Comic Dreams, Real Wheels: KAWASAKI Z2(750RS) Custom by SANCTUARY

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SANCTUARY's Z2(750RS)

With its red and white paintjob done in the Fireball pattern, clip-on handlebars, red frame, and three-spoke wheels, this machine is made in the image of the bike ridden by the main character of a comic that was popular in Japan in the 1980s. Let's ask Mr. Nakamura of AC SANCTUARY, who worked on the bike, for more details. "The base bike was the same Z2 that appeared in the comics, and when the owner brought it in, it was almost completely stock condition. The owner wanted the coloring and overall look to be faithful to the bike in the comics, but at the same time, he was very specific about the parts he wanted to use, such as OHLINS front and rear suspension, Brembo brakes, and TMR-MJN carburetor with dual stack funnels. Although the parts were different from the motif, the owner had a clear vision of what he wanted to create."

"In such cases, it is often difficult to find the right balance between the image of the machine and the actual appearance of the bike after installation, and the parts installed on the bike often don't go well with the look. We started working on customizing this bike wondering how it was going to turn out, but when we completed it, it didn't feel strange at all. In fact, we realized that we had been working under the stereotype that OHLINS front forks would look better on a 17-inch bike." The engine was fully overhauled after precision finishing at DiNx, the internal combustion machinery division of AC SANCTUARY. The exhaust system was modified to avoid interference with the swingarm, and the Z2's stock rear drum brake was changed to a disc brake.

"As a result, the RCM (Radical Construction Manufacture = complete customization by SANCTUARY) requirements, including all work done by SANCTUARY and upgrades mainly using NOBLEST parts, were met, making this bike an RCM, complete with serial number," said Nakamura. At the same time, they were also working on a number of other 18-inch bikes. Working on these bikes gave them the know-how to add an 18-inch version (including a stem kit) to the NOBLEST "E x M package," which includes front forks, front fender, caliper support, and other front parts all in one. Clearly envision how you want to customize your bike. From there, a new style is born.

Handle

A flat top SCULPTURE Stem Kit Type 1 for φ43 forks (offset from 60 to 35mm) and clip-on handlebars are installed. NISSIN left and right master cylinders are used.

Bodyworks

The exterior is red and white, the same as the paintjob on the main character's bike in the comics. The frame is also finished in red.

Engine

The base engine is the original Z2 engine and has been fully overhauled. The internal combustion engine was precisely machined by DiNx and is in excellent condition.

The carburetor is a TMR-MJN φ36mm with dual stack funnels, and the piping to the oil cooler follows that of the motif bike.

Intake & Exhaust

For the exhaust system, the short pipe originally installed on this machine was cut and rejoined to prevent interference with the swingarm.

Chassis

The steps are NITRO Racing rearsets, and the front sprocket covers and engine hanger are from PMC.

The front forks are ø43mm OHLINS RWU (Z2 stock is ø36mm) and the front brakes are Brembo Axial 4P calipers + SUNSTAR discs.

The rear brakes are a Brembo rear 2P caliper + stock Z-series disc.

The rear shocks are OHLINS Legend Twin mounted on a SCULPTURE "Z" 18-inch special semi-wide swingarm. The front and rear wheels are PMC Sword Heritage wheels in 2.75-18/4.50-18 sizes.

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Specifications

Part	Details
Engine	PMC Engine Mount Set / Front NITRO RACING Reduction Kit (Engine Slider)
Carb / Intake	YOSHIMURA MIKUNI TMR36 Carburetor YOSHIMURA Dual Stack Funnel System Basic Kit for TMR YOSHIMURA Original Aluminum Funnel for TMR/MJN
Exhaust	YOSHIMURA Machine Bent Straight Cyclone
Frame	SCULPTURE Semi-Wide Swingarm Adjuster Type for 18-inch Wheels
Brake	NISSIN [Stock Lever] Brake Master Cylinder Kit [Horizontal Type 14mm/Tank Separate Body Type] brembo P4-40C Brake Caliper P4 30/34 40mm SUNSTAR TRAD TYPE2 Front Disc Rotor brembo P2-CR84 Rear Brake Caliper P2 34 84mm
Wheels	PMC Forged Aluminum Front Wheel SWORD-Heritage PMC Forged Aluminum Rear Wheel SWORD-Heritage
Suspension	OHLINS Upright Front Fork RWU OHLINS Rear Suspension Legend-Twin
Steps	NITRO RACING Rearsets
Drive System	NISSIN Clutch Master Cylinder Kit [Horizontal / Seperated Tank-Type] PMC Board Kit (with Mounting Collar) Repair Parts SANCTUARY EK & NOBLEST 530 RCM Chain (BK / GP)
Handle / Steering	SCULPTURE Stem Kit Type1 for φ43 Fork with Flat Top DAYTONA Cut Out Clamp for Clip-on Handlebar DAYTONA Cut Out Straight Bar for Clip-on Handlebar
Oil Cooler	NITRO RACING EARL'S Oil Cooler Kit
Seat	DAYTONA [DAYTONA x AC SANCTUARY] RCM Concept COZY Seat

About SANCTUARY

SANCTUARY is a custom builder that is good at Vintage motorcycles like Z1,Ninja and KATANA. They sell special parts which were born from trial and error that mechanics had repeated mounting and testing

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Original Source of this Article

Heritage & Legends