Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: Air Cleaner

Nozzle Assy Assembly

Before assembling, blow away dirt or dust from the delivery pipes [A] by applying compressed air [B]. Replace the O-rings [A] of the joint pipe [B] with new ones. Apply engine oil to ...

Air Cleaner Element Inspection

Remove the air cleaner element (see Air Cleaner Element Replacement in the Periodic Maintenance chapter). Visually check the element [A] for tears or breaks. If the element has any tears or ...

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Connecting Rod Twist Inspection
With the big-end arbor [A] still on V block [C], hold the connecting rod horizontally and measure the amount that the arbor [B] varies from being paralleled with the surface plate over a 100 mm (3.94 in.) length of the arbor to determine the amount of connecting rod twist. If the conne ...

Ignition Switch/Steering Lock
This is a three-position, key-operated switch. The key can be removed from the switch when it is in the OFF or LOCK position. A. Ignition Switch/Steering Lock B. ON position C. OFF position D. LOCK position NOTE The tail, city and license plate lights are on whenever the ignition key i ...

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 functioning properly. Steering: Looseness in the steering can cause loss of control. Check to see that the handlebar turns freely but ha ...