NOTE
In dusty areas, the element should be replaced more frequently than the recommended interval.
| WARNING If dirt or dust is allowed to pass through into the throttle body assy, the throttle may become stuck, possibly causing accident. Replace the air cleaner element according to the maintenance chart. |
NOTICE
If dirt gets through into the engine, excessive engine wear and possibly engine damage will occur.
NOTICE
Use only the recommended air cleaner element (Kawasaki part number 11013-0041). Using another air cleaner element will wear the engine prematurely or lower the engine performance.

Fuel Hose ReplacementOxygen Sensor Heater Power Source Voltage Inspection
NOTE
Be sure the battery is fully charged.
Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
Remove the fuel tank (see Fuel Tank Removal in the Fuel
System (DFI) chapter).
Disconnect the oxygen sensor lead connector and connect
the measuring adapter [A] between these connectors
as shown in the fig ...
Mode-switching
Depress the S-KTRC button on the left handlebar switch
to change the mode. The mode can be changed only when
the throttle grip is closed completely.
The S-KTRC OFF can be selected only when the motorcycle
is at a stop. Changing to mode 1 from S-KTRC OFF
is possible while riding.
NOTE
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Front Brake Pad Installation
Check that the pad spring [A] is in place on the caliper.
Push the caliper pistons in by hand as far as they will go.
Install the brake pads [A] on the pad spring correctly.
Fit the pad into the groove of the caliper as shown in the
figure.
Install the pad pins while pushing t ...