KZ1000 (Click to enlarge)
May, 2008: I first met Stephen Sunkel at the 141 Diner in Gateway, Colorado when the resurrection of this 1980 Kawasaki KZ1000 Shaft was in early stages. It was quickly apparent that Stephan, an employee of the Gateway Canyons Resort, was a very enthusiastic motorcyclist and knowledgeable mechanic. The KZ1000 was ridable but there was much work to be done. Before the KZ1000 was finished, Stephan and his wife moved back to her hometown of Independence, Kansas where Stephan is now employed by Cessna Aircraft. Stephan sent me a picture of the completed KZ1000 and I was impressed enough to add it to this site so he and I can both share with friends.
—Verle Nelson, Cedaredge Colorado
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 Biographical Data 

As of summer 2008, Stephen Sunkel is 35 years old, married to a lovely wife and has a new daughter, Isabelle Sky Sunkel, born May 17th, 2008. Stephen has a BS in Aviation Technology, is an A&P mechanic with an IA (inspection authorization). Stephen is a commercial pilot with instrument, multi engine, sea plane and flight instructor ratings. Stephen's hobbies include motorcycling, skydiving (licensed), electric RC aircraft pilot, SCUBA diving (licensed), snowboarding, mountain biking, mine exploring, off roading (Jeeps) and vehicle restoration. He is currently working on a VW bus and the BMW R75/6 below. Stephen is also learning to play the guitar.
BMW R75/6 Project motorcycle
This BMW R75/6 is destined to become a cafe racer.