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... ...GENERAL INFORMATION ...Meter Instruments ...Tachometer ...LCD (Speedometer, Clock, Odometer, Trip Meter A/B, Fuel Gauge) ...Warning/Indicator Lights ...Key ...Ignition Switch/Steering Lock ...Left Handlebar Switches ...Dimmer Switch ...Turn Signal Switch...Horn Button ...Passing Button ...Hazard Switch ...8 12 13 16 19 19 20 Right Handlebar Switches...Engine Stop Switch ...Starter Button ...Brake/Clutch Lever Adjusters...Fuel Tank Cap ...Fuel Tank ...Fuel Requirement ...Stand...Seat...Helmet Hooks...Tool Kit/U-Shaped Lock Compartment ...Rear View Mirror ...Windshield...BREAK-IN ...HOW TO...
... ...GENERAL INFORMATION ...Meter Instruments ...Tachometer ...LCD (Speedometer, Clock, Odometer, Trip Meter A/B, Fuel Gauge) ...Warning/Indicator Lights ...Key ...Ignition Switch/Steering Lock ...Left Handlebar Switches ...Dimmer Switch ...Turn Signal Switch...Horn Button ...Passing Button ...Hazard Switch ...8 12 13 16 19 19 20 Right Handlebar Switches...Engine Stop Switch ...Starter Button ...Brake/Clutch Lever Adjusters...Fuel Tank Cap ...Fuel Tank ...Fuel Requirement ...Stand...Seat...Helmet Hooks...Tool Kit/U-Shaped Lock Compartment ...Rear View Mirror ...Windshield...BREAK-IN ...HOW TO...
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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 ...Air Cleaner ...Throttle Control System ...Engine Vacuum Synchronization ... 62 63 64 65 67 69 69 72 75 77 82 93 99 106 107 108 109 110 111 114 Idle Speed ...Clutch ...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...YOUR WARRANTY...
... Maintenance Chart...Engine Oil ...Cooling System ...Spark Plugs...Evaporative Emission Control System (California model only) ...Valve Clearance ...Kawasaki Clean Air System ...Air Cleaner ...Throttle Control System ...Engine Vacuum Synchronization ... 62 63 64 65 67 69 69 72 75 77 82 93 99 106 107 108 109 110 111 114 Idle Speed ...Clutch ...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...YOUR WARRANTY...
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8 SPECIFICATIONS 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 4-stroke, DOHC, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled 649 cm3 (39.6 cu in.) 83.0 × 60.0 mm (3.3 × 2.4 in.) 10.6:1 Electric starter 2 125 mm (83.7 in.) 840 mm (33.1 in.) 1 330 mm (52.4 in.) 1 415 mm (55.7 in.) 180 mm (7.1 in.) 206 kg (454 lb) 2.7 m (8.9 ft)
8 SPECIFICATIONS 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 4-stroke, DOHC, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled 649 cm3 (39.6 cu in.) 83.0 × 60.0 mm (3.3 × 2.4 in.) 10.6:1 Electric starter 2 125 mm (83.7 in.) 840 mm (33.1 in.) 1 330 mm (52.4 in.) 1 415 mm (55.7 in.) 180 mm (7.1 in.) 206 kg (454 lb) 2.7 m (8.9 ft)
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Spring Preload Adjuster (Rear Shock Absorber) 7. Rear Brake Pedal 13. Brake Fluid Reservoir (Rear) 5. Fuel Tank Cap 9. Muffler 11. Idle Adjusting Screw Fuel Tank 8. Oil Level Inspection Window 14. Rear Shock Absorber 6. Rear Brake Light Switch 12. Tail/Brake Light 3. LOCATION OF PARTS 15 1. License Plate Light 2. Rebound Damping Force Adjuster (Rear Shock Absorber) 4. Coolant Reserve Tank 10.
