Er6n Owner Manual

GENERAL INFORMATION j
Quick Reference Guide

HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE j
This Quick Reference Guide will SAFE OPERATION j
assist you in finding the information
you’re looking for. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT j
STORAGE j
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE j
A Table of Contents is included after

the Foreword.
Whenever you see the symbols CAUTION
shown below, heed their instructions!
CAUTION indicates a hazardous
Always follow safe operating and main-
situation which, if not avoided,
tenance practices.
could result in minor or moder-
DANGER ate injury.
DANGER indicates a hazardous

situation which, if not avoided, NOTICE
will result in death or serious in- NOTICE is used to address prac-
jury. tices not related to personal in-
jury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a hazardous NOTE
situation which, if not avoided, This note symbol indicates points of
could result in death or serious particular interest for more efficient
injury. and convenient operation.
FOREWORD
Congratulations on your purchase of a new Kawasaki motorcycle. Your new mo-
torcycle is the product of Kawasaki’s advanced engineering, exhaustive testing,
and continuous striving for superior reliability, safety and performance.
Please read this Owner’s Manual carefully before riding so that you will be
thoroughly familiar with the proper operation of your motorcycle’s controls, its fea-
tures, capabilities, and limitations. This manual offers many safe riding tips, but its
purpose is not to provide instruction in all the techniques and skills required to ride
a motorcycle safely. Kawasaki strongly recommends that all operators of this vehi-
cle enroll in a motorcycle rider training program to attain awareness of the mental
and physical requirements necessary for safe motorcycle operation.
To ensure a long, trouble-free life for your motorcycle, give it the proper care and
maintenance described in this manual. For those who would like more detailed in-
formation on their Kawasaki Motorcycle, a Service Manual is available for purchase
from any authorized Kawasaki motorcycle dealer. The Service Manual contains de-
tailed disassembly and maintenance information. Those who plan to do their own
work should, of course, be competent mechanics and possess the special tools
described in the Service Manual.
Keep this Owner’s Manual aboard your motorcycle at all times so that you can
refer to it whenever you need information.
This manual should be considered a permanent part of the motorcycle and should
remain with the motorcycle when it is sold.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without our
prior written permission.
This publication includes the latest information available at the time of printing.
However, there may be minor differences between the actual product and illustra-
tions and text in this manual.
All products are subject to change without prior notice or obligation.
KAWASAKI HEAVY INDUSTRIES, LTD.

Consumer Products & Machinery Company
© 2009 Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. May 2009. (1). (CR, Ke)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SPECIFICATIONS............................... 8 Brake/Clutch Lever Adjusters........... 35

SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS......... 12 Fuel Tank Cap .................................. 36
LOCATION OF PARTS ....................... 13 Fuel Tank ......................................... 37
LOADING AND ACCESSORIES Fuel Requirement: ........................ 38
INFORMATION ................................ 16 Stand................................................ 42
GENERAL INFORMATION................. 19 Seat.................................................. 43
Meter Instruments ............................ 19 Helmet Holding Cable ...................... 45
Speedometer: ............................... 20 Tool Kit/U-Shaped Lock
Digital Meter: ................................ 20 Compartment ................................ 46
Warning/Indicator Light:................ 28 Rear View Mirror .............................. 47
Key ................................................... 29 Tying Hooks ..................................... 48
Ignition Switch/Steering Lock ........... 30 BREAK-IN ........................................... 49
Right Handlebar Switches................ 32 HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE . 51
Engine Stop Switch: ..................... 32 Starting the Engine .......................... 51
Starter Button: .............................. 33 Jump Starting ................................... 53
Left Handlebar Switches .................. 33 Moving Off........................................ 56
Dimmer Switch: ............................ 33 Shifting Gears .................................. 57
Turn Signal Switch:....................... 34 Braking ............................................. 59
Horn Button: ................................. 34 Stopping the Engine......................... 60
Hazard Switch: ............................. 34
Stopping the Motorcycle in an Idle Speed ........................................ 110
Emergency ................................... 61 Clutch ............................................... 112
Parking ............................................. 62 Drive Chain ...................................... 114
Catalytic Converter........................... 64 Brakes .............................................. 123
SAFE OPERATION............................. 66 Brake Light Switches........................ 127
Safe Riding Technique ..................... 66 Front Fork......................................... 129
Daily Safety Checks ......................... 69 Rear Shock Absorbers ..................... 130
Additional Considerations for High Wheels ............................................. 132
Speed Operation .......................... 72 Battery.............................................. 138
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 74 Headlight Beam................................ 143
Periodic Maintenance Chart............. 79 Fuses ............................................... 145
Engine Oil ........................................ 90 General Lubrication.......................... 147
Cooling System ................................ 96 Cleaning Your Motorcycle ................ 148
Spark Plugs...................................... 102 Bolt and Nut Tightening.................... 153
Evaporative Emission Control STORAGE........................................... 155
System (California model only)..... 103 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE............ 157
Kawasaki Clean Air System ............. 104 OWNER SATISFACTION.................... 158
Valve Clearance ............................... 105 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ...... 160
Air Cleaner ....................................... 106 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION..... 161
Throttle Control System ................... 107 LOCATION OF LABELS..................... 162
Engine Vacuum Synchronization ..... 110 MAINTENANCE RECORD ................. 173
8 SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
DIMENSIONS
Overall Length 2 100 mm (82.68 in.)
Overall Width 760 mm (29.92 in.)
Overall Height 1 100 mm (43.31 in.)
Wheelbase 1 405 mm (55.31 in.)
Road Clearance 140 mm (5.51 in.)
Curb Mass 200 kg (441 lb)
ENGINE
Type DOHC, 4-valve, 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled
Displacement 649 cm3 (39.6 cu in.)
Bore × Stroke 83 × 60 mm (3.27 × 2.36 in.)
Compression Ratio 11.3 : 1
Starting System Electric starter
Cylinder Numbering Method Left to right, 1-2
Firing Order 1-2
SPECIFICATIONS 9
Carburetion System FI (Fuel Injection)

Ignition System Battery and coil (transistorized ignition)
Ignition Timing 10° BTDC @1 300 r/min (rpm) a
(Electronically advanced) 34° BTDC @5 000 r/min (rpm)
Spark Plugs NGK CR9EIA-9
Lubrication System Forced lubrication (semi-dry sump)
Engine Oil Type : API SG, SH, SJ, SL or SM with JASO MA, MA1
or MA2
SAE 10W-40
Capacity: 2.4 L (2.5 US qt)
Coolant Capacity 1.2 L (1.3 US qt)
TRANSMISSION
Transmission Type 6-speed, return shift
Clutch Type Wet, multi disc
Driving System Chain drive
Primary Reduction Ratio 2.095 (88/42)
Final Reduction Ratio 3.067 (46/15)
10 SPECIFICATIONS
Overall Drive Ratio 5.473 (Top gear)

Gear Ratio 1st 2.438 (39/16)
2nd 1.714 (36/21)
3rd 1.333 (32/24)
4th 1.111 (30/27)
5th 0.966 (28/29)
6th 0.852 (23/27)
FRAME
Castor 24.5°
Trail 102 mm (4.0 in.)
Tire Size: Front 120/70 ZR 17 M/C (58 W)

Rear 160/60 ZR 17 M/C (69 W)
Rim Size: Front J17M/C × MT3.50
Rear J17M/C × MT4.50
Fuel Tank Capacity 15.5 L (4.1 US gal)
SPECIFICATIONS 11
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
Battery 12 V 10 Ah
Headlight 12 V 55 W/55 W (Hi/Lo)
Tail/Brake Light LED
Even if one of LED (Light Emitting Diode) tail/brake lights does not go on, consult
with an authorized Kawasaki dealer.
Specifications subject to change without notice.
12 SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS
The engine and frame serial numbers are used to register the motorcycle. They
are the only means of identifying your particular machine from others of the same
model type. These serial numbers may be needed by your dealer when ordering
parts. In the event of theft, the investigating authorities will require both numbers
as well as the model type and any peculiar features of your machine that can help
them identify it.
Frame No. Engine No.
A. Frame Number A. Engine Number

LOCATION OF PARTS 13
LOCATION OF PARTS
1. Clutch Lever 5. Right Handlebar Switches

2. Left Handlebar Switches 6. Front Brake Lever
3. Meter Instruments 7. Throttle Grip
4. Brake Fluid Reservoir (Front) 8. Ignition Switch/Steering Lock
14 LOCATION OF PARTS
9. Headlight 15. Seat 20. Front Fork

10. Turn Signal Light 16. Tool Kit/Storage 21. Brake Disc
11. Spark Plugs Compartments 22. Brake Caliper
12. Air Cleaner 17. Helmet Holding Cable 23. Side Stand
13. Main Fuse 18. Tying Hooks 24. Shift Pedal
14. Battery 19. Seat Lock 25. Drive Chain
LOCATION OF PARTS 15
26. License Plate Light 31. Fuel Tank 37. Oil Level Gauge
27. Tail/Brake Light 32. Fuel Tank Cap 38. Idle Adjusting Screw
28. Brake Fluid Reservoir 33. Coolant Reserve Tank
(Rear) 34. Muffler
29. Rear Shock Absorber 35. Rear Brake Light
30. Spring Preload Switch
Adjuster 36. Rear Brake Pedal
16 LOADING AND ACCESSORIES INFORMATION
LOADING AND ACCESSORIES INFORMATION
WARNING warranty. In selecting and using acces-

sories, and in loading the motorcycle,
Incorrect loading, improper in-
you are personally responsible for your
stallation or use of accessories,
own safety and the safety of other per-
or modification of your motorcy-
sons involved.
cle may result in an unsafe rid-
ing condition. Before you ride NOTE
the motorcycle, make sure that Kawasaki Parts and Accessories
the motorcycle is not overloaded have been specially designed for
and that you have followed these use on Kawasaki motorcycles. We
instructions. strongly recommend that all parts
and accessories you add to your
With the exception of genuine
motorcycle be genuine Kawasaki
Kawasaki Parts and Accessories,
components.
Kawasaki has no control over the
design or application of accessories. Because a motorcycle is sensitive to
In some cases, improper installation changes in weight and aerodynamic
or use of accessories, or motorcycle forces, you must take extreme care in
modification, will void the motorcycle carrying cargo, passengers and/or in
LOADING AND ACCESSORIES INFORMATION 17
fitting additional accessories. The fol- 3. All baggage should be carried as

lowing general guidelines have been low as possible to reduce the effect
prepared to assist you in making your on the motorcycle center of gravity.
determinations. Baggage weight should also be dis-
tributed equally on both sides of the
1. Any passenger should be thor- motorcycle. Avoid carrying baggage
oughly familiar with motorcycle op- that extends beyond the rear of the
eration. The passenger can affect motorcycle.
control of the motorcycle by im- 4. Baggage should be securely at-
proper positioning during cornering tached. Make sure that the baggage
and sudden movements. It is impor- will not move around while you are
tant that the passenger sit still while riding. Recheck baggage security
the motorcycle is in motion and not as often as possible (not while the
interfere with the operation of the motorcycle is in motion) and adjust
motorcycle. Do not carry animals as necessary.
on your motorcycle. 5. Do not carry heavy or bulky items on
2. You should instruct any passenger a luggage rack. They are designed
before riding to keep his feet on the for light items, and overloading can
passenger footpegs and hold on to affect handling due to changes in
the operator or grab rail. Do not weight distribution and aerodynamic
carry a passenger unless he or she forces.
is tall enough to reach the footpegs
and footpegs are provided.
18 LOADING AND ACCESSORIES INFORMATION
6. Do not install accessories or carry designed or installed items can re-

baggage that impairs the perfor- sult in an unsafe riding condition.
mance of the motorcycle. Make 9. This motorcycle is not intended to
sure that you have not adversely be equipped with a sidecar or to be
affected any lighting components, used to tow any trailer or other ve-
road clearance, banking capability hicle. Kawasaki does not manu-
(i.e., lean angle), control operation, facture sidecars or trailers for mo-
wheel travel, front fork movement, torcycles and cannot predict the ef-
or any other aspect of the motorcy- fects of such accessories on han-
cle’s operation. dling or stability, but can only warn
7. Weight attached to the handlebar or that the effects can be adverse and
front fork will increase the mass of that Kawasaki cannot assume re-
the steering assembly and can responsibility for the results of such
sult in an unsafe riding condition. unintended use of the motorcycle.
8. Fairings, windshields, backrests, Furthermore, any adverse effects on
and other large items have the ca- motorcycle components caused by
pability of adversely affecting stabil- the use of such accessories will not
ity and handling of the motorcycle, be remedied under warranty.
not only because of their weight, but Maximum Load
also due to the aerodynamic forces
Weight of rider, passenger, baggage,
acting on these surfaces while the and accessories must not exceed 180 kg
motorcycle is in operation. Poorly (397 lb).
GENERAL INFORMATION 19
GENERAL INFORMATION
Meter Instruments
A. Left Turn Signal Indicator
Light
B. Neutral Indicator Light
C. MODE Button
D. Speedometer
E. RESET Button
F. Right Turn Signal Indicator
Light
G. Coolant Temperature
Warning Light
H. Digital Meter
I. High Beam Indicator Light
J. FI Indicator Light
K. Oil Pressure Warning Light
20 GENERAL INFORMATION
Speedometer: Digital Meter:

