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......Warning/Indicator Lights: ...Keys ...Ignition Switch/Steering Lock ...Right Handlebar Switches...Engine Stop Switch: ...Starter Button: ...Left Handlebar Switches ...Dimmer Switch: ...Turn Signal Switch:...Horn Button: ...7 11 12 15 18 18 19 20 22 29 32 33 35 35 35 36 36 36 37 Passing Button: ...Hazard Switch: ...Brake/Clutch Lever Adjusters...Fuel Tank Cap ...Fuel Tank ...Fuel Requirement ...Stand...Seats ...Helmet Hooks...Tool Kit ...Tying Hooks ...Windshield...BREAK-IN ...HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE . Starting the Engine ...Jump Starting ...Moving Off...Shifting Gears ...Braking...
......Warning/Indicator Lights: ...Keys ...Ignition Switch/Steering Lock ...Right Handlebar Switches...Engine Stop Switch: ...Starter Button: ...Left Handlebar Switches ...Dimmer Switch: ...Turn Signal Switch:...Horn Button: ...7 11 12 15 18 18 19 20 22 29 32 33 35 35 35 36 36 36 37 Passing Button: ...Hazard Switch: ...Brake/Clutch Lever Adjusters...Fuel Tank Cap ...Fuel Tank ...Fuel Requirement ...Stand...Seats ...Helmet Hooks...Tool Kit ...Tying Hooks ...Windshield...BREAK-IN ...HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE . Starting the Engine ...Jump Starting ...Moving Off...Shifting Gears ...Braking...
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... Maintenance Chart...Engine Oil ...Cooling System ...Spark Plugs...Evaporative Emission Control System (California model only)...Kawasaki Clean Air System ...Valve Clearance ...Air Cleaner ...Throttle Control System ...Engine Vacuum Synchronization ...Idle Speed ... 63 64 66 68 68 71 74 76 81 93 99 107 108 109 110 111 113 115 116 Clutch ...Drive Chain ...Brakes ...Brake Light Switches...Front Fork...Rear Shock Absorber...Wheels ...Battery...Headlight Beam...Fuses ...General Lubrication...Cleaning Your Motorcycle ...Bolt and Nut Tightening...STORAGE ...TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE...YOUR WARRANTY...
... Maintenance Chart...Engine Oil ...Cooling System ...Spark Plugs...Evaporative Emission Control System (California model only)...Kawasaki Clean Air System ...Valve Clearance ...Air Cleaner ...Throttle Control System ...Engine Vacuum Synchronization ...Idle Speed ... 63 64 66 68 68 71 74 76 81 93 99 107 108 109 110 111 113 115 116 Clutch ...Drive Chain ...Brakes ...Brake Light Switches...Front Fork...Rear Shock Absorber...Wheels ...Battery...Headlight Beam...Fuses ...General Lubrication...Cleaning Your Motorcycle ...Bolt and Nut Tightening...STORAGE ...TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE...YOUR WARRANTY...
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SPECIFICATIONS 7 SPECIFICATIONS PERFORMANCE Minimum Turning Radius DIMENSIONS Overall Length Overall Width Overall Height Wheelbase Road Clearance Curb Mass ENGINE Type Displacement Bore × Stroke Compression Ratio Starting System DOHC, 4-valve, 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled 649 cm3 (39.6 cu in.) 83.0 × 60.0 mm (3.27 × 2.36 in.) 10.8 : 1 Electric starter 2 110 mm (83.07 in.) 770 mm (30.31 in.) 1 180 mm (46.46 in.) 1 410 mm (55.51 in.) 130 mm (5.12 in.) 209 kg (461 lb) 2.7 m (106.3 in.)
SPECIFICATIONS 7 SPECIFICATIONS PERFORMANCE Minimum Turning Radius DIMENSIONS Overall Length Overall Width Overall Height Wheelbase Road Clearance Curb Mass ENGINE Type Displacement Bore × Stroke Compression Ratio Starting System DOHC, 4-valve, 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled 649 cm3 (39.6 cu in.) 83.0 × 60.0 mm (3.27 × 2.36 in.) 10.8 : 1 Electric starter 2 110 mm (83.07 in.) 770 mm (30.31 in.) 1 180 mm (46.46 in.) 1 410 mm (55.51 in.) 130 mm (5.12 in.) 209 kg (461 lb) 2.7 m (106.3 in.)
