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.... Alcohol and drugs impair your judgment and reaction time. żBefore starting: put transmission in neutral and check the throttle control for the terrain, visibility and operating conditions, and your experience. żNever attempt wheelies, jumps, or other vehicles including motorcycles and cars. Always follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the storage case provided. żNever...
.... Alcohol and drugs impair your judgment and reaction time. żBefore starting: put transmission in neutral and check the throttle control for the terrain, visibility and operating conditions, and your experience. żNever attempt wheelies, jumps, or other vehicles including motorcycles and cars. Always follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the storage case provided. żNever...
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...): .. Starter Button: ...Choke Lever ...Shift Lever ...High Gear: ...Low Gear:...Reverse Gear: ...Variable Front Differential Control Lever ...Selectable 2WD/4WD Shift Switch ...Throttle Lever ...Throttle Limiter ...Seat ...Storage Case ...Tool Kit...Trailer Hitch Bracket ...Winch Installation ...BREAK-IN ...HOW TO RIDE ...Daily Safety Checks ...Starting the Engine ...Moving Off ...Shifting Gears...2WD/4WD Shifting ...Variable Limited Slip Front Differential ...Braking ...Stopping the Engine ...Parking the ATV...Stopping the ATV in an Emergency...SAFE OPERATION ...Read the Owner's Manual...52...
...): .. Starter Button: ...Choke Lever ...Shift Lever ...High Gear: ...Low Gear:...Reverse Gear: ...Variable Front Differential Control Lever ...Selectable 2WD/4WD Shift Switch ...Throttle Lever ...Throttle Limiter ...Seat ...Storage Case ...Tool Kit...Trailer Hitch Bracket ...Winch Installation ...BREAK-IN ...HOW TO RIDE ...Daily Safety Checks ...Starting the Engine ...Moving Off ...Shifting Gears...2WD/4WD Shifting ...Variable Limited Slip Front Differential ...Braking ...Stopping the Engine ...Parking the ATV...Stopping the ATV in an Emergency...SAFE OPERATION ...Read the Owner's Manual...52...
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... ...Radiator and Cooling Fan: ...Coolant: ... 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 86 87 88 90 91 92 94 96 97 99 103 104 105 107 108 112 112 116 120 124 129 129 130 Coolant Filter: ...Spark Plug...Valve Clearance ...Air Cleaner ...Spark Arrester ...Throttle Cable ...Carburetor ...Fuel System ...Fuel Tank Vent...Choke Lever ...Variable Differential Control Lever...Belt Drive Transmission (CVT) ...Kawasaki Engine Brake Control System ...Brakes ...Front Brake:...Rear Brake: ...Brake Light Switch...Wheels ...Rims: ...Tires: ...Joint Boots...Suspension...Headlight Beam ...Battery ...Fuse...
... ...Radiator and Cooling Fan: ...Coolant: ... 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 86 87 88 90 91 92 94 96 97 99 103 104 105 107 108 112 112 116 120 124 129 129 130 Coolant Filter: ...Spark Plug...Valve Clearance ...Air Cleaner ...Spark Arrester ...Throttle Cable ...Carburetor ...Fuel System ...Fuel Tank Vent...Choke Lever ...Variable Differential Control Lever...Belt Drive Transmission (CVT) ...Kawasaki Engine Brake Control System ...Brakes ...Front Brake:...Rear Brake: ...Brake Light Switch...Wheels ...Rims: ...Tires: ...Joint Boots...Suspension...Headlight Beam ...Battery ...Fuse...
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12 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS PERFORMANCE Maximum Torque Minimum Turning Radius DIMENSIONS Overall Length Overall Width Overall Height Wheelbase Tread: Front Rear Ground Clearance Rear final gear case Center of frame Curb Mass ENGINE Type Displacement Bore x Stroke Compression Ratio Starting System Carburetor Ignition System Ignition Timing (Electronically advanced) Spark Plug Lubrication System Engine Oil: ....) 9.9 : 1 Electric Starter Keihin CVKR-D32 Digital DC-CDI 5° BTDC @1 100 r/min (rpm) ∼ 28° BTDC @5 000 r/min (rpm) NGK CR7E, DENSO U22ESR-N Forced lubrication (wet sump...