The speedometer shows the speed The digital meter displays the follow-
of the vehicle. ing functions: the tachometer gauge,
When the ignition key is turned to clock, odometer, trip meters A/B, fuel
“ON”, the speedometer momentarily gauge. Pushing the MODE button
goes from the minimum to the maxi- shifts the display in the digital me-
mum, then goes back from the maxi- ter through the following four modes:
mum to the minimum reading to check clock, odometer, trip meter A, trip me-
its operation. If the speedometer does ter B. When the ignition key is turned
not operate correctly, have it checked to “ON”, the display action to display all
by an authorized Kawasaki dealer. LCD segments is done for three sec-
onds, then, depending on the mode
selected, the clock or meters operate
normally.
Digital Meter
A. Clock
B. Odometer
C. Trip Meter A
D. Trip Meter B
E. Push MODE Button
A. Fuel Gauge
B. Tachometer Gauge
C. Red Zone
D. Clock, Trip Meter A/B, Odometer
NOTE
Do not shift the digital meter display
while riding for safe operation.
Tachometer Gauge – Clock -

The tachometer shows the engine To adjust the hours and minutes:
speed in revolutions per minute (r/min, • Turn the ignition key to “ON”.
rpm). On the right side of the tachome-
ter face is a portion called the “red
• Push the MODE button to display the
clock.
zone”. Engine r/min (rpm) in the
red zone is above maximum recom-
• Push the RESET button for more
than two seconds. Both the hour and
mended engine speed and is also minute displays start flashing.
above the range for good performance.
NOTICE
Engine r/min (rpm) should not
be allowed to enter the red zone;
operation in the red zone will
overstress the engine and may
cause serious engine damage.
• Push the RESET button. The hour
display only flashes. Push the
MODE button to advance the hours.
• Push the RESET button. The hour

display stops flashing and the minute
NOTE
display starts flashing. Push the

Pushing the MODE button momen-
tarily advances the hour or minute
MODE button to advance the min- step by step. Pushing and hold-
utes. ing the button advance the hour or
minute continuously.
The clock works normally from the
back-up power while the ignition
switch is turned off.
When the battery is disconnected,
the clock resets to 1:00 and starts
• Push the RESET button. Both the
hour and minute displays start flash-
working again when the battery is
connected.
ing again.
• Push the MODE button. The dis-
plays stop flashing and the clock
starts working.
Odometer - Trip Meter -

The odometer shows the total dis- The trip meters show the distance in
tance in kilometers or miles that the ve- kilometers (miles) traveled since they
hicle has been ridden. This meter can- were last reset to zero.
not be reset. TRIP A: 0.0 a 999.9
TRIP B: 0.0 a 9999.9
To reset the trip meter:
• Push the MODE button to display the
trip meter A or B.
• Push the RESET button and hold it
in.
NOTE • After two seconds, the figure display
turns to 0.0, and then starts counting
The data is maintained even if the when the vehicle is operated. The
battery is disconnected.
When the figures come to 999999, meter counts until it is reset.
they are stopped and locked.
When the battery is disconnected,

the meter display resets to 0.0.
Km/Mile Display -
Km/Mile Display can alternate be-
tween metric and English modes (km
and mile) in the digital meter. Make
sure that km or mile is correctly dis-
played according to local regulations
before riding.
NOTE
The data is maintained by the back
-up power if the ignition key is turned
off.
When the trip meter is without the A. Km/Mile Display
engine operation, it starts counting
as soon as the vehicle starts moving.
NOTE
When the trip meter reaches 999.9
(TRIP A) or 9999.9 (TRIP B) while Do not operate the vehicle with the
running, the meters reset to 0.0 and digital meter displaying in the wrong
continues counting. unit (km or mile). Shift the km/mile
display in the digital meter as follows.
• Display
meter.
the odometer in the digital Fuel Gauge –
The fuel in the fuel tank is shown
• The km/mile display shifts by pushing
the RESET button while the MODE
by the number of segments displayed.
When the fuel tank is full, all 6 seg-
button pushed in. ments are displayed.
• The km/mile display shifts as follows. If the fuel gauge is not correctly dis-
played, have the fuel gauge checked
by an authorized Kawasaki dealer.
A. Km Display
B. MileDisplay
C. Push RESET Button with MODE Button in
NOTE
The data is maintained even if the
battery is disconnected.
A. Fuel Gauge
As the fuel level in the tank goes

down, the segments disappear one by
one from F (full) to E (empty). When
only the last 1 segment (E) is displayed

in the fuel gauge, the fuel warning mes-
sage “FUEL” is displayed in the digi-
tal meter, and “FUEL” and segment (E)
flash.
This indicates that the remaining fuel
in the tank is 3.7 L (3.9 US qt). Refuel at
the earliest opportunity if the fuel warn-
ing message “FUEL” is displayed in the
digital meter.
When vehicle stands with Side A. “FUEL” Display
Stand, Fuel Gauge cannot show the B. Segment (E)
amount of fuel in the fuel tank exactly.
Stand upright the vehicle to check the
fuel level. NOTE
When pushing the MODE button
while “FUEL” is displayed, the dis-
play can be shifted to odometer, trip
meter A/B, or clock mode.
Warning/Indicator Light:
N: When the transmission is in neutral, FI: The fuel injection (FI) indicator light
the neutral indicator light goes on. goes on when the ignition key is turned
to “ON” and goes off soon after en-
: When the headlight is on high suring that its circuit functions prop-
beam, the high beam indicator light erly. The indicator light also goes on
goes on. whenever the troubles occur in digital
fuel injection system (DFI). If the indica-
: When the turn signal switch is tor light goes on, have the DFI system
pushed to the left or right, the cor- checked by an authorized Kawasaki
responding turn signal indicator light dealer.
flashes.
: The coolant temperature warning
: The oil pressure warning light light goes on whenever the coolant
goes on whenever the oil pressure is temperature rises to 115°C (239°F)
dangerously low or the ignition key is when the motorcycle is in operation.
in the ON position with the engine not This warns the operator that the coolant
running, and goes off when the engine temperature is too high. If the warn-
oil pressure is high enough. Refer to ing light goes on, stop the engine and
the Maintenance and Adjustment chap- check the coolant level in the reserve
ter for more detailed engine oil informa- tank after the engine cools down.
tion.
NOTICE Key
This motorcycle has a combination
Do not let the engine continue
key, which is used for the ignition
running when the warning light
switch/steering lock, seat lock, and fuel
flashes. Prolonged engine oper-
tank cap.
ation will result in severe dam-
Blank keys are available at your
age from overheating.
Kawasaki dealers. Ask your dealer to
make any additional spare keys you
may need, using your original key as
a master, or using the key code on the
tag with your keys.
Record the code from the tag with
your keys here. Participating Kawasaki
dealers can use the code to make a
new key in the event that your original
keys are lost.
Write your key number here.

Ignition Switch/Steering Lock

This is a four-position, key-operated
switch. The key can be removed from
the switch when it is in the OFF, LOCK,
or P (Park) position.
A. Ignition Switch/Steering Lock

B. ON position
C. OFF position
D. LOCK position
E. P (Park) position
Engine off. All electrical the engine immediately after turning

OFF
circuits off. the ignition key to “ON”.
Engine on. All electrical If you leave the P (Park) position on
ON for a long time (one hour), the battery
equipment can be used.
may become totally discharged.
Steering locked. Engine off.
LOCK
All electrical circuits off.
Steering locked. Engine off.
License plate, tail, and city
P (Park) lights on and turn signals can
be used. All other electrical
circuits cut off.
NOTE
The city, tail and license plate lights
are on whenever the ignition key is
in the ON position. One headlight
goes on when the starter button is
released after starting the engine. To
avoid battery discharge, always start
Right Handlebar Switches NOTE

Engine Stop Switch: Although the engine stop switch
In addition to the ignition switch, stops the engine, it does not turn off
the engine stop switch must be in all the electrical circuits. Ordinarily,
the position for the motorcycle to the ignition switch should be used to
operate. stop the engine.
The engine stop switch is for emer-
gency use. If some emergency re-
quires stopping the engine, move the
engine stop switch to the position.
A. Engine Stop Switch

B. Starter Button
Starter Button: Left Handlebar Switches

The starter button operates the elec- Dimmer Switch:
tric starter when the transmission is in High or low beam can be selected
neutral. with the dimmer switch. When the
Refer to the Starting the Engine sec- headlight is on high beam ( ), the
tion of the “How to Ride the Motorcycle” high beam indicator light is lit.
chapter for starting instructions. High beam.......( )
Low beam.......( )
NOTE Turn Signal Switch:

When the headlight is on high beam, When the turn signal switch is turned
both head lights go on. When the to the left ( ) or right ( ), the
headlight is on low beam, only one corresponding turn signal flashes on
headlight goes on. and off.
To stop flashing, push the switch in.
Horn Button:
When the horn button is pushed, the
horn sounds.
Hazard Switch:
If an emergency requires you to park
on the highway shoulder, turn on the
hazard lights to warn other drivers of
your location.
Push in the hazard switch with the
A. Dimmer Switch ignition switch in the ON or P (Park)
B. Turn Signal Switch position. All the turn signals and turn
C. Horn Button signal indicator lights will flash on and
D. Hazard off.
NOTICE Brake/Clutch Lever Adjusters

There is an adjuster on both the
If you leave the switch on for a
brake and clutch levers. Each adjuster
long time, the battery may be-
has 5 positions so that the released
come totally discharged. So be
lever position can be adjusted to suit
careful not to use the hazard
the operator’s hands. Push the lever
lights for more than 30 minutes.
forward and turn the adjuster to align
the number with the mark on the lever
holder.
The distance from the grip to the re- Fuel Tank Cap
leased lever is minimum at Number 5 To open the fuel tank cap, pull up the
and maximum at Number 1. key hole cover. Insert the ignition key
into the fuel tank cap and turn the key
to the right.
To close the cap, push it down into
place with the key inserted. The key
can be removed by turning it to the left
to the original position.
A. Adjuster
B. Mark
NOTE Fuel Tank

The fuel tank cap cannot be closed Avoid filling the tank in the rain or
without the key inserted, and the key where heavy dust is blowing so that the
cannot be removed unless the cap is fuel does not get contaminated.
locked properly.
Do not push on the key to close the
cap, or the cap cannot be locked.
A. Tank Cap
B. Fuel Tank
C. Top Level
D. Filler Neck
A. Key Hole Cover
B. Ignition Key
C. Fuel Tank Cap
WARNING NOTICE
Gasoline is extremely flammable California models only: Never
and can be explosive under cer- fill the tank so the fuel level rises
tain conditions. Turn the igni- into the filler neck. If the tank is
tion key to “OFF”. Do not smoke. overfilled, heat may cause the
Make sure the area is well ven- fuel to expand and flow into the
tilated and free from any source Evaporative Emission Control
of flame or sparks; this includes System resulting in hard start-
any appliance with a pilot light. ing and engine hesitation and
Never fill the tank so the fuel in compliance with the emission
level rises into the filler neck. If regulation.
the tank is overfilled, heat may
cause the fuel to expand and Fuel Requirement:
overflow through the vents in
Fuel Type
the tank cap.
Use clean, fresh unleaded gasoline
After refueling, make sure the
with a minimum Antiknock Index of 87.
fuel tank cap is closed securely.
The Antiknock Index is posted on ser-
If gasoline is spilled on the fuel
vice station pumps. The octane rating
tank, wipe it off immediately.
of a gasoline is a measure of its resis-
tance to detonation or “knocking.” The
Antiknock Index is an average of the
Research Octane Number (RON) and
the Motor Octane Number (MON) as NOTICE

shown in the table.
If engine “knocking” or “ping-
Minimum
ing” occurs, use a different
Octane Rating Method brand of gasoline of a higher
Rating octane rating. If this condition is
Antiknock (RON + MON) allowed to continue it can lead
87 to severe engine damage.
Index 2
Gasoline quality is important.
Fuels of low quality or not meet-
ing standard industry specifi-
cations may result in unsatis-
factory performance. Operating
problems that result from the
use of poor quality or nonrecom-
mended fuel may not be covered
under your warranty.
Fuels Containing Oxygenates

Gasoline frequently contains oxy-
genates (alcohols and ethers) espe-
cially in areas of the U.S. and Canada
which are required to sell such refor- NOTICE

mulated fuels as part of a strategy to
Avoid using blends of unleaded
reduce exhaust emissions.
gasoline and methanol (wood
The types and volume of fuel oxy-
alcohol) whenever possible, and
genates approved for use in unleaded
never use “gasohol” contain-
gasoline by the U.S. Environmental
ing more than 5% methanol.
Protection Agency include a broad
Fuel system damage and perfor-
range of alcohols and ethers, but only
mance problems may result.
two components have seen any signif-
icant level of commercial use.
Gasoline/Ether Blends - The most
Gasoline/Alcohol Blends - Gasoline
common ether is methyl tertiary butyl
containing up to 10% ethanol (alco-
ether (MTBE). You may use gasoline
hol produced from agricultural products
containing up to 15% MTBE.
such as corn), also known as “gasohol”
is approved for use. NOTE
Other oxygenates approved for use
in unleaded gasoline include TAME
(up to 16.7 %) and ETBE (up to
17.2 %). Fuel containing these oxy-
genates can also be used in your
Kawasaki.
NOTICE NOTICE
Never use gasoline with an oc- Never store this product with
tane rating lower than the mini- “gasohol” in the fuel system.
mum specified by Kawasaki. Before storage it is recom-
Never use “gasohol” with more mended that you drain all fuel
than 10% ethanol, or more than from the fuel system. See the
5% methanol. Gasoline con- Storage section in this manual.
taining methanol must also be
blended with solvents and cor-
rosion inhibitors.
Certain ingredients of gasoline
may cause paint fading or dam-
age. Be extra careful not to spill
gasoline or gasoline oxygenate
blends during refueling.
When not operating your
Kawasaki for 30 to 60 days, mix a
fuel stabilizer (such as STA-BIL)
with the gasoline in the fuel tank.
Fuel stabilizer additives inhibit
oxidation of the fuel which mini-
mizes gummy deposits.
Stand Whenever the side stand is used,

