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... Instruments ...Speedometer: ...Digital Display ...Fuel Gauge: ...RESET Button/MODE Button: ...Warning/Indicator Lights: ...Keys ...Ignition Switch ...Right Handlebar Switches...Engine Stop Switch: ...Starter Button: ...Left Handlebar Switches ...Dimmer Switch: ...Turn Signal Switch:...9 13 14 17 21 24 24 25 25 28 28 28 30 31 33 33 33 34 34 34 Horn Button: ...Brake Lever Adjusters...Fuel Tank Cap ...Fuel Tank ...Side Stand ...Seat...Tool Kit Case ...Helmet-Hook ...Windshield...Special Warning on the Use of Saddlebags...Saddlebags ...Steering Lock ...Electric Accessory...
... Instruments ...Speedometer: ...Digital Display ...Fuel Gauge: ...RESET Button/MODE Button: ...Warning/Indicator Lights: ...Keys ...Ignition Switch ...Right Handlebar Switches...Engine Stop Switch: ...Starter Button: ...Left Handlebar Switches ...Dimmer Switch: ...Turn Signal Switch:...9 13 14 17 21 24 24 25 25 28 28 28 30 31 33 33 33 34 34 34 Horn Button: ...Brake Lever Adjusters...Fuel Tank Cap ...Fuel Tank ...Side Stand ...Seat...Tool Kit Case ...Helmet-Hook ...Windshield...Special Warning on the Use of Saddlebags...Saddlebags ...Steering Lock ...Electric Accessory...
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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 ... 65 68 69 70 71 73 75 75 78 81 83 88 100 107 113 114 115 116 117 Air Cleaner ...Throttle Control System ...Idle Speed ...Clutch ...Brakes ...Brake Light Switches...Rear Shock Absorber...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 ... 65 68 69 70 71 73 75 75 78 81 83 88 100 107 113 114 115 116 117 Air Cleaner ...Throttle Control System ...Idle Speed ...Clutch ...Brakes ...Brake Light Switches...Rear Shock Absorber...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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SPECIFICATIONS 9 SPECIFICATIONS PERFORMANCE Minimum Turning Radius DIMENSIONS Overall Length Overall Width Overall Height Wheelbase Road Clearance Curb Mass ENGINE Type Displacement Bore × Stroke Compression Ratio Starting System SOHC, V-type 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled 903 cm³ (55.1 cu in.) 88.0 × 74.2 mm (3.5 × 2.9 in.) 9.5 : 1 Electric starter 2 465 mm (97.0 in.) 1 005 mm (39.6 in.) 1 480 mm (58.3 in.) 1 645 mm (64.8 in.) 135 mm (5.31 in.) 298 kg (657 lb) 2.9 m (114 in.)
SPECIFICATIONS 9 SPECIFICATIONS PERFORMANCE Minimum Turning Radius DIMENSIONS Overall Length Overall Width Overall Height Wheelbase Road Clearance Curb Mass ENGINE Type Displacement Bore × Stroke Compression Ratio Starting System SOHC, V-type 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled 903 cm³ (55.1 cu in.) 88.0 × 74.2 mm (3.5 × 2.9 in.) 9.5 : 1 Electric starter 2 465 mm (97.0 in.) 1 005 mm (39.6 in.) 1 480 mm (58.3 in.) 1 645 mm (64.8 in.) 135 mm (5.31 in.) 298 kg (657 lb) 2.9 m (114 in.)
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Side Stand Fuse Box Coolant Reserve Tank Rear Shock Absorber Belt Belt Pulley LOCATION OF PARTS 15 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. Brake Disc Brake Caliper Wheel Radiator Shift Pedal Oil Level Inspection Window 26. Side Stand Switch 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. Front Fork Headlight Turn Signal Light Horn Windshield Spark Plugs Battery Saddlebag 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25.
Side Stand Fuse Box Coolant Reserve Tank Rear Shock Absorber Belt Belt Pulley LOCATION OF PARTS 15 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. Brake Disc Brake Caliper Wheel Radiator Shift Pedal Oil Level Inspection Window 26. Side Stand Switch 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. Front Fork Headlight Turn Signal Light Horn Windshield Spark Plugs Battery Saddlebag 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25.
