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Owners Manual - Page 6
...provide instruction in the Service Manual. To ensure a long, trouble-free life for safe motorcycle operation. Keep this Owner's Manual aboard your motorcycle at all operators of this manual. Kawasaki strongly recommends that all times so that you need information. Your new motorcycle is available for superior reliability, safety and performance. This manual offers many safe riding...
Owners Manual - Page 8
... Button: ...8 11 12 15 18 18 19 19 23 23 25 27 29 30 30 30 31 31 31 31 Brake Lever Adjusters...Fuel Tank Cap ...Fuel Tank ...Stand...Side Covers...Tool Kit Compartment...Seat...Windshield...Special Warning on the Use of Saddlebags...Saddlebags ...Electric Accessory Connectors ...BREAK-IN ...HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE .
Owners Manual - Page 11
SPECIFICATIONS 9
Spark Plugs Lubrication System Engine Oil
Type:
Rear: 15° BTDC @900 r/min (rpm) a 43° BTDC @4 250 r/min (rpm) NGK IZFR6F-... × 72/32) 3.003 (Top gear) 2.550 (51/20) 1.630 (44/27) 1.219 (39/32)
Capacity: Coolant Capacity TRANSMISSION Transmission Type Clutch Type Driving System Primary Reduction Ratio Final Reduction Ratio Overall Drive Ratio 1st Gear Ratio 2nd 3rd
Owners Manual - Page 25
...right, the turn signal switch is high enough. F (Fuel Full) C.
NOTE GENERAL INFORMATION 23
Indicator Lights: N: When the transmission is in neutral, the neutral indicator light is lit.... held horizontal, the fuel gauge may not show the most right segment on the gauge. Fuel Gauge B. E (Fuel Empty)
żIf refueling the fuel into the fuel tank
with the engine not running, and go...
Owners Manual - Page 26
... ensured that its circuit functions properly. When vehicle stands with Side Stand, Fuel Level Indicator Light cannot show the amount of fuel can be used. If the warning light stays on, have the FI system checked by a competent mechanic following the instructions in the Service Manual. : The fuel level indicator light goes on whenever the ignition...
Owners Manual - Page 32
Starter Button
Starter Button: The starter button operates the electric starter when the transmission is for starting instructions.
żAlthough
NOTE
the engine stop switch stops the engine, it does not turn off all the electrical circuits. If some emergency requires stopping the engine, move the position. Ordinarily, the ignition switch should be in neutral...
Owners Manual - Page 38
... meeting standard industry specifications may not be covered under your warranty. The types and volume of commercial use . Gasoline containing up to severe engine damage. Environmental Protection Agency include a broad range of alcohols and ethers, but only two components have seen any significant level of fuel oxygenates approved for use . Operating problems that result from...
Owners Manual - Page 41
This switch is designed so that the engine does not start if the transmission is in gear and the side stand is equipped with a side stand switch. Pull the right ... 39
żThe
NOTE
Side Covers
The left and right side covers are removed taking out the tool kit, and inspecting the fuses. Right Side Cover Removal Insert the ignition key into the lock, and turn the ignition key clockwise...
Owners Manual - Page 53
...engine will not run.
WARNING
Take care not to pinch any wire between the seat and the frame or between other parts to protect the entire electrical system. Do not connect more than 120W of 10A or less in the electrical accessory... circuit. GENERAL INFORMATION 51
NOTICE
Always install a fuse of total load to the vehicle's electrical system or the battery ...
Owners Manual - Page 55
... the initial maintenance service performed by a competent mechanic following the procedures in period of control and injury. NOTE
•
WARNING
New tires are slippery and may cause loss of 160 km (100 mi) is in , avoid sudden and maximum braking and acceleration, and hard cornering.
Do not race the engine while the transmission is necessary...
Owners Manual - Page 56
Ignition Switch B. A. Engine Stop Switch B. ON Position C. Starter Button
A.
54 HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE
HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE
Starting the Engine
in the position.
• Check that the engine stop switch is
the ignition key to ON. • Turn sure the transmission is in neu• Make tral. Neutral Indicator Light
Owners Manual - Page 57
... seconds between each operation of the starter to "ON" before starting the engine.
However, the engine can be started if the clutch lever is pulled and the side stand is...This switch is designed so that the engine does not start if the transmission is in gear and the side stand is equipped with a vehicle-down sensor, which causes the engine to stop automatically when the motorcycle falls...
Owners Manual - Page 61
Shift Pedal Check that the engine does not start to ON. Shift into 1st gear. A. Open the throttle a little, and start if the transmission is up.
This switch is designed so that the side stand is in the ... switch. As the clutch starts to engage, open the throttle a little more, giving the engine just enough fuel to keep it from stalling.
żThe
NOTE
motorcycle is down.
Owners Manual - Page 62
...shift down to overrev and damage it. Downshift at the vehicle speeds shown in the table in the clutch lever. The transmission will shift only into the next higher or lower gear...żThe transmission is equipped with a
NOTE
WARNING
Downshifting at such a high speed that engine rpm jumps excessively. When shifting down when the motorcycle is standing still, the transmission cannot be ...
Owners Manual - Page 65
... stand. • Lock the steering.
żThe
A. HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE 63
Stopping the Engine
the throttle completely. • Close Shift the into neutral. • Turn the transmission ignition key to "OFF". • Support the motorcycle a firm, • level surface with a vehicle-down sensor, which causes the engine to "ON" before starting the...
Owners Manual - Page 67
Do not idle or park your vehicle in property damage or severe personal injury. this includes any source of flame or sparks;
...structure, be sure it is well ventilated and the motorcycle is running and just after the engine stops. HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE 65
Parking
the transmission into neutral • Shift and turn the ignition key to any appliance with muffler or exhaust...
Owners Manual - Page 81
... compliance with the applicable standards. MAINTENANCE AND WARRANTY
Proper maintenance is carried out according to the fuel tank. As the owner of this vehicle consists of low permeation fuel hoses and a fuel tank. 3. Those items identified by a vapor separator and returned to the instructions in a canister when the engine is not required. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 79...
Owners Manual - Page 93
... oil itself loses its lubricative quality if used too long. Because of the engine oil level, follow the Oil Level Inspection procedures closely. WARNING
Motorcycle operation with the Periodic Maintenance Chart. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 91
Engine Oil
In order for the engine, transmission, and clutch to the periodic maintenance chart in the owner's manual.
•
Owners Manual - Page 101
... Chart. Do not obstruct or deflect airflow through the radiator by installing unauthorized accessories in front of corrosion and rust inhibitor chemicals in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance... absorbs excessive heat from a car wash facility, could damage the radiator fins and impair the radiator's effectiveness. If the coolant level becomes low, the engine overheats and may suffer severe...
Owners Manual - Page 126
... gauge. The maximum recommended load in addition to maintain proper inflation pressures or observe payload limits for your tires may adversely affect handling and performance of your motorcycle and can result in loss of control. Tire Pressure Gauge 124 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
Tires Payload and Tire Pressure Failure to vehicle weight is • Make securely installed.
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