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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...Radio (FM/AM/WX BAND)...9 13 14 17 20 20 21 22 23 29 31 34 35 36 39 39 39 43 44 44 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...Radio (FM/AM/WX BAND)...9 13 14 17 20 20 21 22 23 29 31 34 35 36 39 39 39 43 44 44 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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... Electronic Cruise Control Switch (SET/- Starting the 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...Fog Light Switch...Fuel Tank Cap ...Fuel Tank ...Stand...Seat...Tool Kit ...Leg Louvers ...Special Warning on the Use of Fairing Pockets, Saddlebags, and Travel Trunk...Fairing...
... Electronic Cruise Control Switch (SET/- Starting the 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...Fog Light Switch...Fuel Tank Cap ...Fuel Tank ...Stand...Seat...Tool Kit ...Leg Louvers ...Special Warning on the Use of Fairing Pockets, Saddlebags, and Travel Trunk...Fairing...
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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 ... 127 130 132 136 149 156 162 163 164 165 165 166 168 170 173 174 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 ... 127 130 132 136 149 156 162 163 164 165 165 166 168 170 173 174 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...
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... warranty. Maximum Load Weight of the steering assembly and can result in operation. Furthermore, any trailer or other aspect of the motorcycle's operation. 7. Do not install accessories or carry baggage that you have the capability of adversely affecting stability and handling of the motorcycle, not only because of such accessories will increase the mass of rider, passenger, baggage, and accessories...
... warranty. Maximum Load Weight of the steering assembly and can result in operation. Furthermore, any trailer or other aspect of the motorcycle's operation. 7. Do not install accessories or carry baggage that you have the capability of adversely affecting stability and handling of the motorcycle, not only because of such accessories will increase the mass of rider, passenger, baggage, and accessories...
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... the Motorcycle chapter. The ignition switch is turned off . 32 GENERAL INFORMATION : When the transmission is in neutral position, the neutral indicator light goes on. : When the turn signal switch push is pushed to the right, the right turn signal indicator light starts flashing. : When the headlight is on high beam, the high beam indicator light goes on. (For models equipped with the K-ACT ABS, the indicator goes...
... the Motorcycle chapter. The ignition switch is turned off . 32 GENERAL INFORMATION : When the transmission is in neutral position, the neutral indicator light goes on. : When the turn signal switch push is pushed to the right, the right turn signal indicator light starts flashing. : When the headlight is on high beam, the high beam indicator light goes on. (For models equipped with the K-ACT ABS, the indicator goes...
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... on . To avoid battery discharge, always start the engine immediately after starting the engine. Engine on whenever the ignition switch is released after turning the ignition key to ON. LOCK Position D. All electrical circuits off . The headlight goes on the ignition key. OFF Position E. GENERAL INFORMATION 37 LOCK OFF Steering locked. Engine off . Engine off. Audio system, accessory socket, accessory connector, fog light, hazard light equipment can be shifted to the left for • Turn locking the steering lock. Ignition Switch B. LOCK position and OFF position...
... on . To avoid battery discharge, always start the engine immediately after starting the engine. Engine on whenever the ignition switch is released after turning the ignition key to ON. LOCK Position D. All electrical circuits off . The headlight goes on the ignition key. OFF Position E. GENERAL INFORMATION 37 LOCK OFF Steering locked. Engine off . Engine off. Audio system, accessory socket, accessory connector, fog light, hazard light equipment can be shifted to the left for • Turn locking the steering lock. Ignition Switch B. LOCK position and OFF position...
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Hold Portions Rider's Seat Removal Remove the passenger's seat. Passenger's Seat B. Pull up the rear of the rider's seat to clear the hold portions, and then pull the seat to the rear. • • Rider's Seat Installation To install the rider's seat, insert the tab at the holder and engage the two grommet holes onto the two projections. • Rider's Seat B. 84 GENERAL INFORMATION A. Front A.
Hold Portions Rider's Seat Removal Remove the passenger's seat. Passenger's Seat B. Pull up the rear of the rider's seat to clear the hold portions, and then pull the seat to the rear. • • Rider's Seat Installation To install the rider's seat, insert the tab at the holder and engage the two grommet holes onto the two projections. • Rider's Seat B. 84 GENERAL INFORMATION A. Front A.
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C. Insert the left and right projections at the front of the passenger's seat into the left and right holes on the rear fender. B. C. B. D. D. Tab Holder Holes Projections Passenger's Seat Installation Insert the tab on the rear of the passenger's seat into the slot on the frame. • • A. A. GENERAL INFORMATION 85 down the front part of • Pull the passenger's and rider's seats to make sure they are securely locked. Tab Holder Projections Holes up the front and rear ends of the pas• Push senger's seat until the lock clicks.