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Clutch Lever Left Handlebar Switches Meter Instruments Brake Fluid Reservoir (Front) 5. 6. 7. 8. 12 LOCATION OF PARTS LOCATION OF PARTS 1. 2. 3. 4. Right Handlebar Switches Front Brake Lever Throttle Grip Ignition Switch/Steering Lock
Clutch Lever Left Handlebar Switches Meter Instruments Brake Fluid Reservoir (Front) 5. 6. 7. 8. 12 LOCATION OF PARTS LOCATION OF PARTS 1. 2. 3. 4. Right Handlebar Switches Front Brake Lever Throttle Grip Ignition Switch/Steering Lock
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14 LOCATION OF PARTS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Fuel Tank Cap Coolant Reserve Tank Rear Brake Light Switch Muffler Rear Brake Pedal Oil Level Inspection Window Idle Adjusting Screw License Plate Light Turn Signal Light Tail/Brake Light Brake Fluid Reservoir (Rear) Rear Shock Absorber Spring Preload Adjuster Fuel Tank 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14.
14 LOCATION OF PARTS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Fuel Tank Cap Coolant Reserve Tank Rear Brake Light Switch Muffler Rear Brake Pedal Oil Level Inspection Window Idle Adjusting Screw License Plate Light Turn Signal Light Tail/Brake Light Brake Fluid Reservoir (Rear) Rear Shock Absorber Spring Preload Adjuster Fuel Tank 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14.
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..., windshields, backrests, and other large items have not adversely affected any lighting components, road clearance, banking capability (i.e., lean angle), control operation, wheel travel, front fork movement, or any other vehicle. Furthermore, any trailer or other aspect of such accessories will increase the mass of rider, passenger, baggage, and accessories must not exceed 200 kg (441 lb). LOADING AND ACCESSORIES INFORMATION 17 6. Weight...
..., windshields, backrests, and other large items have not adversely affected any lighting components, road clearance, banking capability (i.e., lean angle), control operation, wheel travel, front fork movement, or any other vehicle. Furthermore, any trailer or other aspect of such accessories will increase the mass of rider, passenger, baggage, and accessories must not exceed 200 kg (441 lb). LOADING AND ACCESSORIES INFORMATION 17 6. Weight...
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... to 0.0, and then starts counting when the vehicle is disconnected, the meter display resets to zero. Current Mileage This display mode shows the current mileage by the back -up power if the ignition key is turned off. żWhen the trip meter reaches 9999.9 while running, the meters reset to 0.0 and continues counting. żWhen the battery is operated. NOTE...
... to 0.0, and then starts counting when the vehicle is disconnected, the meter display resets to zero. Current Mileage This display mode shows the current mileage by the back -up power if the ignition key is turned off. żWhen the trip meter reaches 9999.9 while running, the meters reset to 0.0 and continues counting. żWhen the battery is operated. NOTE...
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... up power if the ignition switch is turned "OFF". żWhen the battery is disconnected, the data resets to the "Unit Setting" in this value for cruising range is renewed every 20 seconds. "- - -" display B. Use this section. żThe display range for your reference only. The cruising range value displays "- -" when the fuel warning symbol ( ) blinks in the fuel tank. This...
... up power if the ignition switch is turned "OFF". żWhen the battery is disconnected, the data resets to the "Unit Setting" in this value for cruising range is renewed every 20 seconds. "- - -" display B. Use this section. żThe display range for your reference only. The cruising range value displays "- -" when the fuel warning symbol ( ) blinks in the fuel tank. This...
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...continuously. żThe clock works normally by the back -up power while the ignition switch is turned "OFF". żWhen the battery is disconnected, the clock is reset to 1:00 and starts working again when the battery is driving the motorcycle for optimum fuel-efficiency, the economical riding ...riding indicator can help the rider maximize fuel efficiency. observe using peripheral vision. tarily advances the hour or minute step by taking your eyes off the road; A. Economical Riding Indicator WARNING Failing to indicate favorable fuel consumption. Economical Riding Indicator When the ...
...continuously. żThe clock works normally by the back -up power while the ignition switch is turned "OFF". żWhen the battery is disconnected, the clock is reset to 1:00 and starts working again when the battery is driving the motorcycle for optimum fuel-efficiency, the economical riding ...riding indicator can help the rider maximize fuel efficiency. observe using peripheral vision. tarily advances the hour or minute step by taking your eyes off the road; A. Economical Riding Indicator WARNING Failing to indicate favorable fuel consumption. Economical Riding Indicator When the ...
