If the disc has worn past the service limit, replace it.
Measuring Area [B]

Brake Disc Thickness Standard:
Front 5.3
5.7 mm (0.21
0.22 in.)
Rear 4.8
5.2 mm (0.19
0.20 in.)
Service Limit:
Front 5.0 mm (0.20 in.)
Rear 4.5 mm (0.18 in.)
Brake Disc Installation
Brake Disc Warp InspectionMaster Cylinder Rubber Parts Replacement
Front Master Cylinder Disassembly
Remove the front master cylinder (see Front Master Cylinder
Removal in the Brakes chapter).
Remove the seal cover [A], circlip [B], connector [C] and
O-ring [D].
Special Tool - Inside Circlip Pliers: 57001-143
Unscrew the locknut [E] and pivot bolt ...
Balancer Installation
Position the crankshaft at #2, 3 positions TDC or at #1, 4
positions TDC.
Install the balancer assembly as follows.
Align the punch mark [A] on the weight and the projection
[B] on the crankcase.
Engage the balancer gear and the crankshaft gear.
Insert the balancer shaft until it is bot ...
Rear Shock Absorber Inspection
Press down on the seat several times
to inspect the stroke.
Visually inspect the rear shock absorber
for oil leaks.
If there is any doubt about the rear
shock absorber, it should be inspected
by an authorized Kawasaki
dealer.
A. Rear Shock Absorber
Spring Preload Adjustment
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