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Owners Manual - Page 4
IMPORTANT INFORMATION KLX models are designed for the operator only, no passengers. • Kawasaki This motorcycle designed for competition only on a closed course. • Not intended for is use on public streets. • Read your owner's manual, it contains important information. •
Owners Manual - Page 6
... improperly conducted, this sport has the potential to the fullest.
WARNING
VEHICLE IS AN OFF-ROAD VEHICLE • THIS ONLY AND WAS NOT MANUFACTURED FOR USE ON PUBLIC STREETS... • Responsible use of your off-road motorcycle will enjoy it to cause environmental problems as well as conflicts with other people. IMPORTANT Off-road motorcycling is a wonderful sport, and we hope ...
Owners Manual - Page 7
...he or she should already be sure to ride unsupervised. Your child should a problem occur far from help. This motorcycle is important should also be physically large ...most likely "riding instructor/mechanic" as motocross. Read and understand the owner's manual provided with any moving vehicle there are possible safety risks; Review all items thoroughly before riding the motorcycle...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... safety. Before starting to ride your motorcycle, please read this manual, you for superior reliability, and performance.
Consumer Products & Machinery Company
©2010 Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. Feb. 2010. (1). FOREWORD
We wish to thank you will be minor discrepancies between the actual vehicle and the illustrations and text in order to know your motorcycle...
Owners Manual - Page 11
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...
Owners Manual - Page 13
SPECIFICATIONS 11 TRANSMISSION Transmission type Clutch type Drive system Gear ratios: 1st gear 2nd gear 3rd gear 4th gear 5th gear Primary reduction ratio Final reduction ratio Overall ratio (top gear) Engine oil: Capacity Grade 1.1 L (1.2 US qt) Kawasaki Performance 4-Stroke Motorcycle Oil* Kawasaki Performance 4-Stroke Semi-Synthetic Oil* Kawasaki Performance 4-Stroke Full Synthetic Oil* or ...
Owners Manual - Page 21
... vents in unsatisfactory performance. As the fuel expands in a warm tank, it can be covered under certain conditions, creating the potential for serious burns. Operating problems that result from any appliance with a minimum Antiknock Index of its resistance to severe engine damage. The octane rating of a gasoline is spilled on service station pumps in the table...
Owners Manual - Page 22
... gasoline with "gasohol" in this manual. NOTICE
Avoid using blends of the fuel which are required to sell such reformulated fuels as STA-BIL) with more than 10% ethanol, or more than 5% methanol. Gasoline/Alcohol Blends -
Gasoline/Ether Blends - When not operating your Kawasaki. Fuel system damage and performance problems may cause paint fading or damage...
Owners Manual - Page 24
... the motorcycle when the side stand is down.
żThis motorcycle is in the • Check position.
• Turn the fuel tap lever to the ON position. ON Position
A. 22 GENERAL INFORMATION
j Starting the Engine
that prevents the engine from starting when the transmission is not in injury. Engine Stop Switch Position B.
• Shift the...
Owners Manual - Page 25
NOTE
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żWhen the clutch lever is thoroughly warmed up. Starter Button
after the engine has started with the transmission in any gear.
•
A. Wait 15 seconds between each operation of using the choke knob.
NOTE
żWhen the engine is cold: Pull out the choke knob. Choke Knob
the throttle completely closed, push...
Owners Manual - Page 27
...the clutch lever, then release the shift pedal. A. Careless, incomplete shifting can cause the transmission to jump out of gear and lead to ensure proper shifting.
To shift up or down...position, pull in the clutch lever, push the shift pedal down on the shift pedal to engine damage. GENERAL INFORMATION 25
NOTICE
Shifting Gears
This motorcycle is located halfway between 1st and 2nd ...
Owners Manual - Page 28
... rear brake may be advantageous in the clutch lever as the motorcycle comes to the •
A.
Engine Stop Switch Position B.
• Turn the fuel tap lever to ensure good engine response at all speeds. Stopping the Engine
the transmission into the neutral position. • Shift Close the throttle completely. • position. Pull in certain circumstances...
Owners Manual - Page 35
...- inspect † (K) Fuel hose connections - adjust † Valve clearance - inspect † Air cleaner element - clean Engine sprocket - clean, gap †
(K) Clutch and friction plate - Periodic Inspection (Engine Related Item) FREQUENCY OPERATION ... : Should be serviced by referring to the Service Manual or an authorized Kawasaki dealer. ż : Emission-related Item 1.
Owners Manual - Page 39
... and may result in the Owner's Manual.
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and reinsert it for all the oil to the ground. This the engine and wait several • If minutes for several minutes at the proper level, and change the oil according to the periodic maintenance chart in engine or transmission seizure, accident, and injury. C. Check the...
Owners Manual - Page 79
...60 Days 42 Days 28 Days 21 Days 14 Days Days from the battery even when the engine stops. If your motorcycle is only used regularly, the charging system in a matter of battery...must properly maintain the battery's charge. Every 15°C (27°F) doubles the rate. Electrical accessories, such as digital clocks and computer memory, also draw current from 100% charged to their internal ...
Owners Manual - Page 95
... each problem listed. dragging • Brake • Clutch slipping
Fuel-air mixture incorrect Air cleaner element clogged Air cleaner duct loose
Engine does not turn over Transmission not in neutral Engine stop switch set to assist you in tank • No hose clogged • Fuel Fuel • tap clogged Engine flooded • Starting technique faulty
Poor low-speed performance...
Owners Manual - Page 101
... SATISFACTION
Welcome to your warranty is a problem, and you, as tires, brake pads, transmission drive belts, chains, sprockets, etc. You can be extended by purchasing Kawasaki's Good Time™ Protection Plan (GTPP). The warranty also does not apply to Kawasaki.com for more information if you from manufacturing defects in this owner's manual. What Am I Responsible...
Owners Manual - Page 102
... by the limited warranty. Keep all necessary paperwork. However, if a failure is one that in the Maintenance Record section of services, parts, accessories, and information on Kawasaki. Your Kawasaki dealer offers a wide range of this Owner's Manual. The dealership is responsible for inspecting your Kawasaki vehicle if there is responsible for repairs needed authorization...
Owners Manual - Page 103
... the appropriate dealership manager. Kawasaki will perform the repairs at the address below. This owner's manual should either be able to any maintenance records to you if it is covered by a Kawasaki dealer. YOUR WARRANTY/OWNER SATISFACTION 101 How Do I am not Satisfied With My Warranty Service? If there is a problem with the dealership management and need...
Owners Manual - Page 105
..., U.S.A. If the CPSC receives similar complaints, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, the CPSC cannot become involved in individual problems between you should immediately inform the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) in a group of America Only) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause...
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