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Owners Manual - Page 7
... discrepancies between the actual vehicle and the illustrations and text in racing events. As with superb handling and stability for trouble-free operation and top performance. Due to keep your choosing this manual.
FOREWORD
Congratulations on your KX properly tuned and adjusted. This manual is the product of Kawasaki's advanced engineering, exhaustive testing, and continuous...
Owners Manual - Page 8
...and a properly maintained vehicle. Be sure to ride unsupervised. As with motorcycle controls (location and function) and basic riding techniques. Your child should a problem occur far from ... precautions. 1. IMPORTANT NOTE TO PARENTS ABOUT SAFE RIDING This is a high performance off-road motorcycle designed for an OPERATOR ONLY. 3. Be sure he or...manual provided with the motorcycle.
Owners Manual - Page 9
... 129 129 130 131 132 TABLE OF CONTENTS
SPECIFICATIONS ...GENERAL INFORMATION ...Location of Parts ...Side Stand...Fuel ...Kick Pedal ...Starting the Engine ...Shifting Gears...Stopping the Motorcycle...Stopping the Engine ...Break-In...Daily Pre-Ride Checks ...After-Race Checks ...MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT...Periodic Maintenance Chart ...Transmission Oil...Cooling System ...Spark Plug...Ignition...
Owners Manual - Page 19
...volume of low quality or not meeting standard industry specifications may result. Gasoline quality is methyl tertiary butyl ether (MTBE).
GENERAL INFORMATION 17
NOTICE
If engine "knocking" or "pinging" occurs, use "gasohol" containing more than 5% methanol. Fuels of fuel oxygenates approved for use in unsatisfactory performance. Gasoline/Ether Blends - and Canada which are required...
Owners Manual - Page 20
...vehicle.
NOTICE
Do not use of these products meets or exceeds warranty and service requirements and can help to 60 days, mix a fuel stabilizer (such as STA-BIL) with "gasohol" in the fuel... in the fuel system. Recommended Oil Kawasaki Performance 2-Stroke Racing Oil* or equivalent 2-stroke engine lubricant *Kawasaki Performance Oils and Lubricants have been specifically engineered for your ...
Owners Manual - Page 22
A.
Choke Knob
after the engine has started with the transmission in injury. OFF position C. NOTE
sure the transmission is in neutral. • Make the engine is cold, pull up . ON position
warmed up the choke knob. • If • Kick the engine over with the side stand can be started , do not push • Even down...
Owners Manual - Page 23
"Return shift" means that when shifting up to engine damage. Careless, incomplete shifting can cause the transmission to jump out of gear and lead to the next gear, pull in the clutch lever, lift the shift pedal with a 6-speed "return shift" transmission. GENERAL INFORMATION 21
j Shifting Gears
This motorcycle is located halfway between 1st...
Owners Manual - Page 24
... as the motorcycle comes to a stop button. A. Engine Stop Button
• Turn the fuel tap lever to ensure good engine response at all speeds. 22 GENERAL INFORMATION
j Stopping the Motorcycle
For maximum deceleration, close the throttle • After completely and push the engine stop .
Stopping the Engine
the transmission into the neutral position. • Shift racing...
Owners Manual - Page 25
... low-speed operation during the break-in the engine and transmission, which are necessary for the duration of operation, run the engine at low and moderate engine speeds. NOTICE
For the first hour or 20.... If so, replace the standard spark plug with a hotter spark plug for performance and reliability. riod may cause carbon to obtain the proper operating clearances in pe-
Recommended ...
Owners Manual - Page 26
...transmission oil. żTo keep the engine trouble-free. Before putting the motorcycle into operation, bleed the cooling system. 9. Using the proper riding skills and techniques and avoiding recklessly high engine speeds will keep optimum engine performance... cylinder and piston. A scored piston skirt could lower engine performance or damage the cylinder wall. Decarbonize the exhaust ports and...
Owners Manual - Page 27
.... DANGER
Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless poisonous gas. Engine Transmission Oil ...Coolant ...Radiator Cap ...Spark Plug ...Cylinder Head Nut ...Cylinder Nut ...Clutch ...Carburetor ...Air Cleaner ... Always perform daily safety checks... is minimal, and habitual performance of these checks will help ensure a safe, reliable ride. Operate only in enclosed areas.
Owners Manual - Page 34
... each ride and change the oil periodically. the transmission oil level through the oil filler opening. The oil should be changed periodically to ensure long engine life. If the oil level is already in the owner's manual. Remove the oil drain plug and position the vehicle perpendicular to the ground to allow all the...
Owners Manual - Page 35
... or exceeds warranty and service requirements and can help to accommodate atmospheric conditions in the specified amount of used oil properly. Oil Drain Plug
the oil drain plug with API SG, SH, SJ, SL, SM and JASO MA, MA1, MA2 rating Viscosity: SAE10W-40 *Kawasaki Performance Oils and Lubricants have been specifically engineered for your...
Owners Manual - Page 36
NOTICE
Using high-pressure water, as from the engine and transfers it to overheating and consequent engine damage.
34 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
Cooling System
Radiator Hoses
Check the radiator hoses for cracks or deterioration, and the connections for obstruction by installing unauthorized accessories in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart. Check the coolant level...
Owners Manual - Page 52
... slots in all the way, then tighten the locknut.
Locknut
the locknut. • Tighten the engine, check that the clutch lever play is 8 ∼ 13 mm (0.3 ∼ 0.5 in.). Friction Plate Removal the transmission oil (see the Transmission • Drain Oil section.) plenty of the clutch cable, and turn the adjusting nut so that...
Owners Manual - Page 98
... Cylinder Drain Plug Cylinder Head Nuts Cylinder Nuts Transmission Oil Drain Plug Kick Pedal Pivot Bolt Shift Pedal Bolt Spark Plug Water Pump Cover Drain Plug Air Bleeder Bolt Cooling Hose ...Clamp Screws Carburetor Mounting Clamp Screws Clutch Spring Bolts Brake Caliper Bolts Brake Disc Screws Engine Mounting Bolts (Bracket...
Owners Manual - Page 100
...performance, and extend its useful life. a mild neutral detergent (designed for build-up of debris or flammable materials. When operating the vehicle...vehicle chassis, engine, and exhaust can cause mechanical problems and increase the risk of fire. If debris or flammable materials have collected, park the vehicle outside and stop the engine...vehicle, inspect the engine..., and fuel tank openings...
Owners Manual - Page 105
... Connecting rod big end seized Transmission gear or bearing seized Kick shaft return spring broken Kick ratchet gear not engaging
Fuel does not flow fuel in troubleshooting for each problem listed. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 103
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
NOTE
żThis troubleshooting guide is not exhaustive and
starting technique (when the engine is meant simply as a quick...
Owners Manual - Page 107
...; Throttle cleaner element clogged • Air clogged • Muffler contaminated with water or foreign matter • Fuel exhaust port clogged • Cylinder dragging • Brake slipping • Clutch overheating • Engine oil level too high • Transmission Transmission oil viscosity too high • Crankshaft bearing worn or damaged • KIPS ports stuck closed exhaust...
Owners Manual - Page 126
...mixture becomes richer and it may be advisable to the weight of the vehicle. 124 ENGINE AND SUSPENSION TUNING
Special Care According to Track Conditions
• •...engine in these conditions. In very dusty conditions, as the chain and sprockets will be packed with mud.
• • •
Take care not to the tires and other parts of the vehicle and therefore reduce performance...
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