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Owners Manual - Page 5
... engineering, exhaustive testing, and continuous striving for superior reliability, safety and performance. This manual ...Manual aboard your motorcycle, give it whenever you will be competent mechanics and possess the special tools described in this manual. Keep this vehicle enroll in a motorcycle rider training program to it the proper care and maintenance described in the Service Manual...
Owners Manual - Page 6
... minor differences between the actual product and illustrations and text in this manual.
All rights reserved. Motorcycle & Engine Company
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All products are subject to change without our prior written permission. KAWASAKI HEAVY INDUSTRIES, LTD. This manual should be considered a permanent part of printing. No part of this...
Owners Manual - Page 10
8 SPECIFICATIONS Ignition Timing (Electronically advanced) Spark Plugs Lubrication System Engine Oil: Type Viscosity Capacity Coolant Capacity TRANSMISSION Transmission Type Clutch Type Driving System Primary Reduction Ratio Final Reduction Ratio Overall Drive Ratio 5-speed, return shift Wet, multi disc Chain drive 2.273 (75/33) 2....
Owners Manual - Page 25
... key number in the space provided and store the number in severe damage from overheating. Prolonged engine operation will result in a safe place. N: When the transmission is in a safe place as well. Included with a plate, store it in neutral, ... for the ignition switch/steering lock, seat lock, helmet hook and fuel tank cap. Indicator Lights: : When the headlight is on a separate plate.
Owners Manual - Page 29
... is on high beam ( high beam indicator light is in neutral.
GENERAL INFORMATION 27
Starter Button: The starter button operates the electric starter when the transmission is lit. ) High beam...( ) Low beam...( Refer to the Starting the Engine section of the "How to Ride the Motorcycle" chapter for starting instructions.
Owners Manual - Page 34
... quality or not meeting standard industry specifications may not be covered under your warranty. If this condition is important. Gasoline quality is allowed to continue it can lead to reduce exhaust emissions. Fuels Containing Oxygenates Gasoline frequently contains oxygenates (alcohols and ethers) especially in unsatisfactory performance. Environmental Protection Agency include a broad...
Owners Manual - Page 38
A.
This switch is designed so that the engine does not start if the transmission is in gear and the side stand is used, make it a practice to the left.
Whenever the side stand is down.
NOTE
żThe motorcycle ...
Owners Manual - Page 42
... first 1 600 km (1 000 mi) that the motorcycle is ridden is in neutral.
• Do not race the engine while the transmission is designated as the break-in period. The table shows maximum recommended engine speed during the break-in period.
•
Distance traveled 0 a 800 km (0 a 500 mi) 800 a 1 600 km (500 a 1 000...
Owners Manual - Page 44
42 HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE
HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE
the fuel tap lever to "ON". • Make sure the transmission is in neu• tral. Engine Stop Switch B. ON position
the engine is position. Starter Button C.
Starting the Engine
A. Ignition Switch E. Neutral Indicator Light D. in the Turn the ignition key to the ON po...
Owners Manual - Page 46
... motorcycle is not in neutral. This switch prevents the electric starter from operating when the clutch is engaged and the transmission is equipped with a starter lockout switch.
Starter Lockout Switch When the engine is warmed up . return the choke lever to• Gradually ward the off position as soon as necessary to...
Owners Manual - Page 52
... a little, and start if the transmission is in the clutch lever. This switch is designed so that the side stand is up. 50 HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE
Moving Off
the clutch starts to engage, open • As the throttle a little more, giving the engine just enough fuel to let out the clutch...
Owners Manual - Page 55
Lock the steering. •
A. Rear Brake Pedal HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE 53
Stopping the Engine
the throttle completely. • Close Shift the into neutral. • Turn the transmission key to "OFF". • Support ignition the motorcycle on a firm, • level surface with the side stand.
Owners Manual - Page 57
the transmission into contact with the side stand.
the motorcycle on a soft or steeply inclined surface, or the motorcycle may fall over.
parking inside a garage or other flammable materials could come into neutral • Shift and turn the ignition key to "OFF". Do not idle or park your vehicle in property damage or...
Owners Manual - Page 86
... each ride and change the oil and replace the oil filter in the Owner's Manual. Not only do dirt and metal particles collect in engine or transmission seizure, accident, and injury. Stop the engine, then wait several minutes at the proper level, and change the oil according to the periodic maintenance chart in accordance...
Owners Manual - Page 92
...cracks or deterioration, and connections for obstruction by installing unauthorized accessories in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart.
90 MAINTENANCE AND ... can lead to overheating and consequent engine damage. Do not obstruct or deflect airflow through the radiator ...mud. Keep your hands and clothing away from a car wash facility, could damage the radiator fins and impair...
Owners Manual - Page 100
...valve removal and inspection should be obtained, engine power is essentially a check valve which ...engine noises. The KCA System allows extra air into the exhaust system so that has passed
the air suction valve is prevented from the air cleaner into the exhaust system, it is released into the exhaust port. Inspect the air suction valves in the Service Manual. When the spent fuel...
Owners Manual - Page 101
... engine damage. following the instructions in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart. Inspection and adjustment should be done only by a competent mechanic MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 99
Valve Clearance
Valve and valve seat wear decreases valve clearance, upsetting valve timing. Valve clearance for each valve should be checked and adjusted in the Service Manual...
Owners Manual - Page 115
... carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless poisonous gas. Inhaling carbon monoxide can cause serious brain injury or death. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 113
the drain plugs on the muffler with the transmission in enclosed areas. the engine. • Stop Install the drain plugs. •
A.
DO NOT run the engine in neutral. Drain Plugs
an open area away...
Owners Manual - Page 148
Do not park or store the vehicle in and around the vehicle chassis, engine, and exhaust can cause mechanical problems and increase the risk of your motorcycle with a high quality, breathable motorcycle cover will enhance its appearance, optimize overall performance, and extend its finish from harmful UV rays, pollutants, and reduce the amount of debris or...
Owners Manual - Page 158
... 1st Gear Side stand has been left down Clutch does not properly disengage
Engine Cranks, But Won't Start fuel in tank • No line clogged • Fuel broken down • Fuel is not used when engine is • Choke cold flooded • Engine plugs not in good contact • Spark • Spark plugs fouled or wet...
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