C. Insert the left and right projections at the front of the passenger's seat into the left and right holes on the rear fender. B. C. B. D. D. Tab Holder Holes Projections Passenger's Seat Installation Insert the tab on the rear of the passenger's seat into the slot on the frame. • • A. A. GENERAL INFORMATION 85 down the front part of • Pull the passenger's and rider's seats to make sure they are securely locked. Tab Holder Projections Holes up the front and rear ends of the pas• Push senger's seat until the lock clicks.
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Accessory Connectors for Rear Speaker (Under Rider's Seat) B. Audio Ground Navi. Audio Right Navi. Audio Left A. Accessory Connectors for Intercom (Under Rider's Seat) Polarity Wire Color Pink Gray Violet Yellow/Black White Navi. Power Accessory Connectors for Navigation System (Under Audio Player) Purpose Navi. GENERAL INFORMATION 99 Observe and follow the notes listed below. Ground Navi.
Accessory Connectors for Rear Speaker (Under Rider's Seat) B. Audio Ground Navi. Audio Right Navi. Audio Left A. Accessory Connectors for Intercom (Under Rider's Seat) Polarity Wire Color Pink Gray Violet Yellow/Black White Navi. Power Accessory Connectors for Navigation System (Under Audio Player) Purpose Navi. GENERAL INFORMATION 99 Observe and follow the notes listed below. Ground Navi.
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.... When the motorcycle is equipped with a WARNING Downshifting at such a high speed that engine rpm jumps excessively. the throttle half way, while re• Open leasing the clutch lever. For smooth riding, shift up on the shift pedal while standing still. The transmission will shift only into the next higher or lower gear. Downshift at the vehicle speeds shown in the table in the...
.... When the motorcycle is equipped with a WARNING Downshifting at such a high speed that engine rpm jumps excessively. the throttle half way, while re• Open leasing the clutch lever. For smooth riding, shift up on the shift pedal while standing still. The transmission will shift only into the next higher or lower gear. Downshift at the vehicle speeds shown in the table in the...
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... • ABS indicator light may not function. Keep the battery in good condition in the K-ACT ABS. The light does not go on . 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 motor• The cycle starts moving . K-ACT ABS Indicator Light Normally the K-ACT ABS indicator light goes on when the ignition switch is...
... • ABS indicator light may not function. Keep the battery in good condition in the K-ACT ABS. The light does not go on . 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 motor• The cycle starts moving . K-ACT ABS Indicator Light Normally the K-ACT ABS indicator light goes on when the ignition switch is...
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... that steering and suspension components, axles, and all controls are properly tightened or fastened. Side stand ...Returns to lock. Return spring not weak or not damaged. Throttle ...Throttle grip play 2 ∼ 3 mm (0.08 ∼ 0.12 in .) left. No binding of control cables. Engine stop switch ...Stops engine. Nuts, bolts, fasteners .. Coolant ...No coolant leakage. Brakes ...Brake pad wear: Lining thickness more than 1 mm (0.04 in .). Electrical equipment ...All lights and horn work. Steering...
... that steering and suspension components, axles, and all controls are properly tightened or fastened. Side stand ...Returns to lock. Return spring not weak or not damaged. Throttle ...Throttle grip play 2 ∼ 3 mm (0.08 ∼ 0.12 in .) left. No binding of control cables. Engine stop switch ...Stops engine. Nuts, bolts, fasteners .. Coolant ...No coolant leakage. Brakes ...Brake pad wear: Lining thickness more than 1 mm (0.04 in .). Electrical equipment ...All lights and horn work. Steering...
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inspect Clutch fluid level - inspect Clutch fluid leak inspect Clutch hose damage - 140 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 2. inspect 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: • 6 months year year 173 • • • 173 - - Periodic Inspection (Chassis Related Items) Frequency Whichever comes first *Odometer Reading km × 1000 (mile × 1000) See Page Operation (Chassis Items) Clutch operation (play, engagement, disengagement) -
inspect Clutch fluid level - inspect Clutch fluid leak inspect Clutch hose damage - 140 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 2. inspect 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: • 6 months year year 173 • • • 173 - - Periodic Inspection (Chassis Related Items) Frequency Whichever comes first *Odometer Reading km × 1000 (mile × 1000) See Page Operation (Chassis Items) Clutch operation (play, engagement, disengagement) -
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MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 143 Frequency Whichever comes first *Odometer Reading km × 1000 (mile × 1000) See Page Operation (Chassis Items) Brake hose installation condition inspect Every 1 6 12 18 24 30 36 (0.6) (3.75) (7.5) (11.25) (15) (18.75) (22.5) year 175 Brake fluid level 6 months inspect Brake operation (effectiveness, play, drag) inspect Brake light switch operation inspect year 175 178 179
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 143 Frequency Whichever comes first *Odometer Reading km × 1000 (mile × 1000) See Page Operation (Chassis Items) Brake hose installation condition inspect Every 1 6 12 18 24 30 36 (0.6) (3.75) (7.5) (11.25) (15) (18.75) (22.5) year 175 Brake fluid level 6 months inspect Brake operation (effectiveness, play, drag) inspect Brake light switch operation inspect year 175 178 179
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... engine or transmission seizure, accident, and injury. NOTICE Racing the engine before each ride and change the oil according to function properly, maintain the engine oil at the proper level, and change the oil and replace the oil filter in accordance with insufficient, deteriorated, or contaminated engine oil will fluctuate depending on the atmospheric temperature, the idle time WARNING Motorcycle operation with the Periodic Maintenance Chart. Check the oil...
