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... PARTS ...LOADING AND ACCESSORIES INFORMATION ...GENERAL INFORMATION ...Meter Instruments ...Digital Meter ...Warning/Indicator Lights ...Key ...Ignition Switch/Steering Lock ...Left Handlebar Switches ...Dimmer Switch ...Turn Signal Switch...Horn Button ...Right Handlebar Switches...Engine Stop Switch ...Starter Button ...Brake Lever Adjuster...Fuel Tank Cap ...7 11 12 15 18 18 19 25 27 29 31 31 32 32 32 32 33 33 34 Fuel Tank ...Fuel Requirement ...Side Stand ...Seats ...Tool Kit ...Air Cleaner Intake ...Meter Unit Mounting Angle...Rear View Mirror ...BREAK-IN ...HOW...
... PARTS ...LOADING AND ACCESSORIES INFORMATION ...GENERAL INFORMATION ...Meter Instruments ...Digital Meter ...Warning/Indicator Lights ...Key ...Ignition Switch/Steering Lock ...Left Handlebar Switches ...Dimmer Switch ...Turn Signal Switch...Horn Button ...Right Handlebar Switches...Engine Stop Switch ...Starter Button ...Brake Lever Adjuster...Fuel Tank Cap ...7 11 12 15 18 18 19 25 27 29 31 31 32 32 32 32 33 33 34 Fuel Tank ...Fuel Requirement ...Side Stand ...Seats ...Tool Kit ...Air Cleaner Intake ...Meter Unit Mounting Angle...Rear View Mirror ...BREAK-IN ...HOW...
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... Maintenance Chart...Engine Oil ...Cooling System ...Spark Plugs...Evaporative Emission Control System (California model only)...Valve Clearance ...Kawasaki Clean Air System ...Exhaust Device ...Air Cleaner ...Throttle Control System ...Engine Vacuum Synchronization ...Idle Speed ...Clutch ... 66 66 69 72 74 79 90 96 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 111 111 113 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...
... Maintenance Chart...Engine Oil ...Cooling System ...Spark Plugs...Evaporative Emission Control System (California model only)...Valve Clearance ...Kawasaki Clean Air System ...Exhaust Device ...Air Cleaner ...Throttle Control System ...Engine Vacuum Synchronization ...Idle Speed ...Clutch ... 66 66 69 72 74 79 90 96 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 111 111 113 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...
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Clutch Lever Left Handlebar Switches Spring Preload Adjuster Rebound Damping Force Adjuster Meter Instruments 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 12 LOCATION OF PARTS LOCATION OF PARTS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Brake Fluid Reservoir (Front) Right Handlebar Switches Front Brake Lever Throttle Grip Ignition Switch/Steering Lock
Clutch Lever Left Handlebar Switches Spring Preload Adjuster Rebound Damping Force Adjuster Meter Instruments 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 12 LOCATION OF PARTS LOCATION OF PARTS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Brake Fluid Reservoir (Front) Right Handlebar Switches Front Brake Lever Throttle Grip Ignition Switch/Steering Lock
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Tail/Brake Light License Plate Light Seat Lock Brake Disc Compression Damping Force Adjuster 24. Turn Signal Lights Headlight Air Cleaner Intake Spark Plugs Air Cleaner Fuel Tank Rider's Seat Passenger's Seat 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. Brake Caliper Idle Adjusting Screw Shift Pedal Side Stand Drive Chain Chain Adjuster LOCATION OF PARTS 13 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. Front Fork 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30.
Tail/Brake Light License Plate Light Seat Lock Brake Disc Compression Damping Force Adjuster 24. Turn Signal Lights Headlight Air Cleaner Intake Spark Plugs Air Cleaner Fuel Tank Rider's Seat Passenger's Seat 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. Brake Caliper Idle Adjusting Screw Shift Pedal Side Stand Drive Chain Chain Adjuster LOCATION OF PARTS 13 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. Front Fork 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30.