The motorcycle is equipped with a make it a practice to kick the stand fully
side stand. up before sitting on the motorcycle.
NOTE
The motorcycle is equipped with a
side stand switch. This switch is de-
signed so that the engine does not
start if the transmission is in gear and
the side stand is down.
A. Side Stand
NOTE
When using the side stand, turn the
handlebar to the left.
Seat • Pull the rear end of the seat up while

turning the key clockwise, and then
Seat Removal
remove the seat backward.
•Insert the ignition key into the seat
lock, located under the rear cowling.
A. Turn the Key

B. Seat
A. Seat Lock C. Pull upward
B. Ignition Key D. Pull backward
Seat Installation
Install seats in the reverse order of
removal.
• Place
slots.
the tabs into the matching • Push down the rear part of the seat
until the lock clicks.
• Pull up the rear end of the seat to
make sure it is securely locked.
A. Seat
B. Tab
C. Slots
D. Hook
E. Lock
• Insert the hook at the rear of the seat

into the lock on the frame.
Helmet Holding Cable WARNING

Helmets can be secured to the mo-
Riding with helmet attached to
torcycle by the helmet holding cables
the cable could cause an acci-
located under the seat.
dent by distracting the operator
or interfering with normal vehi-
cle operation. Do not ride the
motorcycle with helmet attached
to the cable.
A. Helmet Holding Cables

Tool Kit/U-Shaped Lock Install the U-shaped part and lock

Compartment separately and secure them with its
The tool kit is stored under the seat. strap.
The kit contains tools that are helpful in
making roadside repairs, adjustments,
and some maintenance procedures ex-
plained in this manual.
Also, under the seat, there is a lock
strap which can hold a U-Shaped lock
(not supplied).
A. Tool Kit
B. U-Shaped Lock (not supplied)
C. Lock Strap
NOTE
When storing a U-shaped lock, store
the U-shaped part and the lock sep-
arately.
Some U-shaped locks cannot be Rear View Mirror

stored by the size of them.
Rear View Mirror Adjustment
•Adjust the rear view mirror by slightly
moving only the mirror portion of the
assembly.
•If the rear visibility cannot be assured
by moving the mirror, adjust the stay
position by loosening the lock nut.
A. Rear View Mirror

B. Stay
C. Rubber Boot
D. Lock Nut
Tying Hooks
When tying up light loads to the seat,
use the tying hooks located on the left
and right sides of the rear fender.
A. Tying Hooks
BREAK-IN 49
BREAK-IN
The first 1 600 km (1 000 mi) that the motorcycle is ridden is designated as the
break-in period. If the motorcycle is not used carefully during this period, you may
very well end up with a “broken down” instead of a “broken in” motorcycle after a
few thousand kilometers.
The following rules should be observed during the break-in period.
• The table shows maximum recommended engine speed during the break-in pe-
riod.
Distance traveled Maximum engine speed
0 a 800 km (0 a 500 mi) 4 000 r/min (rpm)
800 a 1 600 km (500 a 1 000 mi) 6 000 r/min (rpm)
• Do not start moving or race the engine immediately after starting it, even if the
engine is already warm. Run the engine for two or three minutes at idle speed to
give the oil a chance to work up into all the engine parts.
• Do not race the engine while the transmission is in neutral.
50 BREAK-IN
WARNING
New tires are slippery and may cause loss of control and injury.
A break-in period of 160 km (100 miles) is necessary to establish normal
tire traction. During break-in, avoid sudden and maximum braking and
acceleration, and hard cornering.
In addition to the above, at 1 000 km (600 mi) it is extremely important that the
owner have the initial maintenance service performed by a competent mechanic
following the instructions in the Service Manual.
HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE 51
HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE
Starting the Engine

• Check that the engine stop switch is
in the position.
• Turn the ignition key to “ON”.
• Make
tral.
sure the transmission is in neu-
• After the meter operation check,

leaving the throttle completely
closed, push the starter button.
A. Engine Stop Switch

B. Starter Button
C. Neutral Indicator Light
D. Ignition Switch
E. ON position
52 HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE
NOTE NOTE
The motorcycle is equipped with a The motorcycle is equipped with a
vehicle-down sensor, which causes starter lockout switch. This switch is
the engine to stop automatically and designed so that the engine does not
the Fi indicator light to flash when the start if the transmission is in gear and
motorcycle falls down. After righting the side stand is down. However, the
the motorcycle, first turn the ignition engine can be started if the clutch
key to “OFF” and then back to “ON” lever is pulled and the side stand is
before starting the engine. fully up.
NOTICE
Do not operate the starter con-
tinuously for more than 5 sec-
onds, or the starter will overheat
and the battery power will drop
temporarily. Wait 15 seconds
between each operation of the
starter to let it cool and the bat-
tery power recover.
A. Clutch Lever
B. Starter Lockout Switch
NOTICE Jump Starting

If your motorcycle battery is “run
Do not let the engine idle longer
down,” it should be removed and
than five minutes, or engine
charged. If this is not practical, a 12
overheating and damage may
volt booster battery and jumper cables
occur.
may be used to start the engine.
DANGER • Connect a jumper cable from the

positive (+) terminal of the booster
Battery acid generates hydro-
battery to the positive (+) terminal of
gen gas which is flammable and
the motorcycle battery.
explosive under certain con-
ditions. It is present within a
battery at all times, even in a
discharged condition. Keep all
flames and sparks (cigarettes)
away from the battery. Wear eye
protection when working with a
battery. In the event of battery
acid contact with skin, eyes, or
clothing, wash the affected ar-
eas immediately with water for at
least five minutes. Seek medical
attention. A. Motorcycle Battery Positive (+) Terminal
B. From Booster Battery Positive (+) Terminal
C. Footpeg
Connecting Jumper Cables D. From Booster Battery Negative (–)
•Remove the seat. Terminal
•Make sure the ignition key is turned

to OFF.
• Connect another jumper cable from
the negative (–) terminal of the
booster battery to your motorcy-

cle footpeg or other unpainted metal
• Follow the standard engine starting
procedure.
surface. Do not use the negative (–)
terminal of the battery. NOTICE
Do not operate the starter con-
WARNING tinuously for more than 5 sec-
Batteries contain sulfuric acid onds or the starter will overheat
that can cause burns and pro- and the battery power will drop
duce hydrogen gas which is temporarily. Wait 15 seconds
highly explosive. Do not make between each operation of the
this last connection at the bat- starter to let it cool and the bat-
tery. Take care not to touch the tery power recover.
positive and negative cables to-
gether, and do not lean over the
battery when making this last
• After the engine has started, discon-
nect the jumper cables. Disconnect
connection. Do not connect to a the negative (–) cable from the mo-
frozen battery. It could explode. torcycle first.
Do not reverse polarity by con-
necting positive (+) to negative
• Reinstall the removed parts.
(–), or a battery explosion and

serious damage to the electrical
system may occur.
Moving Off NOTE

• Check that the side stand is up. The motorcycle is equipped with a
• Pull in the clutch lever. side stand switch. This switch is de-
• Shift into 1st gear. signed so that the engine does not
• Open the throttle a little, and start to
let out the clutch lever very slowly.
start if the transmission is in gear and
the side stand is down.
• As the clutch starts to engage, open
the throttle a little more, giving the en-
When the headlight is on high beam,
two headlight beams go on, and on
gine just enough fuel to keep it from low beam, one headlight goes on.
stalling.
A. Shift Pedal
Shifting Gears WARNING

• Close the throttle while pulling in the
clutch lever.
Downshifting to a lower gear at
high speed causes engine rpm
• Shift into the next higher or lower
gear.
to increase excessively, poten-
tially damaging the engine and
• Open the throttle half way, while re-
leasing the clutch lever.
it may also cause the rear wheel
to skid and cause an accident.
• For smooth riding, each gear position
should cover the proper rate of speed
Downshifting should be done
below 5 000 rpm for each gear.
shown in the table.
Vehicle speed when shifting

Shifting up km/h (mph) Shifting down km/h (mph)
1st 2nd 15 ( 9) 6th 5th 30 (19)
2nd 3rd 25 (15) 5th 4th 25 (15)
3rd 4th 35 (21) 4th 3rd 20 (12)
4th 5th 45 (27) 3rd 2nd 15 ( 9)
5th 6th 55 (34) 2nd 1st 15 ( 9)
NOTE
The transmission is equipped with a positive neutral finder. When the motorcycle
is standing still, the transmission cannot be shifted past neutral from 1st gear. To
use the positive neutral finder, shift down to 1st gear, then lift up on the shift pedal
while standing still. The transmission will shift only into neutral.
Braking • For emergency braking, disregard

• Close the throttle completely, leav-
ing the clutch engaged (except when
downshifting, and concentrate on
applying the brakes as hard as pos-
shifting gears) so that the engine will sible without skidding.
help slow down the motorcycle.
• Shift down one gear at a time so that
you are in 1st gear when you come
to a complete stop.
• When stopping, always apply both
brakes at the same time. Normally
the front brake should be applied a lit-
tle more than the rear. Shift down or
fully disengage the clutch as neces-
sary to keep the engine from stalling.
• Never lock the brakes, or it will cause
the tires to skid. When turning a cor- A. Front Brake Lever
ner, it is better not to brake at all. Re-
duce your speed before you get into
the corner.
Stopping the Engine

• Close the throttle completely.
• Turn the transmission
Shift the into neutral.
• Support ignition key to “OFF”.
• level surface
the motorcycle on a firm,
with the side stand.
• Lock the steering.
NOTE
The motorcycle is equipped with a
A. Rear Brake Pedal vehicle-down sensor, which causes
the engine to stop automatically
and the fuel injection indicator light
to flash when the motorcycle falls
down. After righting the motorcycle,
first turn the ignition key to “OFF” and
then back to “ON” before starting the
engine.
Stopping the Motorcycle in an 2. During removal of the air cleaner,

Emergency dirt is allowed to enter and jam the
Your Kawasaki Motorcycle has been fuel injection system.
designed and manufactured to pro- In an emergency situation such as
vide you optimum safety and conve- throttle failure, your vehicle may be
nience. However, in order to fully ben- stopped by applying the brakes and
efit from Kawasaki’s safety engineering disengaging the clutch. Once this
and craftsmanship, it is essential that stopping procedure is initiated, the en-
you, the owner and operator, properly gine stop switch may be used to stop
maintain your motorcycle and become the engine. If the engine stop switch is
thoroughly familiar with its operation. used, turn off the ignition switch after
Improper maintenance can create a stopping the motorcycle.
dangerous situation known as throt-
tle failure. Two of the most common
causes of throttle failure are:
1. An improperly serviced or clogged
air cleaner may allow dirt and dust
to enter the throttle body and stick
the throttle open.
Parking WARNING
• Shift the transmission into neutral
and turn the ignition key to “OFF”.
The muffler and exhaust pipe
are very hot while the engine is
• Support the motorcycle on a firm,
level surface with the side stand.
running and just after the engine
stops. This can ignite a fire, re-
sulting in property damage or
NOTICE severe personal injury.
Do not park on a soft or steeply Do not idle or park your vehi-
inclined surface, or the motorcycle in an area where flammable
cle may fall over. materials such as grasses or dry
leaves may contact with muffler
• Ifstructure,
parking inside a garage or other
be sure it is well ventilated
or exhaust pipe.
and the motorcycle is not close to

any source of flame or sparks; this
includes any appliance with a pilot
light.
WARNING • Lock the steering to prevent theft.

