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... ...Warning/Indicator Lights ...Service Code ...Keys ...Ignition Switch/Steering Lock ...Audio System ...Important Notice ...Operating Precautions ...Getting Started ...Radio Power On/Off...10 14 15 18 21 21 22 23 24 30 32 35 36 38 40 40 40 44 45 Radio (FM/AM/WX BAND)...PTT (Push to Talk) ...Left Handlebar Switches ...Dimmer Switch ...Turn Signal Switch...Horn Button ...Audio Control Switches ...Right Handlebar Switches...Hazard Switch ...Engine Stop Switch ...Starter Button ...Meter Unit Switch ...Electronic Cruise Control ON...
... ...Warning/Indicator Lights ...Service Code ...Keys ...Ignition Switch/Steering Lock ...Audio System ...Important Notice ...Operating Precautions ...Getting Started ...Radio Power On/Off...10 14 15 18 21 21 22 23 24 30 32 35 36 38 40 40 40 44 45 Radio (FM/AM/WX BAND)...PTT (Push to Talk) ...Left Handlebar Switches ...Dimmer Switch ...Turn Signal Switch...Horn Button ...Audio Control Switches ...Right Handlebar Switches...Hazard Switch ...Engine Stop Switch ...Starter Button ...Meter Unit Switch ...Electronic Cruise Control ON...
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... Engine ...Jump Starting ...Moving Off...Shifting Gears ...Braking ...Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology (K-ACT) - and RES/+) ...To Set the Electronic Cruise Control...To Increase the set speed ...To Decrease the set speed ...To Cancel the Electronic Cruise Control...Brake Lever and Clutch Lever Adjusters...Fuel Tank Cap ...Fuel Tank ...Stand...Seat...Tool Kit ...Helmet-Hooks ...Special Warning on the Use of Fairing Pockets and Saddlebags .. Electronic Cruise Control Set Indicator Light...Electronic Cruise Control Switch...
... Engine ...Jump Starting ...Moving Off...Shifting Gears ...Braking ...Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology (K-ACT) - and RES/+) ...To Set the Electronic Cruise Control...To Increase the set speed ...To Decrease the set speed ...To Cancel the Electronic Cruise Control...Brake Lever and Clutch Lever Adjusters...Fuel Tank Cap ...Fuel Tank ...Stand...Seat...Tool Kit ...Helmet-Hooks ...Special Warning on the Use of Fairing Pockets and Saddlebags .. Electronic Cruise Control Set Indicator Light...Electronic Cruise Control Switch...
Owners Manual
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... Periodic Maintenance Chart...Engine Oil ...Cooling System ...Drive Belt...Spark Plugs...Evaporative Emission Control System (California model only) ...Valve Clearance ...Kawasaki Clean Air System ...Air Cleaner ...Throttle Control System ...Idle Speed ...Clutch ...Brakes ... 126 128 132 145 152 158 159 160 161 161 162 164 166 169 170 Brake Light Switches...Rear Shock Absorbers ...Wheels ...Battery...Headlight Beam...Fuses ...General Lubrication...Cleaning Your Motorcycle ...Bolt and Nut Tightening...STORAGE ...TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE...YOUR WARRANTY/OWNER SATISFACTION ...REPORTING SAFETY...
... Periodic Maintenance Chart...Engine Oil ...Cooling System ...Drive Belt...Spark Plugs...Evaporative Emission Control System (California model only) ...Valve Clearance ...Kawasaki Clean Air System ...Air Cleaner ...Throttle Control System ...Idle Speed ...Clutch ...Brakes ... 126 128 132 145 152 158 159 160 161 161 162 164 166 169 170 Brake Light Switches...Rear Shock Absorbers ...Wheels ...Battery...Headlight Beam...Fuses ...General Lubrication...Cleaning Your Motorcycle ...Bolt and Nut Tightening...STORAGE ...TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE...YOUR WARRANTY/OWNER SATISFACTION ...REPORTING SAFETY...
Owners Manual
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LOCATION OF PARTS 17 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Deflector 7. Brake Fluid Reservoir (Rear) 8. Muffler Rear Brake Pedal 9. Spark Plugs 11. Rear Brake Light Switch 10. Saddlebag Rear Shock Absorber Tool Kit Seat Fuel Tank 6.