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Mufflers 40. Rear Brake Light Switch 43. Brake Fluid Reservoir (Rear) Rear Brake Pedal 42. Idle Speed Adjusting Screw 41. Tail/Brake Light Seat Tool Kit Case/Tool Kit Air Cleaner Element Fuel Tank 38. Steering Lock 39. 16 LOCATION OF PARTS 33. 34. 35. 36. 37.
Mufflers 40. Rear Brake Light Switch 43. Brake Fluid Reservoir (Rear) Rear Brake Pedal 42. Idle Speed Adjusting Screw 41. Tail/Brake Light Seat Tool Kit Case/Tool Kit Air Cleaner Element Fuel Tank 38. Steering Lock 39. 16 LOCATION OF PARTS 33. 34. 35. 36. 37.
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... motorcycle is in an unsafe riding condition. 8. Furthermore, any adverse effects on handling or stability, but also due to tow any other aspect of their weight, but can only warn that the effects can be adverse and that Kawasaki cannot assume responsibility for the results of such unintended use of the steering assembly and can result in an...
... motorcycle is in an unsafe riding condition. 8. Furthermore, any adverse effects on handling or stability, but also due to tow any other aspect of their weight, but can only warn that the effects can be adverse and that Kawasaki cannot assume responsibility for the results of such unintended use of the steering assembly and can result in an...
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... and starts working . Both the • Push hour and minute displays start flash- • ing again. Pushing and holding the button advance the hour or minute continuously. ○The clock works normally from the back-up power while the ignition switch is turned off. ○When the battery is ...disconnected, the clock resets to advance the minutes. ○Pushing the MODE button momen- 26 GENERAL INFORMATION display starts flashing. Push the MODE ...
... and starts working . Both the • Push hour and minute displays start flash- • ing again. Pushing and holding the button advance the hour or minute continuously. ○The clock works normally from the back-up power while the ignition switch is turned off. ○When the battery is ...disconnected, the clock resets to advance the minutes. ○Pushing the MODE button momen- 26 GENERAL INFORMATION display starts flashing. Push the MODE ...
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...earliest opportunity. When vehicle stands with side stand, fuel gauge cannot show the amount of fuel in the fuel tank. Stand upright the vehicle to check the fuel level. ○The data is maintained by the back NOTE -up power if the ignition key is turned to "OFF". ...○When the trip meter reaches 999.9 while riding, the meter resets to 0.0 and continue counting. ○When the battery is used to shift through the digital display modes and to adjust the clock. The MODE button is lit. Warning/Indicator Lights: N: When the transmission...
...earliest opportunity. When vehicle stands with side stand, fuel gauge cannot show the amount of fuel in the fuel tank. Stand upright the vehicle to check the fuel level. ○The data is maintained by the back NOTE -up power if the ignition key is turned to "OFF". ...○When the trip meter reaches 999.9 while riding, the meter resets to 0.0 and continue counting. ○When the battery is used to shift through the digital display modes and to adjust the clock. The MODE button is lit. Warning/Indicator Lights: N: When the transmission...
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..., license plate lights are on NOTE whenever the ignition switch is released after turning the ignition key to ON. ○If you leave the motorcycle in the P (Park) position or in the ON position. without the motorcycle running for a long time (one hour), the battery may become totally discharged. To avoid battery discharge, always start the engine immediately after starting the engine. All other electrical circuits cut...
..., license plate lights are on NOTE whenever the ignition switch is released after turning the ignition key to ON. ○If you leave the motorcycle in the P (Park) position or in the ON position. without the motorcycle running for a long time (one hour), the battery may become totally discharged. To avoid battery discharge, always start the engine immediately after starting the engine. All other electrical circuits cut...
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A. Fuel Tank Cap C. Ignition Key B. The key can be locked. Fuel Tank Cap ○The fuel tank cap cannot be closed NOTE without the key inserted, and the key cannot be removed unless the cap is locked properly. ○Do not push on the key to close the cap, push it to the left to the right. Key Hole Cover To close the cap or the cap cannot be removed by turning it down into...