Gasoline is extremely flammable NOTE
and can be explosive under cer-
tain conditions, creating the po- When stopping near traffic at night,
tential for serious burns. Turn you can leave the taillight on for
the ignition switch “OFF”. Do greater visibility by turning the igni-
not smoke. Make sure the area tion key to the P (park) position.
is well ventilated and free from Do not leave the ignition switch at P
any source of flame or sparks; position too long, or the battery will
this includes any appliance with discharge.
a pilot light. Never fill the tank
completely to the top. If the tank
is filled completely to the top,
heat may cause the fuel to ex-
pand and overflow through the
vents in the tank cap. After re-
fueling, make sure the tank cap
is closed securely. If gasoline is
spilled on the fuel tank, wipe it
off immediately.
Catalytic Converter WARNING

This motorcycle is equipped with
The muffler and exhaust pipe
a catalytic converter in the exhaust
are very hot while the engine is
system. Platinum and rhodium in the
running and just after the engine
converter react with carbon monox-
stop. This can ignite a fire, re-
ide, hydrocarbons and nitrogen oxides
sulting in property damage or
to convert them into carbon dioxide,
severe personal injury.
water, nitrogen and oxygen resulting
Do not idle or park your vehi-
in much cleaner exhaust gases to be
cle in an area where flammable
discharged into the atmosphere.
materials such as grasses or dry
For proper operation of the catalytic
leaves may contact with muffler
converter, the following cautions must
or exhaust pipe.
be observed.
• Use only unleaded gasoline. Never

use leaded gasoline. Leaded gaso-
line significantly reduces the capabil-
ity of the catalytic converter.
• Do not operate the vehicle with the
engine or any one cylinder misfiring.
Under these conditions unburned
air/fuel mixture flowing out of engine
excessively accelerates reaction in
the converter allowing the converter
to overheat and become damaged
when the engine is hot, or reduces
converter performance when the en-
gine is cold.
66 SAFE OPERATION
SAFE OPERATION
Safe Riding Technique

The points given below are applicable for everyday motorcycle use and should
be carefully observed for safe and effective vehicle operation.
For safety, eye protection and a When riding always keep both
helmet are strongly recommended. hands on the handlebars and both
You should be aware of and verify feet on the footpegs. Removing
the applicable safety regulations in your hands from the handlebars or
force prior to riding your motorcy- feet from the footpegs while riding
cle. Gloves and suitable footwear can be hazardous. If you remove
should also be used for added pro- even one hand or foot, you can
tection. reduce your ability to control the
motorcycle.
A motorcycle does not provide
the impact protection of an auto- Before changing lanes, look over
mobile, so defensive riding in addi- your shoulder to make sure the way
tion to wearing protective apparel is clear. Do not rely solely on the
is extremely important. Do not let rear view mirror; you may misjudge
protective apparel give you a false a vehicle’s distance and speed, or
sense of security. you may not see it at all.
SAFE OPERATION 67
In general your actions should In wet conditions, rely more on the

be smooth as sudden acceleration, throttle to control vehicle speed and
braking or turning may cause loss less on the front and rear brakes.
of control, especially when riding in The throttle should also be used ju-
wet conditions or on loose roadway diciously to avoid skidding the rear
surfaces, when the ability to maneu- wheel from too rapid acceleration or
ver will be reduced. deceleration.
When going up steep slopes, shift Riding at the proper rate of speed
to a lower gear so that there is plenty and avoiding unnecessarily fast ac-
of power to spare rather than over- celeration are important not only for
loading the engine. safety and low fuel consumption but
also for long vehicle life and quieter
When applying the brakes, use operation.
both the front and rear brakes. Ap-
plying only one brake for sudden On rough roads, exercise caution,
braking may cause the motorcycle slow down, and grip the fuel tank
to skid and lose control. with the knees for better stability.
When going down long slopes, When quick acceleration is neces-

control vehicle speed by closing sary as in passing, shift to a lower
the throttle. Use the front and rear gear to obtain the necessary power.
brakes for auxiliary braking.
68 SAFE OPERATION
Do not downshift at too high an Avoiding unnecessary weaving is

r/min (rpm) to avoid damage from important to the safety of both the
overrevving to the engine. rider and other motorists.
SAFE OPERATION 69
Daily Safety Checks

Check the following items each day before you ride. The time required is minimal,
and habitual performance of these checks will help ensure you a safe, reliable ride.
If any irregularities are found during these checks, refer to the Maintenance and
Adjustment chapter or see your dealer for the action required to return the motor-
cycle to a safe operating condition.
WARNING
Failure to perform these checks before operation may result in serious
damage or an accident. Always perform daily safety checks before oper-
ation.
DANGER
Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless poisonous
gas.
Inhaling carbon monoxide can cause serious brain injury or death.
Do not run the engine in enclosed areas. Operate only in a well-ventilated
area.
Fuel ............................. Adequate supply in tank, no leaks.
Engine oil .................... Oil level between level lines.
70 SAFE OPERATION
Tires ............................ Air pressure (when cold):

Up to 180 kg (397 lb)
Front 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm², 32 psi)
Load
Up to 180 kg (397 lb)
Rear 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
Load
Install the air valve cap.
Drive chain .................. Slack 25 a 35 mm (1.0 a 1.4 in.)
Lubricate the dive chain if dry.
Nuts, bolts, fasteners .. Check that steering and suspension components, axles,
and all controls are properly tightened or fastened.
Steering ...................... Action smooth but not loose from lock to lock.
No binding of control cables.
Brakes ........................ Brake pad wear: Lining thickness more than 1 mm (0.04
in.) left.
No brake fluid leakage.
Throttle ....................... Throttle grip play 2 a 3 mm (0.08 a 0.12 in.).
Clutch ......................... Clutch lever play 2 a 3 mm (0.08 a 0.12 in.).
Clutch lever operates smoothly.
Coolant ....................... No coolant leakage.
Coolant level between level lines (when engine is cold).
Electrical equipment ... All lights (Headlight, Tail/Brake Lights, Turn Signal Lights,
Warning/Indicator Lights) and horn work.
SAFE OPERATION 71
Engine stop switch ...... Stops engine.

Side stand ................... Returns to its fully up position by spring tension.
Returns spring not weak or not damaged.
Refer to the “Daily Safety Checks” caution label attached to the Tool Kit/U-Shaped
Lock compartment.
72 SAFE OPERATION
Additional Considerations for High Speed Operation

Brakes: The importance of the brakes, especially during high speed operation,
cannot be overemphasized. Check to see that they are correctly adjusted and func-
tioning properly.
Steering: Looseness in the steering can cause loss of control. Check to see that
the handlebar turns freely but has no play.
Tires: High speed operation is hard on tires, and good tires are crucial for riding
safety. Examine their overall condition, inflate them to the proper pressure, and
check the wheel balance.
Fuel: Have sufficient fuel for the high fuel consumption during high speed oper-
ation.
Engine Oil: To avoid engine seizure and resulting loss of control, make sure that
the oil level is at the upper level line.
Coolant: To avoid overheating, check that the coolant level is at the upper level
line.
Electrical Equipment: Make sure that the headlight, tail/brake light, turn signals,
horn, etc., all work properly.
Miscellaneous: Make sure that all nuts and bolts are tight and that all safety
related parts are in good condition.
SAFE OPERATION 73
WARNING
Handling characteristics of a motorcycle at high speeds may vary from
those you are familiar with at legal highway speeds. Do not attempt high
speed operation unless you have received sufficient training and have the
required skills.
74 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
The maintenance and adjustments outlined in this chapter must be carried out
and must be done in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart to keep the
motorcycle in good running condition. The initial maintenance is vitally impor-
tant and must not be neglected.
With a basic knowledge of mechanics and the proper use of tools, you should be
able to carry out many of the maintenance items described in this chapter. If you
lack proper experience or doubt your ability, all adjustments, maintenance, and
repair work should be completed by a qualified technician.
Please note that Kawasaki cannot assume any responsibility for damage result-
ing from incorrect or improper adjustment done by the owner.
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 75
EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION

To protect the environment in which we all live, Kawasaki has incorporated
crankcase emission (1) and exhaust emission (2) control systems in compliance
with applicable regulations of the United States Environmental Protection Agency
and California Air Resources Board. Additionally, Kawasaki has incorporated an
evaporative emission control system (3) in compliance with applicable regulations
of the United States Envitonmental Protection Agency and California Air Resources
Board.
1. Crankcase Emission Control System
This system eliminates the release of crankcase vapors into the atmosphere.
Instead, the vapors are routed through an oil separator to the intake side of the
engine. While the engine is operating, the vapors are drawn into the combustion
chamber, where they are burned along with the fuel and air supplied by the fuel
injection system.
2. Exhaust Emission Control System

This system reduces the amount of pollutants discharged into the atmosphere
by the exhaust of this motorcycle. The fuel, ignition and exhaust systems of this
motorcycle have been carefully designed and constructed to ensure an efficient
engine with low exhaust pollutant levels. The exhaust system of this model mo-
torcycle includes a catalytic converter system.
3. Evaporative Emission Control System (California)

Vapors caused by fuel evaporation in the fuel system are not vented into the
atmosphere. Instead, fuel vapors are routed into the running engine to be burned,
or stored in a canister when the engine is stopped. Liquid fuel is caught by a vapor
separator and returned to the fuel tank.
High Altitude Performance Adjustment Information

High Altitude adjustment is not required.
MAINTENANCE AND WARRANTY

Proper maintenance is necessary to ensure that your motorcycle will continue to
have low emission levels. This Owner’s Manual contains those maintenance rec-
ommendations for your motorcycle. Those items identified by the Periodic Mainte-
nance Chart are necessary to ensure compliance with the applicable standards.
As the owner of this motorcycle, you have the responsibility to make sure that
the recommended maintenance is carried out according to the instructions in this
Owner’s Manual at your own expense.
The Kawasaki Limited Emission Control System Warranty requires that you re-
turn your motorcycle to an authorized Kawasaki dealer for remedy under warranty.
Please read the warranty carefully, and keep it valid by complying with the owner’s
obligations it contains.
You should keep a maintenance record for your motorcycle. To assist you in
keeping this record, we have provided space on pages 173 through 177 of this
manual where an authorized Kawasaki dealer, or someone equally competent, can
record the maintenance. You should also retain copies of maintenance work orders,
bills, etc., as verification of this maintenance.
TAMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM PROHIBITED:

Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof: (1) the removal or
rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance, re-
pair, or replacement, of any device or element of design incorporated into any new
vehicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate
purchaser or while it is in use, or (2) the use of the vehicle after such device or
element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person.
Among those acts presumed to constitute tampering are the acts listed below:
* Replacement of the original exhaust system or muffler with a component not in
compliance with Federal regulations.
* Removal of the muffler(s) or any internal portion of the muffler(s).
* Removal of the air box or air box cover.
* Modifications to the muffler(s) or air intake system by cutting, drilling, or other
means if such modifications result in increased noise levels.
Periodic Maintenance Chart

K: Should be serviced by an authorized Kawasaki dealer.
*: For higher odometer readings, repeat at the frequency interval established here.
#: Service more frequently when operating in severe conditions: dusty, wet, muddy,
high speed, or frequent starting/stopping.
1. Periodic Inspection (Engine Related Items)
Frequency Whichever
comes *Odometer Reading
first km × 1 000 (mile × 1 000) See
Page
Operation 1 6 12 18 24 30 36
Every
(Engine Items) (0.6) (3.75) (7.5) (11.25) (15) (18.75) (22.5)
Air cleaner element -
clean • • • 106
Valve clearance -
inspect • 105
Throttle control
system (play, smooth
return, no drag) -
year • • • • 107
inspect
Frequency Whichever
Page
Operation 1 6 12 18 24 30 36
Every
(Engine Items) (0.6) (3.75) (7.5) (11.25) (15) (18.75) (22.5)
Engine vacuum
synchronization -
inspect
• • • 110
Idle speed - inspect • • • • 110

Fuel leak (fuel hose
K
and pipe) - inspect
year • • • • –
Fuel hoses damage -

K
inspect
year • • • • –
Fuel hoses
K installation condition -
inspect
year • • • • –
Coolant level - inspect year • • • • 98

Coolant leak - inspect year • • • • 96
Frequency Whichever
Page
Operation 1 6 12 18 24 30 36
Every
(Engine Items) (0.6) (3.75) (7.5) (11.25) (15) (18.75) (22.5)
Radiator hoses
damage - inspect
year • • • • 96
Radiator hoses
installation condition -
inspect
year • • • • 96
Evaporative emission
control system -
function (California • • • • • • • 103
model only)
Air suction system
damage - inspect • • • 104
2. Periodic Inspection (Chassis Related Items)

Frequency Whichever
first km × 1000 (mile × 1000) See
Page
Operation 1 6 12 18 24 30 36
Every
(Chassis Items) (0.6) (3.75) (7.5) (11.25) (15) (18.75) (22.5)
Clutch and drive train:
Clutch operation
(play, engagement,
disengagement) - • • • • 112
inspect
Drive chain
lubrication condition every 600 km (400 mile) 122
- inspect #
Drive chain slack -
every 1 000 km (600 mile) 114
inspect #
Drive chain wear -
inspect # • • • 118
Frequency Whichever
Page
Operation 1 6 12 18 24 30 36
Every
(Chassis Items) (0.6) (3.75) (7.5) (11.25) (15) (18.75) (22.5)
Drive chain guide
K
wear - inspect • • • –
Wheels and tires:

