Specifically engineered for drag racing, these lightweight fiberglass products are designed to fit Kawasaki Z1 models from 1972 to 1975. Built for performance, it offers the sleek, race-ready look and weight savings serious racers demand. Streamline your setup and shave weight where it counts with this purpose-built front fender for classic Z1 dragbikes. FEATURES Precision-molded fiberglass construction Lightweight design for reduced front-end weight Ideal for dragbike and race applications FITMENT DFX-59 / Fender Front Standard DFX-60 / Fender Front Drag DFX-62 / Fender Rear – 7.5″ DFX-67 / Fender Rear – 10″ DFX-63 / Seat Tail – 36″ x 8″ DFX-68 / Seat Tail – 42″ x 13″ DFX-68.5 / Fender X-wide (For DFX-68) – Not Pictured DFX-65 / Seat Tail – 42″ x 10″ DFX-64 / Seat Tail – 36″ x 10″ DFX-66 / Side Covers (Will also fit 1976 KZ900) DFX-70.5 / Seat Base Wide – Not Pictured DFX-70.6 / Seat Base Standard – Not Pictured FiberX General Fitment and Finish Notes FiberX products come in a raw finish, allowing the customers to paint or clear coat parts as they prefer. FiberX products come undrilled to accommodate various aftermarket bracket options for mounting. Mounting hardware and tabs NOT included. Windscreens are not included with any FiberX bodies. At DME Racing, we use Zero Gravity windscreens for all our bodies. In some cases, specialty-built windscreens are required for fitment. If you wish to add a windscreen to your order and the option is not currently listed on the product page, please contact us directly. Made in the USA FiberX Bodywork Wheelbase Measurements Please note that when referring to bodywork wheelbase measurements, we are measuring from the neck to the point where the fenderette begins at the end of the tail area. It is important to keep in mind that not all bodywork will have a launderette, but the wheelbase measurement is taken from the same general area. Features and Benefits of FiberX Fiberglass Fiberglass is a composite material made of fine glass fibers woven together and embedded in a polymer resin. When used in vehicle bodywork, fiberglass offers several advantages: Aerodynamic Excellence: Bodywork is precision-engineered to enhance the aerodynamic performance of motorcycles, significantly reducing drag and increasing speed. Each curve and contour is optimized for drag racing applications, ensuring racers slice through the air with minimal resistance. Weight Optimization: FiberX fiberglass bodywork is exceptionally lightweight, offering racers improved power-to-weight ratios. The reduction in weight allows for faster acceleration and greater agility on the track, giving racers a distinct competitive advantage. Strength: Despite being lightweight, fiberglass is strong and durable, making it a suitable choice for motorcycle drag racing applications. It can withstand impact and resist corrosion. Flexibility: Fiberglass can be molded into various shapes and designs, allowing for creative and aerodynamic body designs. It can also be easily customized and modified to suit the builder’s preferences. Repairable: These bodywork components are built to withstand the rigorous demands of motorcycle drag racing. The high-quality fiberglass materials ensure exceptional strength, durability, and longevity, even in the most intense racing conditions. ABOUT THE KAWASAKI Z1 The Kawasaki Z1 was developed under the project name “New York Steak”. In the late 1960s Kawasaki, already an established manufacturer of two-stroke motorcycles, had begun prototyping a 750cc four-cylinder four-stroke sports motorcycle working with McFarlane Design in 1969 to develop the bike’s overall appearance. When Honda introduced the CB750 to the market first, Kawasaki postponed the Z1’s release until its displacement could be increased to 903 cc and the motorcycle could be marketed in the 1000cc-class. Z1 production began in 1972 as the most powerful Japanese 4-cylinder 4-stroke ever marketed. In 1976 the Z1 was replaced by the Kawasaki KZ900 in the U.S. and Z900 in other markets.
