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... must determine your child understands the importance of checking all instructions and warnings with the motorcycle. Read and understand the owner's manual provided with your child. Be sure to carry a passenger. He or she always wears a helmet, over-the-ankle footwear... property. Always obey local off-road riding laws and regulations. Review all items thoroughly before riding the motorcycle. Your child's safety depends in part on the good mechanical condition of an experienced adult. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Your child should a problem occur far from help. Always ...
... must determine your child understands the importance of checking all instructions and warnings with the motorcycle. Read and understand the owner's manual provided with your child. Be sure to carry a passenger. He or she always wears a helmet, over-the-ankle footwear... property. Always obey local off-road riding laws and regulations. Review all items thoroughly before riding the motorcycle. Your child's safety depends in part on the good mechanical condition of an experienced adult. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Your child should a problem occur far from help. Always ...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIFICATIONS ...GENERAL INFORMATION ...Location of Parts ...Side Stand...Fuel Tap...Fuel ...Engine Stop Switch ...Starter Button ...Starting the Engine ...Moving Off ...Shifting Gears...Stopping the Motorcycle...Stopping the Engine ...Break-In...Daily Pre-Ride Checks ...MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT...EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION ...Periodic Maintenance Chart ...Engine Oil...Spark Plug...Air Cleaner ...Throttle Cable...Choke Knob...Idle Speed ...Clutch ...10 14 14 17 17 18 21 21 22 24 25 26 26 27...
TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIFICATIONS ...GENERAL INFORMATION ...Location of Parts ...Side Stand...Fuel Tap...Fuel ...Engine Stop Switch ...Starter Button ...Starting the Engine ...Moving Off ...Shifting Gears...Stopping the Motorcycle...Stopping the Engine ...Break-In...Daily Pre-Ride Checks ...MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT...EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION ...Periodic Maintenance Chart ...Engine Oil...Spark Plug...Air Cleaner ...Throttle Cable...Choke Knob...Idle Speed ...Clutch ...10 14 14 17 17 18 21 21 22 24 25 26 26 27...
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10 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS DIMENSIONS Overall length Overall width Overall height Wheelbase Road clearance Curb Mass Fuel tank capacity ENGINE Type Bore × stroke Displacement Compression ratio Carburetor Starting system Ignition system Ignition timing Lubrication system Spark plug Spark plug terminal SOHC, 2-valve, single-cylinder, 4-stroke, Air-cooled 58.0 × 54.4 mm (2.3 × 2.1 in.) 144 cm³ (8.8 cu in.) 9.5 : 1 KEIHIN PB20 Electric Starter CDI 10° BTDC @1 400 r/min (rpm) a 30° BTDC @4 000 r/min (rpm) Forced...
10 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS DIMENSIONS Overall length Overall width Overall height Wheelbase Road clearance Curb Mass Fuel tank capacity ENGINE Type Bore × stroke Displacement Compression ratio Carburetor Starting system Ignition system Ignition timing Lubrication system Spark plug Spark plug terminal SOHC, 2-valve, single-cylinder, 4-stroke, Air-cooled 58.0 × 54.4 mm (2.3 × 2.1 in.) 144 cm³ (8.8 cu in.) 9.5 : 1 KEIHIN PB20 Electric Starter CDI 10° BTDC @1 400 r/min (rpm) a 30° BTDC @4 000 r/min (rpm) Forced...
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... fuel tank cap is important. Operating problems that result from any appliance with a minimum Antiknock Index of 87. Never fill the tank completely to detonation or "knocking". If this includes any source of a higher octane rating. Fuel Requirements: j Fuel Type Use clean, fresh unleaded gasoline with a pilot light. GENERAL INFORMATION 19 WARNING Gasoline is extremely flammable and can lead to severe engine...
... fuel tank cap is important. Operating problems that result from any appliance with a minimum Antiknock Index of 87. Never fill the tank completely to detonation or "knocking". If this includes any source of a higher octane rating. Fuel Requirements: j Fuel Type Use clean, fresh unleaded gasoline with a pilot light. GENERAL INFORMATION 19 WARNING Gasoline is extremely flammable and can lead to severe engine...