12 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS PERFORMANCE Maximum Torque Minimum Turning Radius DIMENSIONS Overall Length Overall Width Overall Height Wheelbase Tread: Front Rear Ground Clearance Rear final gear case Center of frame Curb Mass ENGINE Type Displacement Bore x Stroke Compression Ratio Starting System Carburetor Ignition System Ignition Timing (Electronically advanced) Spark Plug Lubrication System Engine Oil: ....) 9.9 : 1 Electric Starter Keihin CVKR-D32 Digital DC-CDI 5° BTDC @1 100 r/min (rpm) ∼ 28° BTDC @5 000 r/min (rpm) NGK CR7E, DENSO U22ESR-N Forced lubrication (wet sump...
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... forces. Shift transmission to changes in motion) and adjust as possible (not while the vehicle is sensitive to your determinations. Cargo should be genuine Kawasaki components. • • • Because an all parts and accessories you add to increases in weight, changes in an unsafe riding condition. Make sure the cargo will increase the mass of the steering assembly and can affect handling...
... forces. Shift transmission to changes in motion) and adjust as possible (not while the vehicle is sensitive to your determinations. Cargo should be genuine Kawasaki components. • • • Because an all parts and accessories you add to increases in weight, changes in an unsafe riding condition. Make sure the cargo will increase the mass of the steering assembly and can affect handling...
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Pushing and holding the button advances the hour or minute continuously. żThe clock works normally from the back-up power while the ignition switch is turned off. żWhen the battery is disconnected, the clock resets to AM 1:00, and starts working again when the battery is connected. NOTE j vances the hour or minute step by step. GENERAL INFORMATION 35 żPushing the "SET/RESET" button momentarily ad-
Pushing and holding the button advances the hour or minute continuously. żThe clock works normally from the back-up power while the ignition switch is turned off. żWhen the battery is disconnected, the clock resets to AM 1:00, and starts working again when the battery is connected. NOTE j vances the hour or minute step by step. GENERAL INFORMATION 35 żPushing the "SET/RESET" button momentarily ad-
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GENERAL INFORMATION 37 żThe data is maintained by the back-up power if the ignition switch is turned off. żWhen the trip meter is reset while the vehicle is NOTE j stopped, it starts counting as soon as the vehicle starts moving. żWhen the trip meter reaches 999.9 when the vehicle is running, it turns back to 0.0 and starts counting again. żWhen the battery is disconnected, the meter display resets to 0.0.
GENERAL INFORMATION 37 żThe data is maintained by the back-up power if the ignition switch is turned off. żWhen the trip meter is reset while the vehicle is NOTE j stopped, it starts counting as soon as the vehicle starts moving. żWhen the trip meter reaches 999.9 when the vehicle is running, it turns back to 0.0 and starts counting again. żWhen the battery is disconnected, the meter display resets to 0.0.
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... emit- j Ignition Switch The ignition switch is a 2-position, key-operated switch. The lights, ignition, and electric starter will be removed only when in the "ON" position. NOTE ted from the "ON" to "OFF". They indicate that checking processes are functioning normally. It is in the "OFF" position. When the engine has started, turn the fuel tap from the engine area about 3 seconds after turning the ignition key to...
... emit- j Ignition Switch The ignition switch is a 2-position, key-operated switch. The lights, ignition, and electric starter will be removed only when in the "ON" position. NOTE ted from the "ON" to "OFF". They indicate that checking processes are functioning normally. It is in the "OFF" position. When the engine has started, turn the fuel tap from the engine area about 3 seconds after turning the ignition key to...
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... front differential control lever while turning or before entering a turn. Variable Differential Control Lever Release the lever when you can cause the operator to the hand grip and grasp the handlebar securely. WARNING HAZARD Increasing limited slip differential (LSD) traction while turning or before entering a turn . An unexpected change in direction can equalize driving force to turn . When one front wheel loses traction, it can reduce steering...
... front differential control lever while turning or before entering a turn. Variable Differential Control Lever Release the lever when you can cause the operator to the hand grip and grasp the handlebar securely. WARNING HAZARD Increasing limited slip differential (LSD) traction while turning or before entering a turn . An unexpected change in direction can equalize driving force to turn . When one front wheel loses traction, it can reduce steering...
