Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: Dust Seal Inspection

Inner Tube Inspection

Visually inspect the inner tube [A]. If there is any damage, replace the inner tube. Since damage to the inner tube damages the oil seal, replace the oil seal whenever the inner tube is replac ...

Spring Tension Inspection

Since a spring becomes shorter as it weakens, check its free length [A] to determine its condition. If the spring of either fork leg is shorter than the service limit, it must be replaced. If ...

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Spring Preload Adjustment
To adjust the spring preload, turn the spring preload adjuster [A]. The standard adjuster setting is the 6 turns in from the fully counterclockwise position. WARNINGIf both adjusters are not adjusted equally, handling may be impaired and a hazardous condition may result. B ...

Canister Inspection
Refer to the Evaporative Emission Control System Inspection (CAL and SEA-B1 Models) in the Periodic Maintenance chapter. 1. Green Hoses (Purge) 2. Fittings 3. Canister 4. White Hose (Vacuum) 5. Throttle Body Assy 6. Fuel Tank 7.Red Hose (Return) 8. Blue Hose (Breather) 9. Brack ...

Steering Damper Installation
Install the following parts as shown in the figure. Collar [A] Washer (t = 3.5 mm, 0.14 in.) [B] Steering Damper [C] ( ZX1000JC/KC) Electronic Steering Damper [D] (ZX1000JD/KD) Washer (t = 1.2 mm, 0.05 in.) [E] Apply a non-permanent locking agent to the threads of the steering ...