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... the clutch lever, lift the shift pedal with a 5-speed "return shift" transmission. A. Careless, incomplete shifting can cause the transmission to jump out of gear and lead to skid and cause an accident. j • • • WARNING Downshifting to a lower gear at high speed causes engine rpm to increase excessively, potentially damaging the engine and it will go, gently release the clutch lever, then release the shift pedal. Shift Pedal When changing gears...
... the clutch lever, lift the shift pedal with a 5-speed "return shift" transmission. A. Careless, incomplete shifting can cause the transmission to jump out of gear and lead to skid and cause an accident. j • • • WARNING Downshifting to a lower gear at high speed causes engine rpm to increase excessively, potentially damaging the engine and it will go, gently release the clutch lever, then release the shift pedal. Shift Pedal When changing gears...
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Stopping the Engine the transmission into the neutral position. • Shift Close the throttle completely. • position. Shift down progressively to the OFF position. Engine Stop Switch Position B. • Turn the fuel tap lever to ensure good engine response at all speeds. 26 GENERAL INFORMATION j Stopping the Motorcycle For maximum deceleration, close the throttle and apply both front and rear brakes. Push the engine stop switch is in...
Stopping the Engine the transmission into the neutral position. • Shift Close the throttle completely. • position. Shift down progressively to the OFF position. Engine Stop Switch Position B. • Turn the fuel tap lever to ensure good engine response at all speeds. 26 GENERAL INFORMATION j Stopping the Motorcycle For maximum deceleration, close the throttle and apply both front and rear brakes. Push the engine stop switch is in...
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...condition. WARNING Failure to air cleaner element if dry Properly installed Muffler ...No damage Properly installed Engine sproket ...Not worn or damaged Operate only in serious damage or an accident. Always perform daily safety checks before you ride. Do not run the engine...Engine Engine Oil ...No leakage Level correct Clutch ...Functions properly Spark Plug ...Correctly torqued Carburetor ...Properly adjusted Idle speed: 1 350 a 1 450 r/min (rpm) Air Cleaner ...Clean Apply oil to perform these checks before operation may result in a well-ventilated area. DANGER Exhaust gas ...
...condition. WARNING Failure to air cleaner element if dry Properly installed Muffler ...No damage Properly installed Engine sproket ...Not worn or damaged Operate only in serious damage or an accident. Always perform daily safety checks before you ride. Do not run the engine...Engine Engine Oil ...No leakage Level correct Clutch ...Functions properly Spark Plug ...Correctly torqued Carburetor ...Properly adjusted Idle speed: 1 350 a 1 450 r/min (rpm) Air Cleaner ...Clean Apply oil to perform these checks before operation may result in a well-ventilated area. DANGER Exhaust gas ...
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... damage Air pressure correct Air valve cap installed Spokes ...No looseness Drive Chain ...Overall condition good Chain slack correct Oil if necessary Front and Rear Brakes ...Function properly Lever and pedal play correct No leakage Throttle ...Functions properly Throttle grip returns smoothly Steering ...Smooth but not loose from lock to lock No binding due to control cables Front Fork ...Functions properly No leakage Rear Shock Absorber ...Functions properly No leakage Fuel Tank ...Mounted...
... damage Air pressure correct Air valve cap installed Spokes ...No looseness Drive Chain ...Overall condition good Chain slack correct Oil if necessary Front and Rear Brakes ...Function properly Lever and pedal play correct No leakage Throttle ...Functions properly Throttle grip returns smoothly Steering ...Smooth but not loose from lock to lock No binding due to control cables Front Fork ...Functions properly No leakage Rear Shock Absorber ...Functions properly No leakage Fuel Tank ...Mounted...
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... emission control system for damage resulting from incorrect or improper adjustment done by the exhaust of low permeation fuel hoses and a fuel tank. Please note that Kawasaki cannot assume any responsibility for this vehicle have been carefully designed and constructed to the intake side of crankcase vapors into the atmosphere by the owner. 30 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT The maintenance and...
... emission control system for damage resulting from incorrect or improper adjustment done by the exhaust of low permeation fuel hoses and a fuel tank. Please note that Kawasaki cannot assume any responsibility for this vehicle have been carefully designed and constructed to the intake side of crankcase vapors into the atmosphere by the owner. 30 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT The maintenance and...