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... be shifted. żThe cruising range value indicate the "- - -" when the low fuel warning is in case of the open or short of the wiring. Red Oil Pressure Warning Indicator Light F. Blue High Beam Indicator Light C. A. Yellow Engine Warning Indicator Light D. Red Battery Charging System Warning Indicator Light E. All of fuel in the fuel tank exactly. Green Neutral Indicator Light B. Red Coolant Temperature Warning Indicator Light N: When the transmission is displayed. GENERAL INFORMATION 29 When vehicle...
... be shifted. żThe cruising range value indicate the "- - -" when the low fuel warning is in case of the open or short of the wiring. Red Oil Pressure Warning Indicator Light F. Blue High Beam Indicator Light C. A. Yellow Engine Warning Indicator Light D. Red Battery Charging System Warning Indicator Light E. All of fuel in the fuel tank exactly. Green Neutral Indicator Light B. Red Coolant Temperature Warning Indicator Light N: When the transmission is displayed. GENERAL INFORMATION 29 When vehicle...
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... key to close the cap, push it counterclockwise to the original position. To close the cap, or the cap cannot be removed by turning it down into the fuel tank cap and turn the key clockwise. Key Hole Cover B. GENERAL INFORMATION 39 Fuel Tank Cap To open the fuel tank cap, pull up the key hole cover. The key can be locked. Ignition Key C. Insert the ignition key into place with the key inserted. NOTE żThe fuel tank cap...
... key to close the cap, push it counterclockwise to the original position. To close the cap, or the cap cannot be removed by turning it down into the fuel tank cap and turn the key clockwise. Key Hole Cover B. GENERAL INFORMATION 39 Fuel Tank Cap To open the fuel tank cap, pull up the key hole cover. The key can be locked. Ignition Key C. Insert the ignition key into place with the key inserted. NOTE żThe fuel tank cap...
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...; 2nd 2nd ĺ 1st km/h (mph) 30 (19) 25 (15) 20 (12) 15 ( 9) 15 ( 9) NOTE żThe transmission is standing still, the transmission cannot be shifted past neutral from 1st gear. 60 HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE Vehicle speed when shifting Shifting up 1st ĺ 2nd 2nd ĺ 3rd 3rd ĺ 4th 4th ĺ 5th 5th ĺ 6th km...
...; 2nd 2nd ĺ 1st km/h (mph) 30 (19) 25 (15) 20 (12) 15 ( 9) 15 ( 9) NOTE żThe transmission is standing still, the transmission cannot be shifted past neutral from 1st gear. 60 HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE Vehicle speed when shifting Shifting up 1st ĺ 2nd 2nd ĺ 3rd 3rd ĺ 4th 4th ĺ 5th 5th ĺ 6th km...
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... psi) Load Install the air valve cap. No brake fluid leakage. Throttle ...Throttle grip play 2 ∼ 3 mm (0.08 ∼ 0.12 in .). Coolant level between level lines (when engine is cold). Nuts, bolts, fasteners .. No binding of control cables. Electrical equipment ...All lights (Headlight, Tail/Brake Lights, Turn Signal Lights, Warning/Indicator Lights) and horn work. Brakes ...Brake pad wear: Lining thickness more than 1 mm (0.04 in .) Lubricate the dive chain if dry. Coolant ...No coolant leakage. Engine stop switch ...Stops engine. Drive chain ...Slack 25 ∼...
... psi) Load Install the air valve cap. No brake fluid leakage. Throttle ...Throttle grip play 2 ∼ 3 mm (0.08 ∼ 0.12 in .). Coolant level between level lines (when engine is cold). Nuts, bolts, fasteners .. No binding of control cables. Electrical equipment ...All lights (Headlight, Tail/Brake Lights, Turn Signal Lights, Warning/Indicator Lights) and horn work. Brakes ...Brake pad wear: Lining thickness more than 1 mm (0.04 in .) Lubricate the dive chain if dry. Coolant ...No coolant leakage. Engine stop switch ...Stops engine. Drive chain ...Slack 25 ∼...
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Fuel: Have sufficient fuel for the high fuel consumption during high speed operation, cannot be overemphasized. Steering: Looseness in good condition. Check to see that the oil level is at the upper level line. Examine their overall condition, inflate them to see that the headlight, tail/brake light, turn signals, horn, etc., all work properly. Coolant: To avoid overheating, check that all nuts and bolts are tight and that the...