A. Fuel Tank Cap C. Ignition Key B. The key can be locked. Fuel Tank Cap ○The fuel tank cap cannot be closed NOTE without the key inserted, and the key cannot be removed unless the cap is locked properly. ○Do not push on the key to close the cap, push it to the left to the right. Key Hole Cover To close the cap or the cap cannot be removed by turning it down into...
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... this time, the fuel injection warning indicator light may go on if you operate the throttle grip unnecessarily. Wait 15 seconds between each operation of the starter to start the engine. holding the throttle grip, push • Without the starter button to let it cool and the battery power recover. After righting the motorcycle, first turn the ignition key to "OFF" and then back to stop automatically...
... this time, the fuel injection warning indicator light may go on if you operate the throttle grip unnecessarily. Wait 15 seconds between each operation of the starter to start the engine. holding the throttle grip, push • Without the starter button to let it cool and the battery power recover. After righting the motorcycle, first turn the ignition key to "OFF" and then back to stop automatically...
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To use the positive neutral finder, shift down to 1st gear, then lift up on the shift pedal while standing still. When the motorcycle is equipped with a NOTE positive neutral finder. The transmission will shift only into neutral. 66 HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE the throttle part way, while re• Open leasing the clutch lever. ○The transmission is standing still, the transmission cannot be shifted past neutral from 1st gear.
To use the positive neutral finder, shift down to 1st gear, then lift up on the shift pedal while standing still. When the motorcycle is equipped with a NOTE positive neutral finder. The transmission will shift only into neutral. 66 HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE the throttle part way, while re• Open leasing the clutch lever. ○The transmission is standing still, the transmission cannot be shifted past neutral from 1st gear.
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... 28 psi) Load Up to lock. Throttle ...Throttle grip play 2 ∼ 3 mm (0.08 ∼ 0.12 in.). Coolant ...No coolant leakage. No brake fluid leakage. Clutch lever operates smoothly. Engine stop switch ...Stops engine. No binding of control cables. Coolant level between level lines (when engine is cold). Electrical equipment ...All lights (Headlight, Tail/Brake Lights, Turn Signal Lights Warning/Indicator Lights) and horn work. Check that steering and suspension components, axles, and all controls are properly tightened or fastened. Clutch ...Clutch lever play 2 ∼...
... 28 psi) Load Up to lock. Throttle ...Throttle grip play 2 ∼ 3 mm (0.08 ∼ 0.12 in.). Coolant ...No coolant leakage. No brake fluid leakage. Clutch lever operates smoothly. Engine stop switch ...Stops engine. No binding of control cables. Coolant level between level lines (when engine is cold). Electrical equipment ...All lights (Headlight, Tail/Brake Lights, Turn Signal Lights Warning/Indicator Lights) and horn work. Check that steering and suspension components, axles, and all controls are properly tightened or fastened. Clutch ...Clutch lever play 2 ∼...
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inspect Brake fluid level inspect Brake operation (effectiveness, play, drag) - inspect year 6 months year *Odometer Reading km × 1 000 (mile × 1 000) See Page Every 1 6 12 18 24 30 36 (0.6) (3.75) (7.5) (11.25) (15) (18.75) (22.5) 125 126 126 129 129 inspect Brake light switch operation - 94 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Frequency Whichever comes first Operation (Chassis Items) Brake pad wear inspect # K Brake hose installation condition -
inspect Brake fluid level inspect Brake operation (effectiveness, play, drag) - inspect year 6 months year *Odometer Reading km × 1 000 (mile × 1 000) See Page Every 1 6 12 18 24 30 36 (0.6) (3.75) (7.5) (11.25) (15) (18.75) (22.5) 125 126 126 129 129 inspect Brake light switch operation - 94 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Frequency Whichever comes first Operation (Chassis Items) Brake pad wear inspect # K Brake hose installation condition -
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... come up between the upper and lower level lines next to WARNING Motorcycle operation with oil. 100 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT In order for the engine, transmission, and clutch to function properly, maintain the engine oil at idle speed. Engine Oil Oil Level Inspection If the oil has just been changed, start the engine and run it for all the oil to the oil level inspection window. the motorcycle has just been used...