Tire air pressure -
inspect
year • • • 134
Wheels/tires
damage - inspect • • • 135
Tire tread wear,

abnormal wear -
inspect
• • • 135
Wheel bearings
K
damage - inspect
year • • • –
Frequency Whichever
Page
Operation 1 6 12 18 24 30 36
Every
(Chassis Items) (0.6) (3.75) (7.5) (11.25) (15) (18.75) (22.5)
Brake system:
Brake fluid leak -
inspect
year • • • • • • • 123
Brake hoses and

pipe damage -
inspect
year • • • • • • • 123
Brake pad wear -

inspect # • • • • • • 123
Brake hose
installation
condition - inspect
year • • • • • • • 123
Brake fluid level -

inspect
6 month • • • • • • • 124
Frequency Whichever
Page
Operation 1 6 12 18 24 30 36
Every
(Chassis Items) (0.6) (3.75) (7.5) (11.25) (15) (18.75) (22.5)
Brake operation
(effectiveness, play,
drag) - inspect
year • • • • • • • 126
Brake light switch

operation - inspect • • • • • • • 127
Suspensions:
Front forks/rear
shock absorber
operation (damping
and smooth stroke)
• • • 129,130
- inspect
Front forks/rear
shock absorber oil
leak - inspect
year • • • 129,130
Frequency Whichever
Page
Operation 1 6 12 18 24 30 36
Every
(Chassis Items) (0.6) (3.75) (7.5) (11.25) (15) (18.75) (22.5)
Steering System:
Steering play -
K
inspect
year • • • • –
Steering stem
K
bearings - lubricate
2 years • –
Electrical System:
Lights and switches
operation - inspect
year • • • –
Headlight aiming -
inspect
year • • • 143
Side stand switch

operation - inspect
year • • • –
Engine stop switch

operation - inspect
year • • • –
Frequency Whichever
Page
Operation 1 6 12 18 24 30 36
Every
(Chassis Items) (0.6) (3.75) (7.5) (11.25) (15) (18.75) (22.5)
Chassis:
Chassis parts -
lubricate
year • • • 147
Bolts and nuts

tightness - inspect • • • • 153
3. Periodic Replacement
Frequency Whichever
Page
1 12 24 36 48
Every
Change/Replacement Items (0.6) (7.5) (15) (22.5) (30)
Air cleaner element # - replace 2 year 106
Engine oil # - change year • • • • • 92
Oil filter - replace year • • • • • 92
K Fuel hoses - replace 4 years • –
K Coolant - change 3 years • 101

Radiator hoses and O-rings -
K
replace
3 years • –
K Brake hoses and pipe - replace 4 years • –

Brake fluid (front and rear) -
K
change
2 years • • 126
Frequency Whichever
Page
1 12 24 36 48
Every
Change/Replacement Items (0.6) (7.5) (15) (22.5) (30)
Rubber parts of master cylinder
K
and caliper - replace
4 years • –
Spark plug - replace • • • • 102

Engine Oil Oil Level Inspection

In order for the engine, transmission,
and clutch to function properly, main-
• If the oil has just been changed, start
the engine and run it for several min-
tain the engine oil at the proper level, utes at idle speed. This fills the oil
and change the oil and replace the oil filter with oil. Stop the engine, then
filter in accordance with the Periodic wait several minutes until the oil set-
Maintenance Chart. Not only do dirt tles.
and metal particles collect in the oil, but
the oil itself loses its lubricative quality NOTICE
if used too long.
Racing the engine before the oil
WARNING reaches every part can cause en-
gine seizure.
Motorcycle operation with insuf-
ficient, deteriorated, or contam-
inated engine oil will cause ac- • Ifwait
the motorcycle has just been used,
several minutes for all the oil to
celerated wear and may result in drain down.
engine or transmission seizure,
accident, and injury. Check the
oil level before each ride and
change the oil according to the
periodic maintenance chart in
the owner’s manual.
• Check the engine oil level through

the oil level gauge. With the motor-
• Ifexcess
the oil level is too high, remove the
oil through the oil filler open-
cycle held level, the oil level should ing using a syringe or some other
come up between the upper and suitable device.
lower level lines next to the gauge. • If the oil level is too low, add the oil
to reach the correct level. Use the
same type and brand of oil that is
already in the engine.
NOTICE
If the engine oil gets extremely
low or if the oil pump does not
function properly or oil pas-
sages are clogged, the warning
light will light. If this light stays
on when the engine speed is
A. Oil Level Gauge
B. Upper Level Line slightly above the idle speed,
C. Lower Level Line stop the engine immediately and
D. Oil Filler Cap find the cause.
Oil and/or Oil Filter Change

• Warm up the engine thoroughly, and
then stop it.
• Place an oil pan beneath the engine.
• Remove the engine oil drain plug.
A. Oil Pressure Warning Light
A. Drain Plug
• Let the oil completely drain with

the motorcycle perpendicular to the
ground.
WARNING NOTE
Motor oil is a toxic substance. If a torque wrench or required
Dispose of used oil properly. Kawasaki special tool is not avail-
Contact your local authorities able, this item should be serviced by
for approved disposal methods a Kawasaki dealer.
or possible recycling.
• Remove the oil filter cartridge and re-

place it with a new one.
A. Cartridge
• Apply a thin film of oil to the packing

and tighten the cartridge to the spec-
• Fill the engine up to the upper level
line with a good quality engine oil
ified torque. specified in the table.
• Start the engine.
• Check the oil level and oil leakage.
Tightening Torque
Engine Oil Drain Plug :
30 N·m (3.0 kgf·m, 22 ft·lb)
Cartridge :
17.5 N·m (1.75 kgf·m, 13 ft·lb)
Recommended Engine Oil

Type : API SG, SH, SJ, SL or SM
A. Packing with JASO MA, MA1 or MA2
Viscosity : SAE 10W-40
• Install the drain plug with its new gas-
ket. Tighten it to the specified torque.
NOTE
NOTE Do not add any chemical additive to
Replace any gaskets with new ones. the oil. Oils fulfilling the above re-
quirements are fully formulated and
provide adequate lubrication for both Although 10W-40 engine oil is the
the engine and the clutch. recommended oil for most condi-
Engine Oil Capacity
tions, the oil viscosity may need to
be changed to accommodate atmo-
Capacity : 1.7 L (1.8 US qt) spheric conditions in your riding area.
[when filter is not removed]
1.9 L (2.0 US qt)
[when filter is removed]
2.4 L (2.5 US qt)
[when engine is completely
dry]
Cooling System NOTICE

Radiator and Cooling Fan - Using high-pressure water, as
Check the radiator fins for obstruc- from a car wash facility, could
tion by insects or mud. Clean off damage the radiator fins and im-
any obstructions with a stream of pair the radiator’s effectiveness.
low-pressure water. Do not obstruct or deflect air-
flow through the radiator by
WARNING installing unauthorized acces-
Keep your hands and clothing sories in front of the radiator or
away from the fan blades at all behind the cooling fan. Inter-
times. ference with the radiator airflow
can lead to overheating and con-
sequent engine damage.
Radiator Hoses -
Check the radiator hoses for leak-
age, cracks or deterioration, and con-
nections for leakage or looseness each
day before riding the motorcycle, and
carry out the maintenance and adjust-
ments in accordance with the Periodic
Maintenance Chart.
Coolant - period of time, the cooling system ac-

Coolant absorbs excessive heat from cumulates rust and scale in the water
the engine and transfers it to the air jacket and radiator. This will clog up
at the radiator. If the coolant level be- the coolant passages, and consider-
comes low, the engine overheats and ably reduce the efficiency of the cooling
may suffer severe damage. Check the system.
coolant level each day before riding the
motorcycle, and carry out the mainte- WARNING
nance and adjustments in accordance Coolant containing corrosion in-
with the periodic maintenance chart. hitors for alminum engines and
Replenish coolant if the level is low. radiators include harmful chem-
Change the coolant in accordance with icals for human body. Drinking
the Periodic Maintenance Chart. coolant can result in serious in-
Information for Coolant jury or death. Use coolant in ac-
To protect the cooling system (con- cordance with the instractions of
sisting of the aluminum engine and the manufacturer.
radiator) from rust and corrosion, the
use of corrosion and rust inhibitor Soft or distilled water must be used
chemicals in the coolant is essential. If with the antifreeze (see below for an-
coolant containing corrosion and rust tifreeze) in the cooling system.
inhibitor chemicals is not used, over a
NOTICE NOTICE
If hard water is used in the sys- Permanent types of antifreeze on
tem, it causes scale accumula- the market have anti-corrosion
tion in the water passages, and and anti-rust properties. When it
considerably reduces the effi- is diluted excessively, it loses its
ciency of the cooling system. anti-corrosion property. Dilute a
permanent type of antifreeze in
If the lowest ambient temperature en- accordance with the instructions
countered falls below the freezing point of the manufacturer.
of water, use permanent antifreeze in
the coolant to protect the cooling sys- NOTE
tem against engine and radiator freeze
-up, as well as from rust and corrosion. A permanent type of antifreeze is in-
Use a permanent type of antifreeze stalled in the cooling system when
(soft water and ethylene glycol plus cor- shipped. It is colored green and con-
rosion and rust inhibitor chemicals for tains ethylene glycol. It is mixed at
aluminum engines and radiators) in the 50% and has the freezing point of
cooling system. On the mixture ratio –35°C (–31°F).
of coolant, choose the suitable one re-
ferring to the relation between freezing Coolant Level Inspection
point and strength directed on the con- • Situate the motorcycle so that it is
perpendicular to the ground.
tainer.
• Check the coolant level if it is be-

tween the F (Full) and L (Low) level
• Ifcient,
the amount of coolant is insuffi-
remove the right side cover
lines. and add coolant into the reserve
tank.
NOTE
Check the level when the engine is Coolant Filling
cold (room or atmospheric tempera- • Remove the right side cover by re-
moving the bolts.
ture).
A. Right Side Cover

A. F (Full) Level Line
B. Bolts
B. L (Low) Level Line
C. Right Side Cover
• Disconnect the turn signal light con- • Install the cap.

nector. • tor. the turn signal light connec-
Connect
• Remove the cap from the reserve
tank and add coolant through the
filler opening to the F (Full) level line.
• Fit in the projections of the cover into
the holes of the frame side.
• Tighten the bolts.
A. Reserve Tank
B. F (Full) Level Line A. Right Side Cover
C. L (Low) Level Line B. Projections
D. Cap C. Holes
NOTE Coolant Change

In an emergency you can add wa- Have the coolant changed by an au-
ter alone to the coolant reserve tank, thorized Kawasaki dealer.
however it must be returned to the
correct mixture ratio by the addition
of antifreeze concentrate as soon as
possible.
NOTICE
If coolant must be added of-
ten, or the reserve tank com-
pletely runs dry, there is proba-
bly leakage in the system. Have
the cooling system inspected
by your authorized Kawasaki
dealer.
Spark Plugs
The standard spark plug is shown in
the table. The spark plugs should be
replaced in accordance with the Peri-
odic Maintenance Chart.
Spark plug removal should be done
only by a competent mechanic follow-
ing the instructions in the Service Man-
ual.
Spark Plug
Standard Plug NGK CR9EIA-9 A. Plug Gap
0.8 a 0.9 mm
Plug Gap
(0.032 a 0.035 in.)
Tightening 15 N·m
Torque (1.5 kgf·m, 11 ft·lb)
Evaporative Emission Control

System (California model
only)
This system routes fuel vapors from
the fuel system into the running engine
or stores the vapors in a canister when
the engine is stopped. Although no ad-
justments are required, a thorough vi-
sual inspection must be made at the in-
tervals specified by the Periodic Main-
tenance Chart.
Inspection
• Check that the hoses are securely
connected.
• Replace any kinked, deteriorated, or
damaged hoses.
Kawasaki Clean Air System the air suction valve is prevented from
The Kawasaki Clean Air System returning. Inspect the air suction valves
(KCA) is a secondary air suction sys- in accordance with the Periodic Main-
tem that helps the exhaust gases to tenance Chart. Also, inspect the air
burn more completely. When the spent suction valves whenever stable idling
fuel charge is released into the ex- cannot be obtained, engine power is
haust system, it is still hot enough to greatly reduced, or there are abnormal
burn. The KCA System allows extra engine noises.
air into the exhaust system so that the Air suction valve removal and inspec-
spent fuel charge can continue to burn. tion should be done only by a compe-
This continued burning action tends to tent mechanic following the instructions
burn up a great deal of the normally in the Service Manual.
unburned gases, as well as chang-
ing a significant portion of the carbon
monoxide into carbon dioxide.
Air Suction Valves -
The air suction valve is essentially a
check valve which allows fresh air to
flow only from the air cleaner into the
exhaust port. Any air that has passed
Valve Clearance following the instructions in the Service

Valve and valve seat wear decreases Manual.
valve clearance, upsetting valve timing.
NOTICE
If valve clearance is left un-
adjusted, wear will eventually
cause the valves to remain
partly open, which lowers per-
formance, burns the valves and
valve seats, and may cause seri-
ous engine damage.
Valve clearance for each valve

should be checked and adjusted in
accordance with the Periodic Mainte-
nance Chart.
Inspection and adjustment should be
done only by a competent mechanic
Air Cleaner Oil Draining

A clogged air cleaner restricts the en-
gine’s air intake, increasing fuel con-
• Inspect the drain hose located on the
rear side of the engine to see if any
sumption, reducing engine power, and oil or water has run down from the air
causing spark plug fouling. cleaner housing.
The air cleaner element must be
cleaned in accordance with the Pe-
riodic Maintenance Chart. In dusty,
rainy, or muddy conditions, the air
cleaner element should be serviced
more frequently than the recom-
mended interval only by a competent
mechanic following the instructions in
the Service Manual.
A. Drain Hose
B. Plug
• Ifthethere is any oil in the hose, remove

plug and drain the oil.
WARNING Throttle Control System

Check the throttle grip play in accor-
Oil on tires will make them slip-
dance with the Periodic Maintenance
pery and can cause an accident
Chart, and adjust it if necessary.
and injury. Be sure to install the
plug in the drain hose after drain- Throttle Grip -
ing. The throttle grip controls the butterfly
valves in the throttle body. If the throt-
tle grip has excessive play due to either
cable stretch or maladjustment, it will
cause a delay in throttle response, es-
pecially at low engine speed. Also, the
throttle valve may not open fully at full
throttle. On the other hand, if the throt-
tle grip has not play, the throttle will be
hard to control, and the idle speed will
be erratic.
Inspection Adjustment
• Check that the throttle grip play is
correct by lightly turning the throttle
•Loosen the locknut at the throttle
grip, and turn the adjuster until the
grip back and forth. proper amount of throttle grip play is
obtained.
A. Throttle Grip
B. Throttle Grip Play A. Locknut
B. Adjuster
Throttle Grip Play C. Throttle Cable (Accelerator Cable)
2 a 3 mm (0.08 a 0.12 in.)
• If there is improper play, adjust it.

