Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: Final Drive

Wheel Bearing Damage Inspection

Raise the front wheel off the ground with the jack (see Front Wheel Removal in the Wheels/Tires chapter). Special Tools - Jack: 57001-1238 Jack Attachment: 57001-1608 Turn the handlebar a ...

Drive Chain Lubrication Condition Inspection

If a special lubricant is not available, a heavy oil such as SAE 90 is preferred to a lighter oil because it will stay on the chain longer and provide better lubrication. If the chain appears ...

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Brakes
Brake Wear Inspection Inspect the brakes for wear. For each front and rear disc brake caliper, if the thickness of either pad is less than 1 mm (0.04 in.), replace both pads in the caliper as a set. Pad replacement should be done by an authorized Kawasaki dealer. A. Lining Thickness B. ...

Coupling Bearing Removal
Remove: Coupling Grease Seal Circlip [A] Special Tool - Inside Circlip Pliers: 57001-143 Remove the bearing [A] by tapping from the wheel side. Special Tool - Bearing Driver Set [B]: 57001-1129 ...

Air Cleaner Housing Installation
For ZX1000JD/KD, be sure to install the pad [A]. Install the clamp bolt heads [A] inside as shown in the figure. Install the air cleaner housing on the throttle body assy. Push in the ducts [B] touch the stoppers [C] of the throttle body. Be sure the hoses are routed correctly ...