... come up between the upper and lower level lines next to WARNING Motorcycle operation with oil. 100 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT In order for the engine, transmission, and clutch to function properly, maintain the engine oil at idle speed. Engine Oil Oil Level Inspection If the oil has just been changed, start the engine and run it for all the oil to the oil level inspection window. the motorcycle has just been used...
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Contact your local authorities for approved disposal methods or possible recycling. • Remove the cover. Cover B. Place an oil pan beneath the engine. Dispose of used oil properly. Remove the engine oil drain plug. • • • WARNING Engine oil is a toxic substance. 102 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Oil and/or Oil Filter Change Warm up the engine thoroughly, and then stop it. A. Bolt A. Engine Oil Drain Plug the oil completely drain with • Let the motorcycle perpendicular to the ground.
Contact your local authorities for approved disposal methods or possible recycling. • Remove the cover. Cover B. Place an oil pan beneath the engine. Dispose of used oil properly. Remove the engine oil drain plug. • • • WARNING Engine oil is a toxic substance. 102 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Oil and/or Oil Filter Change Warm up the engine thoroughly, and then stop it. A. Bolt A. Engine Oil Drain Plug the oil completely drain with • Let the motorcycle perpendicular to the ground.
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... front and rear brakes. When either the front or rear brake is applied, the brake light goes on when the front brake is applied, there might be defective. Have the brake checked immediately by an authorized Kawasaki dealer. Brake Light Switches WARNING Air in the brake lines diminish braking performance and can cause an accident resulting in injury or death. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 129 Fluid Change Have the brake fluid changed by an...
... front and rear brakes. When either the front or rear brake is applied, the brake light goes on when the front brake is applied, there might be defective. Have the brake checked immediately by an authorized Kawasaki dealer. Brake Light Switches WARNING Air in the brake lines diminish braking performance and can cause an accident resulting in injury or death. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 129 Fluid Change Have the brake fluid changed by an...
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A. Brake Pedal B. 10 mm (0.4 in .) of the rear brake • Check light switch by turning the adjusting nut. 130 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT the operation of pedal travel. NOTICE To avoid damaging the electrical connections inside the switch, be sure that the switch body does not turn during adjustment. it does not, adjust the rear brake • If light switch. • Adjustment To adjust the rear brake light switch, move the switch up or down by depressing the brake pedal. The brake light should go on after about 10 mm (0.4 in .)
A. Brake Pedal B. 10 mm (0.4 in .) of the rear brake • Check light switch by turning the adjusting nut. 130 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT the operation of pedal travel. NOTICE To avoid damaging the electrical connections inside the switch, be sure that the switch body does not turn during adjustment. it does not, adjust the rear brake • If light switch. • Adjustment To adjust the rear brake light switch, move the switch up or down by depressing the brake pedal. The brake light should go on after about 10 mm (0.4 in .)
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Rear Shock Absorber A. D. C. Lights later. B. Rear Brake Light Switch Adjusting Nut Lights sooner. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 131 The rear shock absorber can be adjusted by changing the spring preload for various riding and loading conditions.
Rear Shock Absorber A. D. C. Lights later. B. Rear Brake Light Switch Adjusting Nut Lights sooner. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 131 The rear shock absorber can be adjusted by changing the spring preload for various riding and loading conditions.
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... park or store the vehicle in and around the vehicle, inspect the engine, electrical component and exhaust areas frequently. applying degreaser to inspecting for build-up of debris or flammable material in an enclosed space prior to seals, • Avoid brake pads, and tires. Gasoline, brake fluid, and coolant will damage the finish of painted and plastic surfaces: wash them off immediately. Avoid wire...
... park or store the vehicle in and around the vehicle, inspect the engine, electrical component and exhaust areas frequently. applying degreaser to inspecting for build-up of debris or flammable material in an enclosed space prior to seals, • Avoid brake pads, and tires. Gasoline, brake fluid, and coolant will damage the finish of painted and plastic surfaces: wash them off immediately. Avoid wire...