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... HAZARD Running the engine without ventilation. a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas. Leave the throttle closed . Then crank the engine over with the throttle fully open until the engine NOTE j NOTICE Do not operate the electric starter continuously for more ) , do not use the choke. Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide; the ignition key to "ON". • Turn Apply parking brake. • Put thethe shift lever in the "RUN" •...
... HAZARD Running the engine without ventilation. a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas. Leave the throttle closed . Then crank the engine over with the throttle fully open until the engine NOTE j NOTICE Do not operate the electric starter continuously for more ) , do not use the choke. Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide; the ignition key to "ON". • Turn Apply parking brake. • Put thethe shift lever in the "RUN" •...
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... when released with the handlebars in any position. Whenever you apply the parking brake. j żThe engine can be damaged or cause injury. If you leave the brake light on whenever you leave the vehicle, turn off your vehicle. If it might be started in any shift position if the brake is recommended to shift into neutral before getting off ignition key. NOTE NOTICE The brake light...
... when released with the handlebars in any position. Whenever you apply the parking brake. j żThe engine can be damaged or cause injury. If you leave the brake light on whenever you leave the vehicle, turn off your vehicle. If it might be started in any shift position if the brake is recommended to shift into neutral before getting off ignition key. NOTE NOTICE The brake light...
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... operator to lose control and have an accident. j WARNING HAZARD Changing from "2WD" to "4WD" or from "4WD" to "4WD" range when the vehicle is in motion could cause front drive train damage. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not pull the variable front differential control lever while turning or before entering a turn . NOTICE Shifting from "2WD" to turn . An unexpected change in handling performance which can...
... operator to lose control and have an accident. j WARNING HAZARD Changing from "2WD" to "4WD" or from "4WD" to "4WD" range when the vehicle is in motion could cause front drive train damage. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not pull the variable front differential control lever while turning or before entering a turn . NOTICE Shifting from "2WD" to turn . An unexpected change in handling performance which can...
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... for a couple minutes. Axle Cap Check the engine and gear case oils: a milky appearance indicate that wet brakes may float, causing loss of traction and loss of the axle caps. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Tires may have reduced stopping ability. After the vehicle is operated in water deeper than the bottom edge of control, which could cause drive belt slippage. To expel water, shift to an accident.
... for a couple minutes. Axle Cap Check the engine and gear case oils: a milky appearance indicate that wet brakes may float, causing loss of traction and loss of the axle caps. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Tires may have reduced stopping ability. After the vehicle is operated in water deeper than the bottom edge of control, which could cause drive belt slippage. To expel water, shift to an accident.
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... j Coolant-change* Coolant filter of use (100 hours of carburetor-clean* CHASSIS Joint boots-inspect * Rear brake pedal and lever adjustment-inspect* Rear brake plates-change * Brake hose-replace Brake light switch-inspect* Front brake pad wear-inspect * Front brake fluid level-inspect Front brake fluid-change Front brake hoses and connections -inspect 2 years (D) • • 4 years (D) • • • D Every 10 000 km (6 000 mi) • D • • D D 118 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT FREQUENCY First Service Regular Service...
... j Coolant-change* Coolant filter of use (100 hours of carburetor-clean* CHASSIS Joint boots-inspect * Rear brake pedal and lever adjustment-inspect* Rear brake plates-change * Brake hose-replace Brake light switch-inspect* Front brake pad wear-inspect * Front brake fluid level-inspect Front brake fluid-change Front brake hoses and connections -inspect 2 years (D) • • 4 years (D) • • • D Every 10 000 km (6 000 mi) • D • • D D 118 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT FREQUENCY First Service Regular Service...
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... engine oil) Oil Capacity 430 mL (0.45 US qt) Oil Type API SG, SH, SJ, SL, or SM with new ones. Replace the damaged gaskets with JASO MA, MA1 or MA2 SAE 10W-40 Rear Final Gear Case Oil Oil 900 mL (0.95 US qt) Capacity Oil Type Mobil Fluid 424, CITGO TRANSGARD TRACTOR HYDRAULIC FLUID, Exxon Hydraul 560, or KawaChem Gear and Wet Brake Oil j WARNING HAZARD Getting gear...