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Rear Shock Absorber Rear Brake Light Switch Rear Brake Pedal Oil Level Inspection Window Oil Filter Coolant Reserve Tank Fuse Box Battery Fuel Tank Cap Muffler Brake Fluid Reservoir (Rear) Swingarm Rebound Damping Force Adjuster 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 14 LOCATION OF PARTS 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37.
Rear Shock Absorber Rear Brake Light Switch Rear Brake Pedal Oil Level Inspection Window Oil Filter Coolant Reserve Tank Fuse Box Battery Fuel Tank Cap Muffler Brake Fluid Reservoir (Rear) Swingarm Rebound Damping Force Adjuster 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 14 LOCATION OF PARTS 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37.
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... the steering assembly and can result in an unsafe riding condition. 8. Kawasaki does not manufacture sidecars or trailers for motorcycles and cannot predict the effects of such accessories on handling or stability, but also due to the handlebar or front fork will increase the mass of such accessories will not be adverse and that impairs the performance of rider, passenger...
... the steering assembly and can result in an unsafe riding condition. 8. Kawasaki does not manufacture sidecars or trailers for motorcycles and cannot predict the effects of such accessories on handling or stability, but also due to the handlebar or front fork will increase the mass of such accessories will not be adverse and that impairs the performance of rider, passenger...
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... displays the odometer and the trip meter AB. C. B. A. GENERAL INFORMATION 23 żThe clock works normally by the back NOTE -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 connected. This meter cannot be shifted pushing the left button. żDo...
... displays the odometer and the trip meter AB. C. B. A. GENERAL INFORMATION 23 żThe clock works normally by the back NOTE -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 connected. This meter cannot be shifted pushing the left button. żDo...
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... NOTE NOTE -up power if the ignition key is turned off. żWhen the trip meter reaches 9999.9 while riding, the meter resets to 0.0 and continues counting. żWhen the battery is operated. When the fuel tank is shown by the number of usable fuel remains. żThe...battery is next reset. As the fuel level in the digital meter when approximately 2.5 L (0.7 US gal) of segments displayed. Fuel Gauge The fuel in . Trip Meters AB The trip meter shows the distance in kilometers or miles traveled since it in the fuel tank is full, all the segments are stopped and locked...
... NOTE NOTE -up power if the ignition key is turned off. żWhen the trip meter reaches 9999.9 while riding, the meter resets to 0.0 and continues counting. żWhen the battery is operated. When the fuel tank is shown by the number of usable fuel remains. żThe...battery is next reset. As the fuel level in the digital meter when approximately 2.5 L (0.7 US gal) of segments displayed. Fuel Gauge The fuel in . Trip Meters AB The trip meter shows the distance in kilometers or miles traveled since it in the fuel tank is full, all the segments are stopped and locked...
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Mark NOTE żThe fuel tank cap cannot be closed without the key inserted, and the key cannot be removed unless the cap is locked properly. żDo not push on the key to the right. Insert the ignition key into place with the key inserted. Close the key hole cover. A. Adjuster B. The key can be locked. 34 GENERAL INFORMATION Fuel Tank Cap To open the fuel tank cap, pull up the key hole cover. To close the cap, or the cap cannot be removed by turning it down into the fuel tank cap and turn the key to close the cap, push it to the left to the original position.
Mark NOTE żThe fuel tank cap cannot be closed without the key inserted, and the key cannot be removed unless the cap is locked properly. żDo not push on the key to the right. Insert the ignition key into place with the key inserted. Close the key hole cover. A. Adjuster B. The key can be locked. 34 GENERAL INFORMATION Fuel Tank Cap To open the fuel tank cap, pull up the key hole cover. To close the cap, or the cap cannot be removed by turning it down into the fuel tank cap and turn the key to close the cap, push it to the left to the original position.
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... or "knocking." After refueling, make sure the tank cap is posted on the fuel tank, wipe it off . The Antiknock Index is closed securely. this includes any source of flame or sparks; NOTICE California model only: Never fill the tank so the fuel level rises into the Evaporative Emission Control System resulting in hard starting and engine hesitation and in the tank cap. Do...