LOCATION OF PARTS 17 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Deflector 7. Brake Fluid Reservoir (Rear) 8. Muffler Rear Brake Pedal 9. Spark Plugs 11. Rear Brake Light Switch 10. Saddlebag Rear Shock Absorber Tool Kit Seat Fuel Tank 6.
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... of rider, passenger, baggage, and accessories must not exceed 180 kg (397 lb). Maximum Load Weight of the steering assembly and can only warn that Kawasaki cannot assume responsibility for motorcycles and cannot predict the effects of their weight, but also due to the aerodynamic forces acting on handling or stability, but can result in an unsafe riding condition. 8. Fairings...
... of rider, passenger, baggage, and accessories must not exceed 180 kg (397 lb). Maximum Load Weight of the steering assembly and can only warn that Kawasaki cannot assume responsibility for motorcycles and cannot predict the effects of their weight, but also due to the aerodynamic forces acting on handling or stability, but can result in an unsafe riding condition. 8. Fairings...
Owners Manual
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... ABS, see the Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology (K-ACT) Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) section in the meter goes on when the ignition switch is turned on and goes off . GENERAL INFORMATION 33 : When the turn signal switch is pushed to the left or right, the turn signal indicator light blinks. : When the headlight is on high beam, the high beam indicator light goes on. (For models equipped...
... ABS, see the Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology (K-ACT) Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) section in the meter goes on when the ignition switch is turned on and goes off . GENERAL INFORMATION 33 : When the turn signal switch is pushed to the left or right, the turn signal indicator light blinks. : When the headlight is on high beam, the high beam indicator light goes on. (For models equipped...
Owners Manual
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... the chance of the key chain damaging the finish of your motorcycle. Ignition Key C. LOCK Position D. ACC Position F. OFF Position E. LOCK position and OFF position • The can be shifted to, by push down and turn on the ignition key. The key can be removed from the ignition switch before riding if you want to the left for • Turn locking the steering lock. Ignition Switch B. A. 38 GENERAL INFORMATION...
... the chance of the key chain damaging the finish of your motorcycle. Ignition Key C. LOCK Position D. ACC Position F. OFF Position E. LOCK position and OFF position • The can be shifted to, by push down and turn on the ignition key. The key can be removed from the ignition switch before riding if you want to the left for • Turn locking the steering lock. Ignition Switch B. A. 38 GENERAL INFORMATION...
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Insert the projections at the rear of the seat into the bracket of the • Pull seat to make sure they are securely locked. Tab Bracket Projections Locks • • up the front and rear end of the fuel tank. B. GENERAL INFORMATION 85 A. A. C. Seat B. D. Backward Seat Installation Insert the tab into the locks on the frame.
Insert the projections at the rear of the seat into the bracket of the • Pull seat to make sure they are securely locked. Tab Bracket Projections Locks • • up the front and rear end of the fuel tank. B. GENERAL INFORMATION 85 A. A. C. Seat B. D. Backward Seat Installation Insert the tab into the locks on the frame.
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.... The transmission will shift only into the next higher or lower gear. Shift into neutral. To use the positive neutral finder, shift down to a lower gear, do not shift at the vehicle speeds shown in the table in this section. the throttle halfway, while re• Open leasing the clutch lever. ○The transmission is standing still, the transmission cannot be shifted past neutral from 1st gear. HOW...
.... The transmission will shift only into the next higher or lower gear. Shift into neutral. To use the positive neutral finder, shift down to a lower gear, do not shift at the vehicle speeds shown in the table in this section. the throttle halfway, while re• Open leasing the clutch lever. ○The transmission is standing still, the transmission cannot be shifted past neutral from 1st gear. HOW...
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... riding condition. (ex. If the K-ACT ABS fails, the front and rear brakes work normally as a conventional brake system. K -ACT ABS indicator lights goes off shortly after the motorcycle starts moving . • The light goes on. ○K-ACT NOTE • ABS indicator light may go on when the ignition switch is turned on . The front or rear wheel races.) In this operation, but if K-ACT ABS indicator light remains...