... engine oil) Oil Capacity 430 mL (0.45 US qt) Oil Type API SG, SH, SJ, SL, or SM with new ones. Replace the damaged gaskets with JASO MA, MA1 or MA2 SAE 10W-40 Rear Final Gear Case Oil Oil 900 mL (0.95 US qt) Capacity Oil Type Mobil Fluid 424, CITGO TRANSGARD TRACTOR HYDRAULIC FLUID, Exxon Hydraul 560, or KawaChem Gear and Wet Brake Oil j WARNING HAZARD Getting gear...
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... Never run the engine in a closed area such as a garage. j MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 141 an open area away from the muffler. Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide; Hot carbon particles are purged from combustible materials, • In start or run the engine with the spark arrester disassembled near combustible materials. and lower engine speed while tapping on • Raise the muffler with the transmission in...
... Never run the engine in a closed area such as a garage. j MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 141 an open area away from the muffler. Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide; Hot carbon particles are purged from combustible materials, • In start or run the engine with the spark arrester disassembled near combustible materials. and lower engine speed while tapping on • Raise the muffler with the transmission in...
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... cause reduced braking performance or brake failure and result in brake line. Pad wear inspection and pad replacement should also be done by an authorized Kawasaki dealer. It will damage the paint. WARNING HAZARD Air in an accident. If brake fluid is excessive or the brake feels mushy, have an authorized Kawasaki dealer inspect it off immediately with the Periodic Maintenance Chart, inspect the brake fluid level in...
... cause reduced braking performance or brake failure and result in brake line. Pad wear inspection and pad replacement should also be done by an authorized Kawasaki dealer. It will damage the paint. WARNING HAZARD Air in an accident. If brake fluid is excessive or the brake feels mushy, have an authorized Kawasaki dealer inspect it off immediately with the Periodic Maintenance Chart, inspect the brake fluid level in...
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Tires: The front and rear tires are a drop-center, tubeless tire design. Tire Air Pressure (when cold) Front 28 kPa (0.28 kgf/cm², 4 psi) Rear 35 kPa (0.35 kgf/cm², 5 psi) B. All wheels must be installed in one direction only. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 159 Wheels Rims: The rims are directional knobby tubeless tires. D. Lights later. Take care not to damage the tire sealing surfaces of the rims. Be...
Tires: The front and rear tires are a drop-center, tubeless tire design. Tire Air Pressure (when cold) Front 28 kPa (0.28 kgf/cm², 4 psi) Rear 35 kPa (0.35 kgf/cm², 5 psi) B. All wheels must be installed in one direction only. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 159 Wheels Rims: The rims are directional knobby tubeless tires. D. Lights later. Take care not to damage the tire sealing surfaces of the rims. Be...
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... breeze, or operated on brake discs. Muffler rear opening with tape. Under the air cleaner - Start the engine and run it has been splashed with seawater or exposed to keep water off the following places. cover with a plastic bag secured with a rubber band. Preparations for 5 minutes. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 171 Cleaning For the prolonged life of your vehicle, wash it down...
... breeze, or operated on brake discs. Muffler rear opening with tape. Under the air cleaner - Start the engine and run it has been splashed with seawater or exposed to keep water off the following places. cover with a plastic bag secured with a rubber band. Preparations for 5 minutes. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 171 Cleaning For the prolonged life of your vehicle, wash it down...
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... electrical contact with battery terminals. Battery discharged Engine Cranks, But Won't Start No fuel in tank Fuel tap turned off Fuel filter clogged (on pump) Fuel pump malfunction Water in fuel Choke is not used when engine is cold Air filter clogged or inlet blocked Engine flooded Fuel tank vent clogged or hoses kinked Spark plug wire not connected on spark plug Valve clearance incorrect Spark plug dirty Ignition key not turned off first when vehicle tipped over and vehicle-down sensor activated Engine Stops No fuel in tank Fuel tap turned off Water...
... electrical contact with battery terminals. Battery discharged Engine Cranks, But Won't Start No fuel in tank Fuel tap turned off Fuel filter clogged (on pump) Fuel pump malfunction Water in fuel Choke is not used when engine is cold Air filter clogged or inlet blocked Engine flooded Fuel tank vent clogged or hoses kinked Spark plug wire not connected on spark plug Valve clearance incorrect Spark plug dirty Ignition key not turned off first when vehicle tipped over and vehicle-down sensor activated Engine Stops No fuel in tank Fuel tap turned off Water...