Spring Preload Adjuster (Rear Shock Absorber) 7. Rear Brake Pedal 13. Brake Fluid Reservoir (Rear) 5. Fuel Tank Cap 9. Muffler 11. Idle Adjusting Screw Fuel Tank 8. Oil Level Inspection Window 14. Rear Shock Absorber 6. Rear Brake Light Switch 12. Tail/Brake Light 3. LOCATION OF PARTS 15 1. License Plate Light 2. Rebound Damping Force Adjuster (Rear Shock Absorber) 4. Coolant Reserve Tank 10.
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... accessories on these surfaces while the motorcycle is in an unsafe riding condition. 9. This motorcycle was not intended to be equipped with a sidecar or to tow any trailers or other vehicles. Make sure that Kawasaki cannot assume responsibility for motorcycles and cannot predict the effects of the steering assembly and can result in an unsafe riding condition. 8. Maximum Load Weight...
... accessories on these surfaces while the motorcycle is in an unsafe riding condition. 9. This motorcycle was not intended to be equipped with a sidecar or to tow any trailers or other vehicles. Make sure that Kawasaki cannot assume responsibility for motorcycles and cannot predict the effects of the steering assembly and can result in an unsafe riding condition. 8. Maximum Load Weight...
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... continuously. żThe clock works normally from the back-up power while the ignition switch is turned off. żWhen the battery is disconnected, the clock resets to 1:00 and starts working . The hour • Push display stops blinking and the minute display starts blinking. The displays stop blinking and the clock starts working again when the battery is connected. NOTE the...
... continuously. żThe clock works normally from the back-up power while the ignition switch is turned off. żWhen the battery is disconnected, the clock resets to 1:00 and starts working . The hour • Push display stops blinking and the minute display starts blinking. The displays stop blinking and the clock starts working again when the battery is connected. NOTE the...
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26 GENERAL INFORMATION NOTE żThe data is maintained by the back -up power if the ignition key is turned off. żWhen the trip meter reaches 999.9 (TRIP A) or 9999.9 (TRIP B) while running, the meters reset to 0.0 and continues counting. żWhen the battery is disconnected, the meter display resets to 0.0.
26 GENERAL INFORMATION NOTE żThe data is maintained by the back -up power if the ignition key is turned off. żWhen the trip meter reaches 999.9 (TRIP A) or 9999.9 (TRIP B) while running, the meters reset to 0.0 and continues counting. żWhen the battery is disconnected, the meter display resets to 0.0.
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... the ignition key is a four-position, key-operated switch. LOCK Position E. GENERAL INFORMATION 31 Ignition Switch/Steering Lock This is in the OFF, LOCK, or P (Park) position. Steering locked. P (Park) Position żThe city, tail and license plate lights are on and turn signals can be used . OFF ON LOCK Engine off . P (Park) NOTE A. Engine off . Ignition Switch/Steering Lock B. To avoid battery discharge, always start the engine immediately after starting the engine. ON Position C. OFF Position D. One headlight goes on . All electrical...
... the ignition key is a four-position, key-operated switch. LOCK Position E. GENERAL INFORMATION 31 Ignition Switch/Steering Lock This is in the OFF, LOCK, or P (Park) position. Steering locked. P (Park) Position żThe city, tail and license plate lights are on and turn signals can be used . OFF ON LOCK Engine off . P (Park) NOTE A. Engine off . Ignition Switch/Steering Lock B. To avoid battery discharge, always start the engine immediately after starting the engine. ON Position C. OFF Position D. One headlight goes on . All electrical...
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GENERAL INFORMATION 37 Fuel Tank Cap To open the fuel tank cap, pull up the key hole cover. Insert the ignition key into place with the key inserted. NOTE żThe fuel tank cap cannot be locked. Ignition Key C. The key can be removed unless the cap is locked properly. żDo not push on the key to the original position. Fuel Tank Cap without the key inserted, and the key cannot be removed by turning it to...
GENERAL INFORMATION 37 Fuel Tank Cap To open the fuel tank cap, pull up the key hole cover. Insert the ignition key into place with the key inserted. NOTE żThe fuel tank cap cannot be locked. Ignition Key C. The key can be removed unless the cap is locked properly. żDo not push on the key to the original position. Fuel Tank Cap without the key inserted, and the key cannot be removed by turning it to...