... or "knocking." After refueling, make sure the tank cap is posted on the fuel tank, wipe it off . The Antiknock Index is closed securely. this includes any source of flame or sparks; NOTICE California model only: Never fill the tank so the fuel level rises into the Evaporative Emission Control System resulting in hard starting and engine hesitation and in the tank cap. Do...
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Insert the projections at the front of the passenger's seat into the holes on the rear of the passenger's seat into the slot in the frame. Insert the projections on the rear of the rider's seat into the slots in the frame. Rider's Seat B. Tabs C. Slots D. Projections E. Holes GENERAL INFORMATION 43 Rider's Seat Installation Insert the tabs on the front of the rider's seat into the holes on the frame and tighten the bolts. • • Passenger's Seat Installation Insert the tab on the frame. • • A.
Insert the projections at the front of the passenger's seat into the holes on the rear of the passenger's seat into the slot in the frame. Insert the projections on the rear of the rider's seat into the slots in the frame. Rider's Seat B. Tabs C. Slots D. Projections E. Holes GENERAL INFORMATION 43 Rider's Seat Installation Insert the tabs on the front of the rider's seat into the holes on the frame and tighten the bolts. • • Passenger's Seat Installation Insert the tab on the frame. • • A.
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... 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. The transmission will shift only into neutral. HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE 59 Vehicle speed when shifting Shifting up 1st ĺ 2nd 2nd ĺ 3rd 3rd ĺ 4th 4th ĺ 5th 5th ĺ...
... 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. The transmission will shift only into neutral. HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE 59 Vehicle speed when shifting Shifting up 1st ĺ 2nd 2nd ĺ 3rd 3rd ĺ 4th 4th ĺ 5th 5th ĺ...
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.... Electrical Equipment ...All lights (Headlight, Tail/Brake Lights, Turn Signal Lights, Licence Plate Light, Warning/Indicator Lights) and horn work. Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners Check that steering and suspension components, axles, and all controls are properly tightened or fastened. No brake fluid leakage. Drive Chain ...Slack 20 a 30 mm (0.8 a 1.2 in .). Clutch ...Clutch lever play 2 a 3 mm (0.08 a 0.12 in .) left. Coolant level between level lines (when engine is dry. Lubricate when chain is cold). Coolant ...No coolant leakage. 70 SAFE OPERATION Tires ...Air pressure (when cold...
.... Electrical Equipment ...All lights (Headlight, Tail/Brake Lights, Turn Signal Lights, Licence Plate Light, Warning/Indicator Lights) and horn work. Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners Check that steering and suspension components, axles, and all controls are properly tightened or fastened. No brake fluid leakage. Drive Chain ...Slack 20 a 30 mm (0.8 a 1.2 in .). Clutch ...Clutch lever play 2 a 3 mm (0.08 a 0.12 in .) left. Coolant level between level lines (when engine is dry. Lubricate when chain is cold). Coolant ...No coolant leakage. 70 SAFE OPERATION Tires ...Air pressure (when cold...
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.... Electrical Equipment: Make sure that all work properly. Check to the proper pressure, and check the wheel balance. Steering: Looseness in good condition. Tires: High speed operation is at the upper level line. Check to see that they are tight and that the headlight, tail/brake light, turn signal lights, license plate light horn, etc., all safety related parts are crucial for riding safety. Miscellaneous: Make sure that the coolant...
.... Electrical Equipment: Make sure that all work properly. Check to the proper pressure, and check the wheel balance. Steering: Looseness in good condition. Tires: High speed operation is at the upper level line. Check to see that they are tight and that the headlight, tail/brake light, turn signal lights, license plate light horn, etc., all safety related parts are crucial for riding safety. Miscellaneous: Make sure that the coolant...
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... (mile × 1 000) See Page Operation (Chassis Items) Brake operation (effectiveness, play, drag) - inspect Brake light switch operation - inspect Every year 1 6 12 18 24 30 36 (0.6) (3.75) (7.5) (11.25) (15) (18.75) (22.5) • • • • • • • • • • • 127 128 130/ 134 year • 130/ 134 inspect Suspensions: Front forks/rear shock...