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... States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) at the end of this maintenance. Please read your Kawasaki Limited Emission Control Systems Warranty delivered with this Owner's Manual at your vehicle. Maintenance operations necessary to be performed by complying with applicable regulation. You should also retain copies of maintenance work orders, receipts, etc., as a result. Warranty This vehicle is carried out according to have low emission levels...
... States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) at the end of this maintenance. Please read your Kawasaki Limited Emission Control Systems Warranty delivered with this Owner's Manual at your vehicle. Maintenance operations necessary to be performed by complying with applicable regulation. You should also retain copies of maintenance work orders, receipts, etc., as a result. Warranty This vehicle is carried out according to have low emission levels...
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... the Service Manual or an authorized Kawasaki dealer. ż : Emission-related Item 1. Periodic Inspection (Engine Related Item) FREQUENCY OPERATION Initial 5 hours (1 month) Every 50 hours (6 month) 100 hours (12 month) See Page 40 - 52 53 44 47 - 54 61 76 j ż E ż N G ż I ż N E (K) Spark plug - inspect † (K) Fuel hose connections - inspect † Clutch cable - clean Spark arrester - inspect † Air...
... the Service Manual or an authorized Kawasaki dealer. ż : Emission-related Item 1. Periodic Inspection (Engine Related Item) FREQUENCY OPERATION Initial 5 hours (1 month) Every 50 hours (6 month) 100 hours (12 month) See Page 40 - 52 53 44 47 - 54 61 76 j ż E ż N G ż I ż N E (K) Spark plug - inspect † (K) Fuel hose connections - inspect † Clutch cable - clean Spark arrester - inspect † Air...
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... the engine, transmission and clutch to function properly, maintain the engine oil at idle speed. the oil has just been changed, start the engine • If and run it is perpendicular • Situate to the ground. High Level Line D. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 37 NOTICE Engine Oil In order for several minutes at the proper level, and change the oil according to the periodic maintenance chart in the oil, but the oil...
... the engine, transmission and clutch to function properly, maintain the engine oil at idle speed. the oil has just been changed, start the engine • If and run it is perpendicular • Situate to the ground. High Level Line D. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 37 NOTICE Engine Oil In order for several minutes at the proper level, and change the oil according to the periodic maintenance chart in the oil, but the oil...
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... cap/dipstick. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 39 the oil filter element with a new one. • Replace Apply the oil to the grommet. • Install the grease oil filter element with a new one. the engine up mark to the oil. the oil filter cover facing the up to the upper level line with the grease applied to a new O-ring and tighten its new gasket. Recommended Engine Oil Grade: Kawasaki Performance...
... cap/dipstick. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 39 the oil filter element with a new one. • Replace Apply the oil to the grommet. • Install the grease oil filter element with a new one. the engine up mark to the oil. the oil filter cover facing the up to the upper level line with the grease applied to a new O-ring and tighten its new gasket. Recommended Engine Oil Grade: Kawasaki Performance...
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... dry] Spark Plug The spark plug should be changed to accommodate atmospheric conditions in your riding area. Consistent use of these products meets or exceeds warranty and service requirements and can help to the specified value by bending the outer electrode. A. Gap B. 40 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT the engine. • Start Check the oil level and oil leakage. • Engine Oil Capacity 0.93 L (0.98 US qt) [When filter is...
... dry] Spark Plug The spark plug should be changed to accommodate atmospheric conditions in your riding area. Consistent use of these products meets or exceeds warranty and service requirements and can help to the specified value by bending the outer electrode. A. Gap B. 40 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT the engine. • Start Check the oil level and oil leakage. • Engine Oil Capacity 0.93 L (0.98 US qt) [When filter is...
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... might be defective. Use only heavy-duty brake fluid as follows. Adjuster C. j WARNING Air in the brake lines diminish braking performance and can be changed when contaminated with brake fluid DOT4 A. Brake Lever Position The brake lever position can cause an accident resulting in the brake lines or the brake may be air in injury or death. Front brake fluid : Rear brake fluid : DOT 3 or DOT 4 DOT 4 NOTE żThe...
... might be defective. Use only heavy-duty brake fluid as follows. Adjuster C. j WARNING Air in the brake lines diminish braking performance and can be changed when contaminated with brake fluid DOT4 A. Brake Lever Position The brake lever position can cause an accident resulting in the brake lines or the brake may be air in injury or death. Front brake fluid : Rear brake fluid : DOT 3 or DOT 4 DOT 4 NOTE żThe...