... riding condition. (ex. If the K-ACT ABS fails, the front and rear brakes work normally as a conventional brake system. K -ACT ABS indicator lights goes off shortly after the motorcycle starts moving . • The light goes on. ○K-ACT NOTE • ABS indicator light may go on when the ignition switch is turned on . The front or rear wheel races.) In this operation, but if K-ACT ABS indicator light remains...
Owners Manual
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... clutch fluid leakage. Install the air valve cap. All lights (Headlight, Tail/Brake Light, Turn Signal Lights, License Plate Light, Warning/Indicator Lights) and horn work. No coolant leakage. Action smooth but not loose from lock to 97.5 kg (215 lb) 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi) Load 97.5 ∼ 180 kg (215 ∼ 280 kPa (2.80 kgf/cm², 40 psi) 397 lb) Load Rear Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners Steering ...Brakes ...Throttle ...Clutch ...Coolant ...Electrical Equipment...
... clutch fluid leakage. Install the air valve cap. All lights (Headlight, Tail/Brake Light, Turn Signal Lights, License Plate Light, Warning/Indicator Lights) and horn work. No coolant leakage. Action smooth but not loose from lock to 97.5 kg (215 lb) 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi) Load 97.5 ∼ 180 kg (215 ∼ 280 kPa (2.80 kgf/cm², 40 psi) 397 lb) Load Rear Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners Steering ...Brakes ...Throttle ...Clutch ...Coolant ...Electrical Equipment...
Owners Manual
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inspect Clutch fluid leak inspect Clutch hose damage - inspect 6 months year year *Odometer Reading km × 1000 (mile × 1000) See Page Every 1 6 12 18 24 30 36 (0.6) (3.75) (7.5) (11.25) (15) (18.75) (22.5) Clutch and drive train: 169 169 - - inspect Clutch fluid level - Periodic Inspection (Chassis Related Items) Frequency Whichever comes first Operation (Chassis Items) Clutch operation (play, engagement, disengagement) - 136 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 2.
inspect Clutch fluid leak inspect Clutch hose damage - inspect 6 months year year *Odometer Reading km × 1000 (mile × 1000) See Page Every 1 6 12 18 24 30 36 (0.6) (3.75) (7.5) (11.25) (15) (18.75) (22.5) Clutch and drive train: 169 169 - - inspect Clutch fluid level - Periodic Inspection (Chassis Related Items) Frequency Whichever comes first Operation (Chassis Items) Clutch operation (play, engagement, disengagement) - 136 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 2.
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MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 139 Frequency Whichever comes first Operation (Chassis Items) Brake hose installation condition inspect *Odometer Reading km × 1000 (mile × 1000) See Page Every 1 6 12 18 24 30 36 (0.6) (3.75) (7.5) (11.25) (15) (18.75) (22.5) year 171 6 Brake fluid level months inspect Brake operation (effectiveness, play, drag) inspect Brake light switch operation inspect year 171 174 175
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 139 Frequency Whichever comes first Operation (Chassis Items) Brake hose installation condition inspect *Odometer Reading km × 1000 (mile × 1000) See Page Every 1 6 12 18 24 30 36 (0.6) (3.75) (7.5) (11.25) (15) (18.75) (22.5) year 171 6 Brake fluid level months inspect Brake operation (effectiveness, play, drag) inspect Brake light switch operation inspect year 171 174 175
Owners Manual
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... the atmospheric temperature, the idle time WARNING Motorcycle operation with the Periodic Maintenance Chart. Engine Oil Because of the engine oil level, follow the Oil Level Inspection procedures closely. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 145 In order for the engine, transmission, and clutch to function properly, maintain the engine oil at the proper level, and change the oil according to the periodic maintenance chart in the Owner's Manual. • To ensure a proper...
... the atmospheric temperature, the idle time WARNING Motorcycle operation with the Periodic Maintenance Chart. Engine Oil Because of the engine oil level, follow the Oil Level Inspection procedures closely. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 145 In order for the engine, transmission, and clutch to function properly, maintain the engine oil at the proper level, and change the oil according to the periodic maintenance chart in the Owner's Manual. • To ensure a proper...