... (mile × 1 000) See Page Operation (Chassis Items) Brake operation (effectiveness, play, drag) - inspect Brake light switch operation - inspect Every year 1 6 12 18 24 30 36 (0.6) (3.75) (7.5) (11.25) (15) (18.75) (22.5) • • • • • • • • • • • 127 128 130/ 134 year • 130/ 134 inspect Suspensions: Front forks/rear shock...
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... maintenance chart in accordance with oil. Check the oil level before the oil reaches every part can cause engine seizure. Oil Level Inspection If the oil has just been changed, start the engine and run it for several minutes until the oil settles. • NOTICE Racing the engine before each ride and change the oil and replace the oil filter in the Owner's Manual. This fills the oil filter with the Periodic Maintenance...
... maintenance chart in accordance with oil. Check the oil level before the oil reaches every part can cause engine seizure. Oil Level Inspection If the oil has just been changed, start the engine and run it for several minutes until the oil settles. • NOTICE Racing the engine before each ride and change the oil and replace the oil filter in the Owner's Manual. This fills the oil filter with the Periodic Maintenance...
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... installed by an authorized Kawasaki dealer. Drive Chain 20-Link Length Service Limit: 319 mm (12.56 in.) 122 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT wear unevenly, take measurements at several places. It is exaggerated for installation; WARNING For safety, use only the standard chain. loose pins and links. • If the length exceeds the service limit, the chain should not be replaced. Weight żSprocket wear...
... installed by an authorized Kawasaki dealer. Drive Chain 20-Link Length Service Limit: 319 mm (12.56 in.) 122 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT wear unevenly, take measurements at several places. It is exaggerated for installation; WARNING For safety, use only the standard chain. loose pins and links. • If the length exceeds the service limit, the chain should not be replaced. Weight żSprocket wear...
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... rear brake light switch should go on when the front brake is applied, the brake light goes on after the proper pedal travel. • • • A. Brake Pedal Travel 10 mm (0.4 in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart. 128 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Brake Light Switches When either the front or rear brake is applied. Inspection Turn the ignition key to inspect the front brake light switch. The brake light should go on . The brake light...
... rear brake light switch should go on when the front brake is applied, the brake light goes on after the proper pedal travel. • • • A. Brake Pedal Travel 10 mm (0.4 in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart. 128 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Brake Light Switches When either the front or rear brake is applied. Inspection Turn the ignition key to inspect the front brake light switch. The brake light should go on . The brake light...
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Brake Disc Mounting Bolts 10. Footpeg Mounting Bolt 17. Front Axle Clamp Bolt 11. Side Stand Bolt 14. Rear Frame Mounting Bolts 9. Swingarm Pivot Shaft Nut 16. Caliper Mounting Bolts 13. Rear Sprocket Nuts Front Axle Nut 12. Rear Axle Nut 19. 162 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 6. Front Fender Mounting Bolts 7. Engine Mounting Bolts and Nuts 8. Uni-trak Tie-Rod Nuts 15. Rear Shock Absorber Mounting Bolts 18.
Brake Disc Mounting Bolts 10. Footpeg Mounting Bolt 17. Front Axle Clamp Bolt 11. Side Stand Bolt 14. Rear Frame Mounting Bolts 9. Swingarm Pivot Shaft Nut 16. Caliper Mounting Bolts 13. Rear Sprocket Nuts Front Axle Nut 12. Rear Axle Nut 19. 162 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 6. Front Fender Mounting Bolts 7. Engine Mounting Bolts and Nuts 8. Uni-trak Tie-Rod Nuts 15. Rear Shock Absorber Mounting Bolts 18.
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Weight and Manufacture Vehicle Emission Control Information Vacuum Hose Routing Diagram Battery Poison/Danger *: only on California model 182 LOCATION OF LABELS 6. 7. *8. 9.
Weight and Manufacture Vehicle Emission Control Information Vacuum Hose Routing Diagram Battery Poison/Danger *: only on California model 182 LOCATION OF LABELS 6. 7. *8. 9.