]

An amazing video man! Appreciate the impressions!Keep up with the good content :)

[@TheFiatman2]

I had a 5 speed model but found anything over 50 mph the wind tried to pull my hands off the grips, so I ordered a plexiglas clear screen which transformed the ride and not the look of the bike. fastest I ever went two up was 135 mph. I am 78 now a bit too old for a bike.

[@dirtdiverzl600]

never to old Barry, lol, my back is messed up so i cant ride to long at a time but i still try

[@facemob6756]

I am a first time Ryder an I just purchased the exact same bike I haven’t riden it yet but I need protection first then I will ride it but it looks amazing I’m sure when I finally learn how to ride it will be awesome

[@BirchsLawnCareLLC]

Cool vid, I have an '86 ZL600 it still runs but I haven't gone for a ride in so long I need to actually try and restore it. It still starts but runs pretty ruff.

[@kingkevin267]

I just bought a 86 zl 600 and they are awesome and rare. they do use the same engine as the ninja 600 and a fun fact it will actually beat the ninja off the line as it has a smaller carb. the smaller carb means better idleing and better take off from a stop the only down fall being less power at higher rpms. parts are also increbily easy to find for them since they pretty much used the same design up through 96 (they changed they look but kept the same parts).

[@GoWithWill]

I jest bought one today 86 zl600 can't wait to ride.

[@DarthPeachy]

Hey Donnie I found you on moto vlog and I like to support new vloggers so I sub'd you. Very nice looking bike bud. Look forward to seeing more videos from you. Chris.

[@dirtdiverzl600]

thanks chris, you rock, about to start it back up with a new bike im getting, cant wait to show it to you guys

[@theymusthatetesla3186]

Nice! Just about to buy ne of these....same year, same colour.

[@vinnyv123]

I'm on my first bike and it happens to be that exact same bike but mine has stock exhaust but replaced those silly handle bars with some drag bars and mine sits a little lower than yours.

[@ACaseyPodcast]

I have a zl400 and someone wants to swap my a zl600 that needs a fork seals and a tire. I need to go to a more powerful bike for motorway cruising anyways. Thoughts?

[@BLASTERGIFT]

Nice bike and it sounds good. Where did you find those mirror adapters? I have allmost the same mirrors and i cant see nothing behind .They are too short.

[@TomJenkinsTJ95]

Thats okay, cool more footage! Thanks, enjoy!

[@dirtdiverzl600]

more coming bud, with a new bike, cant wait

[@TomJenkinsTJ95]

dirtdiverzl looking forward to it 👍🏼👍🏼

[@dirtdiverzl600]

@@TomJenkinsTJ95 left last night at 8 pm, drove to tampa, picked up my new baby, and a donar bike, and just got back home hahaha gotta get a gopro in and my mic in and set up and ill be shooting a new video

[@DarthPeachy]

Thanks for the sub back Donnie, I'm happy to hear you like my stuff. I haven't had the camera long and I'm still getting to know it. I'm aware of the angle issue and have been trying to fix it, the problem with the GoPro is that you don't know what youre shooting until you upload it to computer. Great feedback though, always appreciate an honest opinion. Thanks. Chris.

[@dirtdiverzl600]

i used a drift back then, prob going with hero this time, more videos coming soon

[@madflaahavoc9392]

Good video Dirt. Just some info, '85-86 was the zl900. '87-88 was zl1000. ZL_Havoc

[@Thakiid101]

sounds meaty compared to todays ninjas

[@sclark1701]

nice video Dirt. Just got an 86 zl600 myself that needs a little carb/petcock/vacuum work and I was wondering if yours was stock? I see you have the F1 pipes but what about the carbs? Thanks in advance!

[@marcownl]

You're bike sounds great, i have a 1986 zl600 too :-)

[@ylism]

Real nice bike you have there. BTW you did a great job on your first vlog. I found one for sale with 28K miles, looks great. Could you tell me when the valves need to be checked ? Thanks. yl

[@stevenclark5709]

Just got my 86 ZL600 with 6,200 original miles but the valves were still pretty far off from being correct when I adjusted them. I'd say if you were going to buy that bike (or if you did) you should just do the valves asap. I will recommend 2 feeler gauges to set each set that shares a rocker arm together and Intake to .15mm and exhaust to .20mm. Got mine dialed in and she runs like a beast!

[@ylism]

Steven Clark Really nice bike, but I was a little too late on buying it ? unless they are reposting, that happens sometimes. Thanks for the info, who knows maybe I will see it again, or another... Much appreciated. yl

[@brandonrogers8341]

AMAZING VIDEO!!! i have been putting one together for over a year now and only have a few things left to finish!!! do have a question though. are air pod filters better for the carbs or should i rum the original airbox for it?

[@jeffreysteen9820]

Brandon rogers hey Brandon you've probably already finished your bike, but my advice would be, if the carbs have been better, Ron pod filters. If they're still stock Jeff's use the Airbus. Your gonna love, love, love it... I owned an 85 900 and am looking for a 600 right now. It's 60 pounds lighter and im an old man now with a bad back so I think I can handle a 600 a lot better. Enjoy it, and be super careful out there.

[@seller559]

Just bought a 97.

[@collinlicklider2630]

Same here just picked up a 97 2 days ago, it's my first bike

[@Modders4lifeUniqueModz]

Same brought mine for £500

[@Knowna89]

I'm buying a 97 on tuesday

[@sauliussvolkinas1256]

mano zl 600 turi sportinius paskirtymo velenelius nuo ninjos600,trauka superine tik voztuvu tarpus reik reguliuot po pakeitimo.

[@DragonWrath23]

Hello mate! great job helping us with this moto. what is the real fuel consomption? thank you!

[@motogirlz101]

+DragonWrath23 I get about 33 miles per gallon on my ZL600.

[@callummurray740]

Marveloux! What's up, {o? summer abusive !!!

[@adrianador]

hi i well re-pat my question wher i can find partys to modyfy the carb ??

[@Hydrargyre81]

Ebay.co.uk is the best place I know in order to find parts for this bike. I don't know where you live but you may want to consider this. Hope it helped Ride safe \m/ - _- \m/

[@adrianador]

hi meate if this seam engine like zzr600 can i modyfay it and put carbs brom zzr600?? to grt mor hp ??

[@johnnyhall7065]

ZZr engine may fit but different bore and stroke. ZL tuned for Low and mid-range power, not all top-end!

[@minakaupo]

nice video! 5+

[@edualves35]

Hy 👋

[@TomJenkinsTJ95]

Nice video, love the bike, it runs and sounds sweet! I've subscribed to you, come and check out my channel, been at motovlogging myself, like leave a comment and If you want, subscribe back! Keep up the good videos! :D

[@TheBGHellKnight]

Check out my ZL400, that's getting modded.

[@ThePudgie123]

I've never seen a 400 in the USA and I've looked, though there are many in Europe.

[@TheBGHellKnight]

ThePudgie123 I'm in Europe..

[@ThePudgie123]

OK...I would love to find one in the U.S.

[@legacypascal3070]

ThePudgie123 lol I have one I bought it from a Japanese mechanical shop for $600.00 everywhere I go ppl ask me about it and ppl love it. There are only about 8 in the whole USA