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... 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. When the motorcycle is equipped with a standing still. HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE 61 Vehicle speed when shifting Shifting up 1st ĺ 2nd 2nd ĺ 3rd 3rd ĺ 4th 4th ĺ 5th...
... 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. When the motorcycle is equipped with a standing still. HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE 61 Vehicle speed when shifting Shifting up 1st ĺ 2nd 2nd ĺ 3rd 3rd ĺ 4th 4th ĺ 5th...
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... the air valve cap. No binding of control cables. All lights (Headlight, City Light, Tail/Brake Lights, Turn Signal Lights, License Plate Light, Warning/Indicator Lights) and horn work. Throttle grip play 2 ∼ 3 mm (0.08 ∼ 0.12 in .). Check that steering and suspension components, axles, and all controls are properly tightened or fastened. No coolant leakage. Clutch lever play 2 ∼ 3 mm (0.08 ∼ 0.12 in .). Brake pad wear: Lining thickness more than 1 mm (0.04 in .) Lubricate the drive chain...
... the air valve cap. No binding of control cables. All lights (Headlight, City Light, Tail/Brake Lights, Turn Signal Lights, License Plate Light, Warning/Indicator Lights) and horn work. Throttle grip play 2 ∼ 3 mm (0.08 ∼ 0.12 in .). Check that steering and suspension components, axles, and all controls are properly tightened or fastened. No coolant leakage. Clutch lever play 2 ∼ 3 mm (0.08 ∼ 0.12 in .). Brake pad wear: Lining thickness more than 1 mm (0.04 in .) Lubricate the drive chain...
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... during high speed operation. Tires: High speed operation is at the upper level line. Examine their overall condition, inflate them to see that the headlight, tail/brake light, turn signal lights, license plate light, horn, etc., all safety related parts are correctly adjusted and functioning properly. Miscellaneous: Make sure that all work properly. Check to the proper pressure, and check the wheel balance. Coolant: To avoid overheating, check that...
... during high speed operation. Tires: High speed operation is at the upper level line. Examine their overall condition, inflate them to see that the headlight, tail/brake light, turn signal lights, license plate light, horn, etc., all safety related parts are correctly adjusted and functioning properly. Miscellaneous: Make sure that all work properly. Check to the proper pressure, and check the wheel balance. Coolant: To avoid overheating, check that...
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88 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Frequency Whichever comes first *Odometer Reading km × 1 000 (mile × 1 000) 1 6 12 18 24 30 36 (0.6) (3.75) (7.5) (11.25) (15) (18.75) (22.5) Operation (Chassis Items) Brake operation (effectiveness, play, drag) inspect Brake light switch operation - inspect Suspensions: Front forks/rear shock absorber operation (damping and smooth stroke) inspect See Page Every year • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 130 131 133, 136
88 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Frequency Whichever comes first *Odometer Reading km × 1 000 (mile × 1 000) 1 6 12 18 24 30 36 (0.6) (3.75) (7.5) (11.25) (15) (18.75) (22.5) Operation (Chassis Items) Brake operation (effectiveness, play, drag) inspect Brake light switch operation - inspect Suspensions: Front forks/rear shock absorber operation (damping and smooth stroke) inspect See Page Every year • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 130 131 133, 136
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... 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 the engine, transmission, and clutch to the periodic maintenance chart in the Owner's Manual. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 93 Engine Oil In order for several minutes until the oil settles. • NOTICE Racing the engine before each ride and change the oil and replace the oil filter in accordance with oil...
... 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 the engine, transmission, and clutch to the periodic maintenance chart in the Owner's Manual. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 93 Engine Oil In order for several minutes until the oil settles. • NOTICE Racing the engine before each ride and change the oil and replace the oil filter in accordance with oil...