• Ifjusted
the throttle grip play cannot be ad-
with the accelerator cable ad-
• Turn out the accelerator cable adjust-
ing nut until a play of 2 a 3 mm (0.08
juster at the throttle grip, use the de- a 0.12 in.) is obtained at the throttle
celerator cable adjuster located un- grip.
der the fuel tank. • Tighten the locknut.
• Turn out the decelerator cable adjust-
ing nut until there is no play when the
• With the engine idling, turn the han-
dlebar to each side. If handlebar
throttle grip is completely closed. movement changes the idle speed,
• Tighten the locknut. the throttle cables may be improperly
adjusted or incorrectly routed, or they
may be damaged. Be sure to correct
any of these conditions before idling.
WARNING
Operation with an improperly
adjusted, incorrectly routed, or
damaged cables could result in
an unsafe riding condition. Be
sure the control cables are ad-
A. Adjuster
justed and routed correctly, and
B. Locknut are free from damage.
C. Throttle Cable (Decelerator Cable)
Engine Vacuum Synchronization Idle Speed

Engine vacuum synchronization The idle speed check should be per-
must be checked and adjusted period- formed in accordance with the Peri-
ically in accordance with the Periodic odic Maintenance Chart or whenever
Maintenance Chart only by a compe- the idle speed is disturbed.
tent mechanic following the instructions
Adjustment
in the Service Manual.
NOTE
•Start the engine, and warm it up thor-
oughly.
Poor engine vacuum synchronization •Adjust the idle speed by turning the
idle adjusting screw.
will cause unstable idling, sluggish
throttle response, and reduce engine
power and performance.
Idle Speed • With the engine idling, turn the han-

dlebar to each side. If handlebar
1 250 a 1 350 r/min (rpm)
movement changes the idle speed,
the throttle cables may be improperly
adjusted or incorrectly routed, or they
may be damaged. Be sure to correct
any of these conditions before riding.
WARNING
Operation with damaged cables
could result in an unsafe riding
condition. Replace damaged
control cables before operation.
A. Idle Adjusting Screw
• Open and close the throttle a few

times to make sure that the idle
speed does not change. Readjust if
necessary.
Clutch slides smoothly. If there is any irreg-

Due to friction plate wear and clutch ularity, have the clutch cable checked
cable stretch over a long period of use, by an authorized Kawasaki dealer.
the clutch operation should be checked
each day before riding the motorcycle,
• Check the clutch lever play as shown
in the figure.
and carry out the maintenance and ad- Clutch Lever Play
justments in accordance with the Peri-
2 a 3 mm (0.08 a 0.12 in.)
odic Maintenance Chart.
WARNING
The engine and exhaust system
get extremely hot during normal
operation and can cause serious
burns. Never touch a hot engine
or an exhaust pipe during clutch
adjustment.
Inspection
• Check that the clutch lever operates
properly and that the inner cable
A. Locknut
B. Clutch Lever Play
C. Adjuster
If the play is incorrect, adjust the lever

play as follows.
Adjustment
•Loosen the locknut, and turn the
adjuster so that the clutch lever will
have the proper play.
WARNING
Too much cable play can pre-
vent clutch disengagement and A. Adjuster
cause an accident resulting in B. Locknut
serious injury or death. When C. Clutch Cable
adjusting the clutch or replac-
ing the cable, be sure the up- NOTE
per end of the clutch outer cable After the adjustment is made, start
is fully seated in its fitting, or it the engine and check that the clutch
could slip into place later, creat- does not slip and releases properly.
ing enough cable play to prevent For minor corrections, use the ad-
clutch disengagement. juster at the clutch lever.
• Ifatitthecannot be done, use the adjuster

lower end of the clutch cable.
Drive Chain Chain Slack Inspection

The drive chain slack and lubrication
must be checked each day before rid-
•Set the motorcycle up on its side
stand.
ing the motorcycle, and must be main-
tained in accordance with the Periodic
•Rotate the rear wheel to find the po-
sition where the chain is tightest, and
Maintenance Chart for safety and to measure the maximum chain slack
prevent excessive wear. If the chain by pulling up and pushing down the
becomes badly worn or maladjusted - chain midway between the engine
either too loose or too tight - the chain sprocket and rear wheel sprocket.
could jump off the sprockets or break.
WARNING
A chain that breaks or jumps off
the sprockets could snag on the
engine sprocket or lock the rear
wheel, severely damaging the
motorcycle and causing it to go
out of control. Inspect the chain
for damage and proper adjust-
ment before each ride.
A. Chain Slack
• Ifloose,
the drive chain is too tight or too
adjust it so that the chain slack
will be within the standard value.
Drive Chain Slack
Standard 25 a 35 mm (1.0 a 1.4 in.)
Adjustment
•Loosen the left and right chain ad-
juster locknuts.
•Remove the cotter pin, and loosen
the rear axle nut.
A.
B.
Axle Nut
Cotter Pin
C. Adjusting Nut
D. Locknut
• Ifandtheright
chain is too loose, turn in the left
chain adjusting nuts evenly.
• left and rightis too
If the chain tight, turn out the
chain adjusting nuts
evenly.
• Turn both chain adjusting nuts evenly
until the drive chain has the correct
amount of slack.
• To keep the chain and wheel prop-

erly aligned, the left wheel alignment
NOTE
indicator should align with the same

Wheel alignment can also be
checked using the straightedge or
swingarm mark that the right indica- string method.
tor aligns with.
WARNING
Misalignment of the wheel will
result in abnormal wear, and may
result in an unsafe riding con-
dition. Align the rear wheel us-
ing the marks on the swingarm
or measuring the distance be-
tween the center of the axle and
swingarm pivot.
A. Marks • Tighten both chain adjuster locknuts.

B.
C.
Indicator
Adjusting Nut • Tighten the rear axle nut to the spec-
ified torque.
D. Locknut
Tightening Torque
Axle Nut:
108 N·m (11 kgf·m, 80 ft·lb)
NOTE NOTE
If a torque wrench is not available, When inserting the cotter pin, if the
this item should be serviced by a slots in the nut do not align with
Kawasaki dealer. the cotter pin hole in the axle shaft,
tighten the nut clockwise up to the
• Rotate the wheel, measure the chain
slack again at the tightest position,
next alignment.
and readjust if necessary. It should be within 30 degree.
Loosen once and tighten again when
• Install a new cotter pin through the
rear axle nut and axle, and spread its
the slot goes past the nearest hole.
ends.
A. Turning Clockwise
A. Cotter Pin
WARNING
A loose axle nut can lead to an
accident resulting in serious in-
jury or death. Tighten the axle
nut to the proper torque and in-
stall a new cotter pin.
• Check the rear brake (see the Brakes

section).
Wear Inspection A. Bolts

• Remove the bolts and quick rivet to
take off the chain cover.
B. Quick Rivet
C. Chain Cover
NOTE
The chain cover uses the quick rivet.
The quick rivet can be removed by
pushing the central pin into the quick
rivets, and when installing it, pull the
central pin fully up first, and then
push into the central pin after insert-
ing it.
Quick Rivet Removal Quick Rivet Installation
A. Quick Rivet A. Quick Rivet

B. Center Pin B. Center Pin
C. Push in. C. Pull up fully.
D. Push in.
• Stretch the chain taut either by using

the chain adjusters, or by hanging a
10 kg (20 lb) weight on the chain.
• Measure the length of 20 links on
the straight part of the chain from pin
center of the 1st pin to pin center of
the 21st pin. Since the chain may
wear unevenly, take measurements

at several places.
• When installing the chain cover, in-
sert the projections of the chain cover
• If the length exceeds the service limit,
the chain should be replaced.
into the holes.
A. Projection
A. Measure B. Hole
B. Weight C. Chain Cover
Drive Chain 20-Link Length

Service Limit
323 mm (12.7 in.)
WARNING NOTE
For safety, use only the standard Sprocket wear is exaggerated for il-
chain. It is an endless type and lustration. See Service Manual for
should not be cut for installa- wear limits.
tion; have it installed by an au-
thorized Kawasaki dealer.
• Rotate the rear wheel to inspect the

drive chain for damaged rollers, and
loose pins and links.
• Also inspect the sprockets for un-
evenly or excessively worn teeth,
and damaged teeth.
A. Good Teeth
B. Worn Teeth
C. Damaged Teeth
• Ifdrive
there is any irregularity, have the
chain and/or the sprockets re-
placed by an authorized Kawasaki
dealer.
Lubrication
Lubrication is also necessary after
• Apply oil to the sides of the rollers so
that it will penetrate to the rollers and
riding through rain or on wet roads, or bushings. Apply oil to the O-rings so
any time that the chain appears dry. A that the O-rings will be coated with
heavy oil such as SAE 90 is preferred oil. Wipe off any excess oil.
to a lighter oil because it will stay on the
chain longer and provide better lubrica-
tion.
• Ifusing
the chain is especially dirty, clean it
diesel oil or kerosine and then
apply oil as mentioned above.
Brakes Disc Brake Fluid -

In accordance with the Periodic Main-
Brake Wear Inspection
tenance Chart, inspect the brake fluid
Inspect the brakes for wear. For each
level in both the front and rear brake
front and rear disc brake caliper, if the
fluid reservoirs and change the brake
thickness of either pad is less than
fluid. The brake fluid should also be
1 mm (0.04 in.), replace both pads
changed if it becomes contaminated
in the caliper as a set. Pad replace-
with dirt or water.
ment should be done by an authorized
Kawasaki dealer. Fluid Requirement
Use heavy-duty brake fluid only from
a container marked DOT4.
NOTICE
Do not spill brake fluid onto any
painted surface.
Do not use fluid from a container
that has been left open or that
has been unsealed for a long
time.
A. Lining Thickness Check for fluid leakage around
B. 1 mm (0.04 in.) the fittings.
Check brake hose for damage.
Fluid Level Inspection

• The brake fluid level in the front brake
fluid reservoir must be kept above
the line (lower level line) next to the
gauge and that in the rear brake fluid
reservoir (located under the seat)
must be kept between the upper and
lower level lines (reservoirs held hor-
izontal).
A. Rear Brake Fluid Reservoir

B. Upper Level Line
C. Lower Level Line
A. Front Brake Fluid Reservoir

B. Lower Level Line
• Iflower
the fluid level in either reservoir is
than the lower level line, check
WARNING
Mixing brands and types of
for fluid leaks in the brake lines, and
brake fluid can reduce the brake
fill the reservoir to the upper level
system’s effectiveness and
line. Inside the front brake fluid reser-
cause an accident resulting in
voir is a stepped line showing the up-
injury or death. Do not mix two
per level line.
brands of brake fluid. Change
the brake fluid in the brake line
completely if the brake fluid
must be refilled but the type
and brand of the brake fluid that
is already in the reservoir are
unidentified.
A. Front Brake Fluid Reservoir

B. Upper Level Line
NOTE Fluid Change

First, tighten until slight resistance is Have the brake fluid changed by an
felt, which indicates that the cap is authorized Kawasaki dealer.
seated on the reservoir body; then,
tighten the cap an additional 1/6 turn Front and Rear Brakes -
while holding the brake fluid reservoir Disc and disc pad wear is automat-
body. ically compensated for and has no ef-
fect on the brake lever or pedal action.
So there are no parts that require ad-
justment on the front brakes and rear
brakes.
A. Reservoir
B. Cap
C. Clockwise
D. 1/6 turn
WARNING Brake Light Switches

When either the front or rear brake is
Air in the brake lines diminish
applied, the brake light goes on. The
braking performance and can
front brake light switch requires no ad-
justment, but the rear brake light switch
injury or death. If the brake lever
should be adjusted in accordance with
or pedal feels mushy when it
the Periodic Maintenance Chart.
is applied, there might be air in
the brake lines or the brake may Inspection
be defective. Have the brake • Turn the ignition key to “ON”.
checked immediately by an au-
thorized Kawasaki dealer.
• The brake light should go on when
the front brake is applied.
• If it does not, ask your authorized
Kawasaki dealer to inspect the front
brake light switch.
• Check the operation of the rear brake Adjustment

light switch by depressing the brake
pedal. The brake light should go on
•To adjust the rear brake light switch,
move the switch up or down by turn-
after the proper pedal travel. ing the switch body.
A. Brake Pedal A. Rear Brake Light Switch