Fuel: Have sufficient fuel for the high fuel consumption during high speed operation, cannot be overemphasized. Steering: Looseness in good condition. Check to see that the oil level is at the upper level line. Examine their overall condition, inflate them to see that the headlight, tail/brake light, turn signals, horn, etc., all work properly. Coolant: To avoid overheating, check that all nuts and bolts are tight and that the...
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inspect Suspensions: Front forks/rear shock absorber operation (damping and smooth stroke) inspect See Page Every year • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 130 131 134, 135 88 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Frequency Whichever comes first *Odometer Reading km × 1000 (mile × 1000) 1 6 12 18 24 30 36 (0.6) (3.75) (7.5) (11.25) (15) (18.75) (22.5) Operation (Chassis Items) Brake operation (effectiveness, play, drag) inspect Brake light switch operation -
inspect Suspensions: Front forks/rear shock absorber operation (damping and smooth stroke) inspect See Page Every year • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 130 131 134, 135 88 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Frequency Whichever comes first *Odometer Reading km × 1000 (mile × 1000) 1 6 12 18 24 30 36 (0.6) (3.75) (7.5) (11.25) (15) (18.75) (22.5) Operation (Chassis Items) Brake operation (effectiveness, play, drag) inspect Brake light switch operation -
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... the owner's manual. • drain down. Oil Level Inspection If the oil has just been changed, start the engine and run it for several minutes for all the oil to function properly, maintain the engine oil at idle speed. the motorcycle has just been used too long. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 93 Engine Oil In order for the engine, transmission, and clutch to WARNING Motorcycle operation with insufficient, deteriorated, or contaminated engine oil...
... the owner's manual. • drain down. Oil Level Inspection If the oil has just been changed, start the engine and run it for several minutes for all the oil to function properly, maintain the engine oil at idle speed. the motorcycle has just been used too long. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 93 Engine Oil In order for the engine, transmission, and clutch to WARNING Motorcycle operation with insufficient, deteriorated, or contaminated engine oil...
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... death. WARNING Air in the brake lines diminish braking performance and can cause an accident resulting in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart. The brake light should go on when the front brake is applied, the brake light goes on after the proper pedal travel. Check the operation of the rear brake light switch by an authorized Kawasaki dealer. The brake light should go on . Inspection Turn the ignition key to...
... death. WARNING Air in the brake lines diminish braking performance and can cause an accident resulting in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart. The brake light should go on when the front brake is applied, the brake light goes on after the proper pedal travel. Check the operation of the rear brake light switch by an authorized Kawasaki dealer. The brake light should go on . Inspection Turn the ignition key to...
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Brake Pedal B. Bolt B. Right Frame Side Cover it does not, adjust the rear brake • If light switch. Adjustment To adjust the rear brake light switch, remove bolt and the right frame side cover. • 132 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT A. Brake Pedal Travel 10 mm (0.4 in.) the switch up or down by turn• Move ing the switch body. Pedal Travel A.
Brake Pedal B. Bolt B. Right Frame Side Cover it does not, adjust the rear brake • If light switch. Adjustment To adjust the rear brake light switch, remove bolt and the right frame side cover. • 132 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT A. Brake Pedal Travel 10 mm (0.4 in.) the switch up or down by turn• Move ing the switch body. Pedal Travel A.
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MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 133 NOTICE To avoid damaging the electrical connections inside the switch, be sure that the switch body does not turn during adjustment. C. D. A. B. Rear Brake Light Switch Adjusting Nut Lights sooner Lights later the right frame side cover • Reinstall and bolt.
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 133 NOTICE To avoid damaging the electrical connections inside the switch, be sure that the switch body does not turn during adjustment. C. D. A. B. Rear Brake Light Switch Adjusting Nut Lights sooner Lights later the right frame side cover • Reinstall and bolt.
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Front Axle Clamp Bolt Rear Caliper Mounting Bolts 4. Front Brake Master Cylinder Clamp Bolt 3. Rear Master Cylinder Mounting Bolts 6. Rear Shock Absorber Mounting Bolts 2. Brake Pedal Mounting Bolt 7. Front Axle Shaft 8. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 159 1. Rear Brake Disk Mounting Bolts 5.
Front Axle Clamp Bolt Rear Caliper Mounting Bolts 4. Front Brake Master Cylinder Clamp Bolt 3. Rear Master Cylinder Mounting Bolts 6. Rear Shock Absorber Mounting Bolts 2. Brake Pedal Mounting Bolt 7. Front Axle Shaft 8. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 159 1. Rear Brake Disk Mounting Bolts 5.