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This is going to sound very unpractical but I like the look of the Z650 far more than the Superdream

That is a very useful comment.  I was wondering if I would get a better deal from a private sale but reading your advice I'll get in touch with local dealers instead.
Thank you

Hi, I'm new to the Forum. 
I rode smaller bikes, 150cc to 250 in my early 20s when it was an affordable option to a car, now 30 years later I want to get back into it.  The main appeal is riding a 1970s larger bike, a second appeal is to learn about what makes them tick as I currently have no knowledge of mechanics.  With about £3k to spend I am thinking Japanese, probably Kawasaki, and looking around a z650 seems common enough to be in my price range and able to hold it's own going up and down the motorway at weekends.  My dream bike since I was a young boy was the Z1 but that is well out of my price range (by about 7 fold).  I am looking for advice and guidance on where to look and what to look for, or if my expectations need to be reset.

Many thanks,
Stuart