B. Pedal Travel B. Adjusting Nut
C. Lights sooner
• Iflightit does not, adjust the rear brake
switch.
D. Lights later
Brake Pedal Travel

10 mm (0.4 in.)
NOTICE Front Fork

The front fork operation and oil leak-
To avoid damaging the electrical
age should be checked in accordance
connections inside the switch,
with the Periodic Maintenance Chart.
be sure that the switch body
does not turn during adjustment. Front Fork Inspection
• Holding the brake lever, pump the
front fork up and down by several
times for inspection of smooth stroke.
• Visually inspect the front fork for oil
leakage, scoring or scratches on the
outer surface of the inner tube.
• Iffork,
there is any doubt about the front
it should be checked by an au-
Rear Shock Absorbers
The rear shock absorber operation
thorized Kawasaki dealer. and oil leakage should be checked in
accordance with the Periodic Mainte-
nance Chart.
Rear Shock Absorber Inspection
•Press down on the seat several times
to check if the rear shock absorber
stroke is smooth.
•Visually inspect the rear shock ab-
sorber for oil leakage.
A. Inner Tube
• Ifsorber,
any doubt about the rear shock ab-
it should be done by an au-
Spring Preload Adjustment
The spring preload adjuster on the
thorized Kawasaki dealer. rear shock absorber has 7 positions.
A. Rear Shock Absorber A. Spring Preload Adjuster

B. Wrench
The rear shock absorber can be ad-
justed by changing the spring preload • Inble,accordance with the following ta-
turn the preload adjuster with the
and rebound damping force for various
riding and loading conditions. wrench from the tool kit.
Position 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Spring Action Stronger ——
The standard setting position for an Wheels

average-build rider of 75 kg (165 lb) Tubeless tires are installed on the
with no passenger and no accessories wheels of this motorcycle. The indica-
is No. 4. tions of TUBELESS on the tire side wall
and the rim show that the tire and rim
are specially designed for tubeless use.
A. TUBELESS Mark
WARNING
Installing a tube inside a tube-
less-type tire can create exces-
sive heat build up that can dam-
age the tube and cause rapid
deflation. The tires, rims, and
air valves on this motorcycle are
designed only for tubeless type
wheels. The recommended stan-
dard tires, rims, and air valves
A. TUBELESS Mark must be used for replacement.
The tire and rim form a leakproof unit Do not install tube-type tires on
by making airtight contacts at the tire tubeless rims. The beads may
chamfers and the rim flanges instead not seat properly on the rim
of using an inner tube. causing tire deflation. Do not
install a tube inside a tubeless
tire. Excessive heat build-up
may damage the tube causing
tire deflation.
Tires - Tire pressure is affected by changes

in ambient temperature and altitude,
Payload and Tire Pressure
and so the tire pressure should be
Failure to maintain proper inflation
checked and adjusted when your rid-
pressures or observe payload limits for
ing involves wide variations in tem-
your tires may adversely affect han-
perature or altitude.
dling and performance of your motorcy-
cle and can result in loss of control. The
maximum recommended load in addi-
tion to vehicle weight is 180 kg (397 lb),
including rider, passenger, baggage,
and accessories.
• Remove the air valve cap.
• Check the tire pressure often, using
an accurate gauge.
• Make sure to install the air valve cap
securely.
NOTE A. Tire Pressure Gauge
Measure the tire pressure when the Tire Air Pressure (when cold)
tires are cold (that is, when the mo- Front 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm², 32 psi)
torcycle has not been ridden more
Rear 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)
than a mile during the past 3 hours).
Tire Wear, Damage Minimum Tread Depth

As the tire tread wears down, the tire
1 mm
becomes more susceptible to puncture Front
(0.04 in.)
and failure. An accepted estimate is
that 90% of all tire failures occur during Under 130 km/h 2 mm
the last 10% of tread life (90 % worn). (80 mph) (0.08 in.)
Rear
So it is false economy and unsafe to Over 130 km/h 3 mm
use the tires until they are bald. (80 mph) (0.12 in.)
• In accordance with the Periodic
Maintenance Chart, measure the
depth of the tread with a depth
gauge, and replace any tire that
has worn down to the minimum al-
lowable tread depth.
A. Tire Depth Gauge
• Visually inspect the tire for cracks

and cuts, replacing the tire in case of
bad damage. Swelling or high spots WARNING

indicate internal damage, requiring
Tires that have been punctured
tire replacement.
and repaired do not have the
• Remove any imbedded stones or
other foreign particles from the tread.
same capabilities as undam-
aged tires and can suddenly fail,
NOTE causing an accident resulting
Have the wheel balance inspected in serious injury or death. Re-
whenever a new tire is installed. place damaged tires as soon as
possible. To ensure safe han-
dling and stability, use only the
recommended standard tires for
replacement, inflated to the stan-
dard pressure. If it is necessary
to ride on a repaired tire, do not
exceed 100 km/h (60 mph) until
the tire is replaced.
NOTE
When operating on public roadways,
keep maximum speed under traffic
law limits.
Standard Tire (Tubeless) WARNING

Size: 120/70ZR17 M/C (58W) New tires are slippery and may
DUNLOP cause loss of control and injury.
Front
SPORTMAX ROADSMART CQ
G
A break-in period of 160 km (100
miles) is necessary to estab-
Size: 160/60ZR17 M/C (69W) lish normal tire traction. During
Rear DUNLOP break-in, avoid sudden and max-
SPORTMAX ROADSMART G imum braking and acceleration,
and hard cornering.
WARNING
Mixing tire brands and types can
adversely affect handling and
injury or death. Always use the
same manufacturer’s tires on
both front and rear wheels.
Battery Due to their internal composition,

The battery installed in this motorcy- batteries continually self discharge.
cle is a sealed type, so it is not nec- The discharge rate depends on the
essary to check the battery electrolyte type of battery and ambient temper-
level or add distilled water. ature. As temperature rises, so does
The sealing strip should not be pulled the discharge rate. Every 15°C (27°F)
off once the specified electrolyte has doubles the rate.
been installed in the battery for initial Electrical accessories, such as digi-
service. tal clocks and computer memory, also
However, in order to maximize bat- draw current from the battery even
tery life and ensure that it will provide when the key is switched off. Due to
the power needed to start the motor- a combination of such “key-off” draws
cycle you must properly maintain the and hot temperature, a battery can go
battery’s charge. When used regularly, from fully charged to completely dis-
the charging system in the motorcycle charged in a matter of days.
helps keep the battery fully charged. If
your motorcycle is only used occasion-
ally or for short periods of time, the bat-
tery is more likely to discharge.
Self-discharge Current Drain

Approx. Number of Days Days from Days from
From 100% Charged to 100% 100%
Discharging
100% discharged charged to charged to
Ampere
Temperature 50% 100%
Lead Lead
Discharged Discharged
-Antimony -Calcium
7 mA 60 Days 119 Days
Battery Battery
10 mA 42 Days 83 Days
40°C
100 Days 300 Days
(104°F) 15 mA 28 Days 56 Days
25°C (77°F) 200 Days 600 Days 20 mA 21 Days 42 Days
0°C (32°F) 550 Days 950 Days 30 mA 14 Days 28 Days
In extremely cold weather the fluid in

an inadequately charged battery can
easily freeze, which can crack the case
and buckle the plates. A fully charged
battery can withstand sub-freezing
temperature with no damage.
Battery Sulfation weekly using a voltmeter. If it drops

A common cause of battery failure is below 12.8 volts, the battery should be
sulfation. charged using an appropriate charger
Sulfation occurs when the battery is (check with a Kawasaki dealer). If
left in a discharged condition for an ex- you will not be using the motorcy-
tended time. Sulfate is a normal by cle for longer than two weeks, the
product of the chemical reactions within battery should be charged using an
a battery. But when continuous dis- appropriate charger. Do not use an au-
charge allows the sulfate to crystallize tomotive-type quick charger that may
in the cells, the battery plates become overcharge the battery and damage it.
permanently damaged and will not hold
Kawasaki-recommended chargers
a charge. Battery failure due to sulfa-
are:
tion is not warrantable.
OptiMate
Battery Maintenance Yuasa 1.5 Amp Automatic charger
It is the owner’s responsibility to keep Battery Mate 150-9
the battery fully charged. Failure to do If the above chargers are not avail-
so can lead to battery failure and leave able, use equivalent one.
you stranded. For more details, ask your Kawasaki
If you are riding your vehicle infre- dealer.
quently, inspect the battery voltage
Battery Charging NOTE

•Remove the battery from the motor-
cycle (see Battery Removal).
If you charge the sealed battery,
never fail to observe the instructions
•Attach the leads from the charger to
the battery and charge the battery at
shown in the label on the battery.
a rate that is 1/10th of the battery
capacity. For example, the charging WARNING
rate for a 10 Ah battery would be 1.0 Lead is a toxic substance. Bat-
ampere. tery posts, terminals and related
•The charger will keep the battery fully
charged until you are ready to re-
accessories contain lead and
lead compounds. Wash hands
install the battery in the motorcycle after handling.
(see Battery Installation).
Battery Removal
NOTICE
•Remove the seat.
Never remove the sealing strip,
or the battery can be damaged.
•Disconnect the wires from the bat-
tery, first from the (–) terminal and
Do not install a conventional then the (+) terminal.
battery in this motorcycle, or the •Take the battery out of the case.
electrical system cannot work
properly.
•Clean the battery using a solution of
baking soda and water. Be sure that
the wire connections are clean.
NOTE
Install the battery in the reverse order
of the Battery Removal.
NOTICE
Installing the (–) cable to the (+)
terminal of the battery or the (+)
cable to the (–) terminal of the
battery can seriously damage
A. (+) Terminal the electrical system.
B. (–) Terminal
Battery Installation
• Put a light coat of grease on the ter-
minals to prevent corrosion.
•Place the battery in the battery case. • Cover the (+) terminal with its protec-
•Connect the capped wire to the (+) tive cap.
terminal, and then connect the black
wire to the (–) terminal.
• Reinstall the removed parts.
Headlight Beam Vertical Adjustment

The headlight beam is adjustable ver-
Horizontal Adjustment
tically. If adjusted too low, neither low
The headlight beam is adjustable
nor high beam will illuminate the road
horizontally. If not properly adjusted
far enough ahead. If adjusted too high,
horizontally, the beam will point to one
the high beam will fail to illuminate the
side rather than straight ahead.
road close ahead, and the low beam
• Turn the horizontal adjuster clock-
wise or counterclockwise until the
will blind oncoming drivers.
beam points straight ahead. • Turn the vertical adjuster clockwise
or counterclockwise to adjust its ver-
tical angle.
A. Horizontal Adjuster
A. Vertical Adjuster
NOTE
On high beam, the brightest point
should be slightly below horizontal.
The proper angle is 0.4 degrees be-
low horizontal. This is a 50 mm (2.0
in.) drop at 7.6 m (25 ft) measured
from the center of the headlight, with
the motorcycle on its wheels and the
rider seated.
A. 50 mm (2.0 in.)
B. Center of Brightest Spot
C. 7.6 m (25 ft)
D. Height of Headlight Center
Fuses
Fuses are arranged in the fuse box
• Remove the left side cover by remov-
ing the bolt.
located under the seat. The main fuse
is mounted on the starter relay behind
the left side cover. If a fuse fails during
operation, inspect the electrical system
to determine the cause, and then re-
place it with a new fuse of proper am-
perage.
A. Left Side Cover

B. Bolt
A. Fuse Box
WARNING
Substituting fuses can cause
wiring to overheat, catch fire
and/or fail. Do not use any sub-
stitute for the standard fuse.
Replace the blown fuse with a
new one of the correct capacity,
as specified on the junction box
and main fuse.
A. Main Fuse
B. Spare Fuse
A. Normal
B. Failed
General Lubrication Apply motor oil to the following