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..., can be replaced with an optional one to change the oil viscosity. In addition, the damping force can weaken the inner tube. Rear Suspension Rear Shock Absorber Inspection the seat down and up by an authorized • If Kawasaki dealer. necessary, repair or replace by 4 or 5 times, and • Pump inspect the smooth stroke. j Rear Shock Absorber Adjustment The spring preload of the shock absorber can be...
..., can be replaced with an optional one to change the oil viscosity. In addition, the damping force can weaken the inner tube. Rear Suspension Rear Shock Absorber Inspection the seat down and up by an authorized • If Kawasaki dealer. necessary, repair or replace by 4 or 5 times, and • Pump inspect the smooth stroke. j Rear Shock Absorber Adjustment The spring preload of the shock absorber can be...
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... extend its useful life. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 87 Cleaning Your Motorcycle General Precautions Frequent and proper care of your motorcycle for motor• Mix cycles or automobiles) and water in air intakes, carburetors, brake components, electrical components, muffler outlets, and fuel tank openings. Washing Your Motorcycle your motorcycle). If needed, use non-abrasive wax and cleaner/polisher. Be sure the engine and exhaust...
... extend its useful life. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 87 Cleaning Your Motorcycle General Precautions Frequent and proper care of your motorcycle for motor• Mix cycles or automobiles) and water in air intakes, carburetors, brake components, electrical components, muffler outlets, and fuel tank openings. Washing Your Motorcycle your motorcycle). If needed, use non-abrasive wax and cleaner/polisher. Be sure the engine and exhaust...
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... fuel in neutral Engine stop switch set to assist you in troubleshooting for each problem listed. dragging • Brake • Clutch slipping Fuel-air mixture incorrect Air cleaner element clogged Air cleaner duct loose Fuel-air mixture incorrect Idle adjusting screw improperly adjusted Air cleaner element clogged • • Compression low • Spark plug loose j Poor or no high-speed performance - Engine does not turn over Transmission not in tank • No hose clogged • Fuel Fuel...
... fuel in neutral Engine stop switch set to assist you in troubleshooting for each problem listed. dragging • Brake • Clutch slipping Fuel-air mixture incorrect Air cleaner element clogged Air cleaner duct loose Fuel-air mixture incorrect Idle adjusting screw improperly adjusted Air cleaner element clogged • • Compression low • Spark plug loose j Poor or no high-speed performance - Engine does not turn over Transmission not in tank • No hose clogged • Fuel Fuel...
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... be stored for any length of time, it should be prepared for storage as Kawasaki K-Kare Fogging oil (part number K61030-002), directly into the cylinder. Make sure the area is well-ventilated and free from entering. • • j WARNING Motor oil is a toxic substance. Always stop it and drain the engine oil. Dispose of gasoline properly. Lift the motorcycle on a box...
... be stored for any length of time, it should be prepared for storage as Kawasaki K-Kare Fogging oil (part number K61030-002), directly into the cylinder. Make sure the area is well-ventilated and free from entering. • • j WARNING Motor oil is a toxic substance. Always stop it and drain the engine oil. Dispose of gasoline properly. Lift the motorcycle on a box...
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... the Kawasaki Limited Warranty Certificate your authorized Kawasaki dealer and to the maintenance schedule shown in material or workmanship during the warranty period. YOUR WARRANTY/OWNER SATISFACTION 99 YOUR WARRANTY/OWNER SATISFACTION Welcome to you at the time of sale. What is a Limited Warranty? What Am I Responsible For? Frequently Asked Questions What is the Good Times Protection Plan? Your satisfaction is a problem, and you, as tires, brake pads, transmission drive belts, chains...
... the Kawasaki Limited Warranty Certificate your authorized Kawasaki dealer and to the maintenance schedule shown in material or workmanship during the warranty period. YOUR WARRANTY/OWNER SATISFACTION 99 YOUR WARRANTY/OWNER SATISFACTION Welcome to you at the time of sale. What is a Limited Warranty? What Am I Responsible For? Frequently Asked Questions What is the Good Times Protection Plan? Your satisfaction is a problem, and you, as tires, brake pads, transmission drive belts, chains...