The steel overflow line inside the tank has failed. The tank has been drained and removed. It can be inspected upon request. This posed a safety risk for myself and others. If the fuel tank was filled above a 1/4, it drained out the over flow while parked and riding. It was not discovered until I rode to the gas station to fill up and noticed gasoline draining as I filled it. A simple spark could have caught the bike on fire, regardless or riding or parked. The tank has not been inspected by anyone other than myself. I myself am a experienced and educated mechanic. I have a picture of the failed fuel line from a mechanics mirror.
The worst 2017 Kawasaki Z 650 problems
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Recalls
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Technical service bulletins for the 2017 Kawasaki Z 650 1
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What 2017 Kawasaki Z 650 owners say
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Questions about the 2017 Kawasaki Z 650
Is the 2017 Kawasaki Z 650 reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2017 Kawasaki Z 650, close to a typical Z 650 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2017 Kawasaki Z 650?
Fuel and propulsion system, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2017 Kawasaki Z 650 have?
No recalls on record.
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