... engine or transmission seizure, accident, and injury. NOTICE Racing the engine before each ride and change the oil according to function properly, maintain the engine oil at the proper level, and change the oil and replace the oil filter in accordance with insufficient, deteriorated, or contaminated engine oil will fluctuate depending on the atmospheric temperature, the idle time WARNING Motorcycle operation with the Periodic Maintenance Chart. Check the oil...
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... MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT a thin film of oil to the packing • Apply and tighten the oil filter to the specified torque. NOTE żReplace any gaskets with a good quality engine oil • • specified in the table. the engine up to the upper level • Fill line with new ones. Check the oil level and for oil leakage. Packing the engine oil drain bolts...
... MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT a thin film of oil to the packing • Apply and tighten the oil filter to the specified torque. NOTE żReplace any gaskets with a good quality engine oil • • specified in the table. the engine up to the upper level • Fill line with new ones. Check the oil level and for oil leakage. Packing the engine oil drain bolts...
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...; A. the operation of the rear brake • Check light switch by depressing the brake pedal. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 179 Brake Light Switches When either the front or rear brake is applied. The brake light should go on . Brake Pedal B. 10 mm (0.4 in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart. Inspection Turn the ignition key to inspect the front brake light switch. The front brake light switch requires no adjustment, but the rear brake light switch should be adjusted in .)
...; A. the operation of the rear brake • Check light switch by depressing the brake pedal. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 179 Brake Light Switches When either the front or rear brake is applied. The brake light should go on . Brake Pedal B. 10 mm (0.4 in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart. Inspection Turn the ignition key to inspect the front brake light switch. The front brake light switch requires no adjustment, but the rear brake light switch should be adjusted in .)
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D. Lights Later. NOTICE To avoid damaging the electrical connections inside the switch, be sure that the switch body does not turn during adjustment. 180 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT the light does not go on, adjust the • If rear brake light switch. Rear Brake Light Switch Adjusting Nut Lights Sooner. Brake Pedal Travel 10 mm (0.4 in.) Adjustment To adjust the rear brake light switch, move the switch up or down by turning the adjusting nut. • A. C. B.
D. Lights Later. NOTICE To avoid damaging the electrical connections inside the switch, be sure that the switch body does not turn during adjustment. 180 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT the light does not go on, adjust the • If rear brake light switch. Rear Brake Light Switch Adjusting Nut Lights Sooner. Brake Pedal Travel 10 mm (0.4 in.) Adjustment To adjust the rear brake light switch, move the switch up or down by turning the adjusting nut. • A. C. B.
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... park or store the vehicle in and around the vehicle chassis, engine, and exhaust can cause mechanical problems and increase the risk of fire. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 203 Cleaning Your Motorcycle General Precautions Frequent and proper care of your motorcycle with a high quality, breathable motorcycle cover will enhance its appearance, optimize overall performance, and extend its surfaces. When operating the vehicle in conditions...
... park or store the vehicle in and around the vehicle chassis, engine, and exhaust can cause mechanical problems and increase the risk of fire. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 203 Cleaning Your Motorcycle General Precautions Frequent and proper care of your motorcycle with a high quality, breathable motorcycle cover will enhance its appearance, optimize overall performance, and extend its surfaces. When operating the vehicle in conditions...
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Rear Fender Mounting Bolts 21. Muffler Mounting Bolts 23. Downtube Bolts 24. Front Guard Mounting Bolts MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 211 20. Pivot Shaft Nut 27. Brake Pedal Mounting Bolt 28. Rear Axle Nut 25. Rear Guard Mounting Bolts 26. Rear Shock Absorber Mounting Nuts 22.
Rear Fender Mounting Bolts 21. Muffler Mounting Bolts 23. Downtube Bolts 24. Front Guard Mounting Bolts MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 211 20. Pivot Shaft Nut 27. Brake Pedal Mounting Bolt 28. Rear Axle Nut 25. Rear Guard Mounting Bolts 26. Rear Shock Absorber Mounting Nuts 22.