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148 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Oil and/or Oil Filter Change Warm up the engine thoroughly, and then stop it. Place an oil pan beneath the engine. Oil Pan Drain Bolt (Front) B. Oil Pan Drain Bolt (Rear) Remove the engine oil drain bolts. • • • A. Warning Indicator Light A. Oil Pressure Warning Symbol B.
148 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Oil and/or Oil Filter Change Warm up the engine thoroughly, and then stop it. Place an oil pan beneath the engine. Oil Pan Drain Bolt (Front) B. Oil Pan Drain Bolt (Rear) Remove the engine oil drain bolts. • • • A. Warning Indicator Light A. Oil Pressure Warning Symbol B.
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... rear brake is applied. Inspection Turn the ignition key to inspect the front brake light switch. If it does not, ask an authorized Kawasaki dealer to "ON". Brake Pedal Travel 10 mm (0.39 in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart. The brake light should be adjusted in .) The front brake light switch requires no adjustment, but the rear brake light switch should go on when the front brake is applied, the brake light...
... rear brake is applied. Inspection Turn the ignition key to inspect the front brake light switch. If it does not, ask an authorized Kawasaki dealer to "ON". Brake Pedal Travel 10 mm (0.39 in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart. The brake light should be adjusted in .) The front brake light switch requires no adjustment, but the rear brake light switch should go on when the front brake is applied, the brake light...
Owners Manual
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B. Rear Brake Light Switch Adjusting Nut Lights Sooner Lights Later C. 176 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Adjustment To adjust the rear brake light switch, move the switch up or down by turning the adjusting nut. • NOTICE To avoid damaging the electrical connections inside the switch, be sure that the switch body does not turn during adjustment. A. D.
B. Rear Brake Light Switch Adjusting Nut Lights Sooner Lights Later C. 176 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Adjustment To adjust the rear brake light switch, move the switch up or down by turning the adjusting nut. • NOTICE To avoid damaging the electrical connections inside the switch, be sure that the switch body does not turn during adjustment. A. D.
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... in and around the vehicle, inspect the engine, electrical component and exhaust areas frequently. all other plastic parts as ammonia-based window cleaners. If debris or flammable materials have collected, park the vehicle outside and stop the engine. Gasoline, brake fluid, clutch fluid, and coolant will damage the finish of debris or flammable materials. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 201 WARNING Build-up of painted and plastic surfaces...
... in and around the vehicle, inspect the engine, electrical component and exhaust areas frequently. all other plastic parts as ammonia-based window cleaners. If debris or flammable materials have collected, park the vehicle outside and stop the engine. Gasoline, brake fluid, clutch fluid, and coolant will damage the finish of debris or flammable materials. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 201 WARNING Build-up of painted and plastic surfaces...
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Muffler Mounting Bolts 3. Pivot Shaft Nut 6. Front Axle 9. Downtube Bolts 4. Rear Axle Nut 5. Rear Shock Absorber Mounting Nuts 2. Brake Pedal Mounting Bolt 7. Front Guard Mounting Bolts 8. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 209 1. Front Axle Clamp Bolts
Muffler Mounting Bolts 3. Pivot Shaft Nut 6. Front Axle 9. Downtube Bolts 4. Rear Axle Nut 5. Rear Shock Absorber Mounting Nuts 2. Brake Pedal Mounting Bolt 7. Front Guard Mounting Bolts 8. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 209 1. Front Axle Clamp Bolts
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... water and consult a physician as soon as possible. • Reduce tire pressure by running the engine at idle speed until the engine stalls • Empty (If left in your eyes, wash them immediately with a pilot light. Push • Remove the starter button for a long time, the fuel will break down and clog the fuel system.). Gasoline is well-ventilated and free from the spark plug...
... water and consult a physician as soon as possible. • Reduce tire pressure by running the engine at idle speed until the engine stalls • Empty (If left in your eyes, wash them immediately with a pilot light. Push • Remove the starter button for a long time, the fuel will break down and clog the fuel system.). Gasoline is well-ventilated and free from the spark plug...