Lubricate the points shown below, pivots -
with either motor oil or regular grease, Side Stand
in accordance with the Periodic Main- Clutch Lever
tenance Chart or whenever the vehicle Front Brake Lever
has been operated under wet or rainy Rear Brake Pedal
conditions.
Before lubricating each part, clean off Lubricate the following cables with a
any rusty spots with rust remover and pressure cable lubber -
wipe off any grease, oil, dirt, or grime. (K) Clutch Inner Cable
NOTE
(K) Throttle Inner Cables
A few drops of oil are effective to
keep bolts and nuts from rusting and
sticking. This makes removal easier.
Badly rusted nuts, bolts, etc., should
be replaced with new ones.
Apply grease to the following Cleaning Your Motorcycle

points -
General Precautions
(K) Clutch Inner Cable Upper End Frequent and proper care of your
(K) Throttle Inner Cable Upper Ends Kawasaki motorcycle will enhance
(K): Should be serviced by an authorized its appearance, optimize overall per-
Kawasaki dealer. formance, and extend its useful life.
Covering your motorcycle with a high
NOTE quality, breathable motorcycle cover
will help protect its finish from harmful
After connecting the cables, adjust UV rays, pollutants, and reduce the
them. amount of dust reaching its surfaces.
• Be sure the engine and exhaust are
cool before washing.
• Avoid applying degreaser to seals,
brake pads, and tires.
• Always use non-abrasive wax and
cleaner/polisher.
• Avoid all harsh chemicals, solvents,
detergents, and household cleaning
products such as ammonia-based
window cleaners.
• Gasoline, brake fluid, and coolant Washing Your Motorcycle

will damage the finish of painted and
plastic surfaces: wash them off im-
•Rinse your bike with cold water from
a garden hose to remove any loose
mediately. dirt.
• Avoid wire brushes, steel wool, and
all other abrasive pads or brushes.
•Mix a mild neutral detergent (de-
signed for motorcycles or automo-
• Use care when washing the wind-
shield, headlight cover, and other
biles) and water in a bucket. Use
a soft cloth or sponge to wash your
plastic parts as they can easily be motorcycle. If needed, use a mild de-
scratched. greaser to remove any oil or grease
• Avoid using pressure washers; wa- which build up.
ter can penetrate seals and electrical
components and damage your mo-
•After washing, rinse your motorcy-
cle thoroughly with clean water to re-
torcycle. move any residue (residue from the
• Avoid spraying water in delicate
areas such as in air intakes, fuel
detergent can damage parts of your
motorcycle).
system, brake components, electri-
cal components, muffler outlets, and
•Use a soft cloth to dry your motorcy-
cle. As you dry, inspect your motor-
fuel tank openings. cycle for chips and scratches. Do not
let the water air dry as this can dam-
age the painted surfaces.
• Start the engine and let it idle for sev-

eral minutes. The heat from the en-
rain or washing the motorcycle. To
remove the moisture, start the engine
gine will help dry moist areas. and turn on the headlight. Gradually
• Carefully ride your motorcycle at a
slow speed and apply the brakes
the condensation on the inside of the
lens will clear off.
several times. This helps the brakes
dry and restores its normal operating Painted Surfaces
performance. After washing your motorcycle, coat
• Lubricate the drive chain to prevent
rusting.
painted surfaces, both metal and plas-
tic, with a commercially available mo-
torcycle/automotive wax. Wax should
NOTE be applied once every three months or
After riding in an area where the as conditions require. Avoid surfaces
roads are salted or near the ocean, with “satin” or “flat” finishes. Always
immediately wash your motorcycle use non-abrasive products and apply
with cold water. Do not use warm them according to the instructions on
water as it accelerates the chemical the container.
reaction of the salt. After drying, Windshield and Other Plastic Parts
apply a corrosion protection spray After washing use a soft cloth to gen-
on all metal and chrome surfaces to tly dry plastic parts. When dry, treat
prevent corrosion. the windshield, headlight lens, and
Condensation may form on the inside other non-painted plastic parts with
of the headlight lens after riding in the
an approved plastic cleaner/polisher Chrome and Aluminum

product. Chrome and uncoated aluminum
parts can be treated with a chrome/alu-
NOTICE minum polish. Coated aluminum
Plastic parts may deteriorate should be washed with a mild neu-
and break if they come in con- tral detergent and finished with a spray
tact with chemical substances polish. Aluminum wheels, both painted
or household cleaning products and unpainted can be cleaned with
such as gasoline, brake fluid, special non-acid based wheel spray
window cleaners, thread-locking cleaners.
agents, or other harsh chemi- Leather, Vinyl, and Rubber
cals. If a plastic part comes in If your motorcycle has leather ac-
contact with any harsh chemical cessories, special care must be taken.
substance, wash it off immedi- Use a leather cleaner/treatment to
ately with water and a mild neu- clean and care for leather accessories.
tral detergent, and then inspect Washing leather parts with detergent
for damage. Avoid using abra- and water will damage them, shorten-
sive pads or brushes to clean ing their life.
plastic parts, as they will dam- Vinyl parts should be washed with the
age the part’s finish. rest of the motorcycle, then treated with
a vinyl treatment.
The sidewalls of tires and other rub-

ber components should be treated with
a rubber protectant to help prolong their
useful life.
WARNING
Rubber protectants can be slip-
pery and, if used on the tread
area, cause loss of traction re-
sulting in accident causing in-
jury or death. Do not apply rub-
ber protectant to any tread area.
Bolt and Nut Tightening

In accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart, it is very important to check
the tightness of the bolts and nuts listed here. Also, check to see that each cotter
pin is in place and in good condition. Please ask your authorized Kawasaki dealer
for torque values.
1. Front Fender Mounting

Bolts
2. Front Fork Clamp Bolts
3. Handlebar Clamp Bolts
4. Clutch Lever Holder Bolts
5. Steering Stem Head Bolt
6. Steering Stem Nut
7. Pivot Shaft Bolt
8. Step Stay Mounting Bolt
9. Grab Rail Mounting Bolt
10. Brake Disk Mounting
Bolts
11. Caliper Mounting Bolts
12. Engine Mounting Bolts
and Nuts
13. Side Stand Bolt
14. Rear Axle Nut
15. Rear Sprocket Mounting
Bolts
16. Front Brake Master

Cylinder Clamp Bolt
17. Rear Shock Absorber
Mounting Bolts
18. Front Axle Clamp Bolt
19. Front Axle Shaft
20. Brake Pedal Mounting
Bolt
21. Rear Master Cylinder
Mounting Bolts
STORAGE 155
STORAGE
Preparation for Storage:

• Clean the entire vehicle thoroughly.
• engine oil.engine for about five minutes to warm the oil, shut it off, and drain the
Run the
WARNING
Motor oil is a toxic substance. Dispose of used oil properly. Contact your
local authorities for approved disposal methods or possible recycling.
• Put in fresh engine oil.

• Empty the fuel from the fuel tank by the pump or siphon.
WARNING
Gasoline is extremely flammable and can be explosive under certain con-
ditions. Turn the ignition key to “OFF”. Do not smoke. Make sure the
area is well ventilated and free from any source of flame or sparks; this
includes any appliance with a pilot light.
Gasoline is a toxic substance. Dispose of gasoline properly. Contact your
local authorities for approved disposal methods.
156 STORAGE
• Empty the fuel system by running the engine at idle speed until the engine stalls.
(If left in for a long time, the fuel will break down and could clog the fuel system.)
• Reduce tire pressure by about 20%.
• Set the motorcycle on a box or stand so that both wheels are raised off the ground.
(If this cannot be done, put boards under the front and rear wheels to keep damp-
ness away from the tire rubber.)
• Spray oil on all unpainted metal surfaces to prevent rusting. Avoid getting oil on
rubber parts or in the brakes.
• Lubricate the drive chain and all the cables.
• Remove the battery, and store it where it will not be exposed to direct sunlight,
moisture, or freezing temperature. During storage it should be given a slow
charge (one ampere or less) about once a month. Keep the battery well charged
especially during cold weather.
• Tie plastic bags over the mufflers to prevent moisture from entering.
• Put a cover over the motorcycle to keep dust and dirt from accumulating on it.
Preparation after Storage:
• Remove the plastic bags from the mufflers.
• Fill the fuelbattery
Install the in the motorcycle and charge the battery if necessary.
• Check all the points listed
tank with fuel.
• Lubricate the pivots, bolts,inand
the Daily Safety Checks section.
• nuts.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 157
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Engine Does Not Start - • Incorrect spark plug gap

Starter Motor Won’t Turn • Battery discharged
Incorrect valve clearance
• Engine stop switch off • No first turning the ignition key to
• Transmission not in neutral • “OFF” when the motorcycle falls
• Fuse blown
• Battery leads do not make good elec-
trical contact with battery terminals
down.
• Battery discharged Engine Stalls -

Just When Shifting Into 1st Gear
Engine Cranks, But Won’t Start • Side stand has been left down
•No fuel in tank • Clutch does not properly disengage
•Fuel line clogged While Riding

•Fuel broken down • No fuel in tank
•Engine flooded • Fuel tank air vent is obstructed
•Spark plugs not in good contact • Overheating
•Spark plugs fouled or wet • Battery discharged
158 OWNER SATISFACTION
OWNER SATISFACTION
(For Products Sold in the Continental United States of America Only)
Your satisfaction is important to your authorized Kawasaki dealer and to Kawasaki

Motors Corp., U.S.A. If you have a problem concerning warranty or service, please
take the following action:
Contact the owner and/or service manager of your authorized Kawasaki dealer.
Fully explain your problem and ask for assistance in resolving the situation. The
OWNER of the dealership is concerned with your satisfaction and your future busi-
ness. For this reason the owner is in the best position to assist you. Also, all
warranty and service matters are handled and resolved through the authorized
Kawasaki dealer network.
If you are unsatisfied after working with your Kawasaki dealer and feel you still re-
quire further assistance, write to the address below. Please be certain to provide
the model, product identification number, mileage or hours of use, accessories,
dates that events occurred and what action has been taken by both you and your
dealer. Include the name and address of the dealership. To assist us in resolving
OWNER SATISFACTION 159
your inquiry, please include copies of related receipts and any other pertinent infor-
mation including the names of the dealership personnel with whom you have been
working in the resolution of your problem.
Upon receipt of your correspondence we will contact the dealership and work with
them in resolving your problem.
In order to provide a permanent record, all warranty and service resolutions take
place only through written correspondence.
Please send your correspondence to:

CONSUMER RELATIONS
KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A.
P. O. Box 25252
SANTA ANA, CA. 92799-5252
(949) 460–5688
160 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
(For Products Sold in the Continental United States of America Only)
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could
cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Kawasaki Motors Corpora-
tion, U.S.A.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds

that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems be-
tween you, your dealer, or Kawasaki Motors Corporation, U.S.A.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800
-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. De-
partment of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other
information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION 161
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
To protect our environment, properly discard used batteries, tires, engine oil, or
other vehicle components that you might dispose of in the future. Consult your
authorized Kawasaki dealer or local environmental waste agency for their proper
disposal procedure.
162 LOCATION OF LABELS
LOCATION OF LABELS
*1. Fuel Level

2. Brake Fluid (Front)
3. Brake Fluid (Rear)
*: Only on California model
LOCATION OF LABELS 163
4. Tire and Load Data

5. Important Drive Chain Information
6. Vehicle Emission Control Information
7. Daily Safety Checks
8. Noise Emission Control Information
*9. Vacuum Hose Routing Diagram
*: Only on California model
10. Weight and Manufacture

11. Battery Poison/Danger
(1) Only on California model (3)
(2)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(6) Only on California model

(7)
(8) (9) Only on California model

(10)
(11)
MAINTENANCE RECORD 173
MAINTENANCE RECORD
Owner Name.......................................................................................
Address ..............................................................................................
Phone Number ...................................................................................
Engine Number ..................................................................................
Vehicle Number..................................................................................
Selling Dealer Name ..........................................................................
Phone Number ...................................................................................
Warranty Start Date ...........................................................................
Note: Keep this information and a spare key in a secure location.
Odometer
Date Maintenance Performed Dealer Name Dealer Address
Reading
174 MAINTENANCE RECORD
Odometer
Reading
Odometer
Reading
176 MAINTENANCE RECORD
Odometer
Reading
Odometer
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GENERAL INFORMATION j

Quick Reference Guide

A Table of Contents is included after

DANGER indicates a hazardous

All products are subject to change without prior notice or obligation.

KAWASAKI HEAVY INDUSTRIES, LTD.

SPECIFICATIONS............................... 8 Brake/Clutch Lever Adjusters........... 35

Carburetion System FI (Fuel Injection)

Overall Drive Ratio 5.473 (Top gear)

Tire Size: Front 120/70 ZR 17 M/C (58 W)

Frame No. Engine No.

A. Frame Number A. Engine Number

1. Clutch Lever 5. Right Handlebar Switches

9. Headlight 15. Seat 20. Front Fork

WARNING warranty. In selecting and using acces-

fitting additional accessories. The fol- 3. All baggage should be carried as

6. Do not install accessories or carry designed or installed items can re-

Speedometer: Digital Meter:

Tachometer Gauge – Clock -

• Push the RESET button. The hour

display starts flashing. Push the

Odometer - Trip Meter -

When the battery is disconnected,

As the fuel level in the tank goes

only the last 1 segment (E) is displayed

Write your key number here.

Ignition Switch/Steering Lock

A. Ignition Switch/Steering Lock

Engine off. All electrical the engine immediately after turning

Right Handlebar Switches NOTE

A. Engine Stop Switch

Starter Button: Left Handlebar Switches

NOTE Turn Signal Switch:

NOTICE Brake/Clutch Lever Adjusters

NOTE Fuel Tank

the Motor Octane Number (MON) as NOTICE

Fuels Containing Oxygenates

which are required to sell such refor- NOTICE

Stand Whenever the side stand is used,

Seat • Pull the rear end of the seat up while

A. Turn the Key

• Insert the hook at the rear of the seat

Helmet Holding Cable WARNING

A. Helmet Holding Cables

Tool Kit/U-Shaped Lock Install the U-shaped part and lock

Some U-shaped locks cannot be Rear View Mirror

A. Rear View Mirror

Starting the Engine

• After the meter operation check,

A. Engine Stop Switch

NOTICE Jump Starting

DANGER • Connect a jumper cable from the

•Remove the seat. Terminal

•Make sure the ignition key is turned

booster battery to your motorcy-

(–), or a battery explosion and

Moving Off NOTE

Shifting Gears WARNING

Vehicle speed when shifting

Braking • For emergency braking, disregard

Stopping the Engine

Stopping the Motorcycle in an 2. During removal of the air cleaner,

and the motorcycle is not close to