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... C. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 117 Adjustment WARNING Excess clutch cable play . When adjusting the clutch cable, be done, loosen the locknut and turn the ad• Loosen juster at the lower end of the outer cable is fully seated in its fitting so that the • • clutch lever will have the proper play could prevent clutch disengagement and cause a crash...
... C. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 117 Adjustment WARNING Excess clutch cable play . When adjusting the clutch cable, be done, loosen the locknut and turn the ad• Loosen juster at the lower end of the outer cable is fully seated in its fitting so that the • • clutch lever will have the proper play could prevent clutch disengagement and cause a crash...
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... Teeth B. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 125 WARNING For safety, use only the standard chain. See Service Manual for unevenly or excessively worn teeth, and damaged teeth. Also inspect the sprockets for wear limits. • loose pins and links. Worn Teeth C. It is exaggerated for installation; A. have the • If drive chain and/or the sprockets replaced by an authorized Kawasaki dealer...
... Teeth B. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 125 WARNING For safety, use only the standard chain. See Service Manual for unevenly or excessively worn teeth, and damaged teeth. Also inspect the sprockets for wear limits. • loose pins and links. Worn Teeth C. It is exaggerated for installation; A. have the • If drive chain and/or the sprockets replaced by an authorized Kawasaki dealer...
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...; • • A. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 131 Brake Light Switches When either the front or rear brake is applied. Brake Pedal Travel 10 mm (0.39 in .) it does not, ask an authorized Kawasaki dealer to "ON". If it does not, adjust the rear brake • If light switch. Brake Pedal B. 10 mm (0.39 in .) Inspection Turn the ignition key to inspect the front brake light switch. The brake light should go on .
...; • • A. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 131 Brake Light Switches When either the front or rear brake is applied. Brake Pedal Travel 10 mm (0.39 in .) it does not, ask an authorized Kawasaki dealer to "ON". If it does not, adjust the rear brake • If light switch. Brake Pedal B. 10 mm (0.39 in .) Inspection Turn the ignition key to inspect the front brake light switch. The brake light should go on .
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B. D. A. Rear Brake Light Switch Adjusting Nut Lights sooner Lights later • Connect the connector. Connector A. C. 132 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Adjustment Disconnect the connector. • adjust the rear brake light switch, • To move the switch up or down by turning the switch body.
B. D. A. Rear Brake Light Switch Adjusting Nut Lights sooner Lights later • Connect the connector. Connector A. C. 132 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Adjustment Disconnect the connector. • adjust the rear brake light switch, • To move the switch up or down by turning the switch body.
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... material in and around the vehicle chassis, engine, and exhaust can cause mechanical problems and increase the risk of fire. Allow the engine to seals, • Avoid brake pads, and tires. Use care when washing the windshield, headlight lens, and other abrasive pads or brushes. If debris or flammable materials have collected, park the vehicle outside and stop the engine. Avoid wire brushes, steel wool, and...
... material in and around the vehicle chassis, engine, and exhaust can cause mechanical problems and increase the risk of fire. Allow the engine to seals, • Avoid brake pads, and tires. Use care when washing the windshield, headlight lens, and other abrasive pads or brushes. If debris or flammable materials have collected, park the vehicle outside and stop the engine. Avoid wire brushes, steel wool, and...
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 169 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Engine Does Not Start Starter Motor Won't Turn Engine stop switch off Transmission not in neutral Fuse blown Battery cables do not make good electrical contact with battery terminals Battery discharged spark plug gap • Incorrect valve clearance • Incorrect first turning the ignition key to • No "OFF" when the motorcycle falls down • Fuel flooded • Engine plugs not in good contact • Spark • Spark plugs fouled or wet • • While Riding...
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 169 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Engine Does Not Start Starter Motor Won't Turn Engine stop switch off Transmission not in neutral Fuse blown Battery cables do not make good electrical contact with battery terminals Battery discharged spark plug gap • Incorrect valve clearance • Incorrect first turning the ignition key to • No "OFF" when the motorcycle falls down • Fuel flooded • Engine plugs not in good contact • Spark • Spark plugs fouled or wet • • While Riding...