Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: Inquiries to Rider

Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual / Brakes / KIBS (Equipped Models) / Inquiries to Rider

Each rider reacts to problems in different ways, so it is important to confirm what kind of condition the rider is dissatisfied with.
Try to find out exactly what problem occurs under exactly what conditions by asking the rider; knowing this information may help you reproduce the problem in the shop.
The diagnosis sheet will help prevent you from overlooking any keys, so always use it.

Sample Diagnosis Sheet

Sample Diagnosis Sheet

Pre-Diagnosis Inspection 1

Pre-Diagnosis Inspection 1

Pre-Diagnosis Inspection 2

Pre-Diagnosis Inspection 2

Self-diagnosis Outline

Refer to the Self-Diagnosis System chapter for the self-diagnosis or service code.

KIBS Troubleshooting Outline

When an abnormality in the system occurs, the ABS indicator light (LED) and KIBS indicator light (LED) light up and the KIBS warning symbol are displayed on the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) to aler ...

ABS and KIBS Indicator Lights (LED) Inspection

In this model, the ABS indicator light (LED) [A] and KIBS indicator light (LED) [B] go on or blink by the data sent from the KIBS hydraulic unit. Refer to the Meter Unit Inspection in the Electr ...

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Shifting Gears
Close the throttle while pulling in the clutch lever. Shift into the next higher or lower gear. Open the throttle part way, while releasing the clutch lever. For smooth riding, each gear position should cover the proper rate of speed shown in the table. WARNINGDownshifti ...

Balance Inspection
Remove the front and rear wheels (see Front/Rear Wheel Removal). Support the wheel so that it can be spun freely. Spin the wheel lightly, and mark [A] the wheel at the top when the wheel stops. Repeat this procedure several times. If the wheel stops of its own accord in various positi ...

Fuel Hose Inspection (fuel leak, damage, installation condition)
If the motorcycle is not properly handled, the high pressure inside the fuel line can cause fuel to leak [A] or the hose to burst. Remove the fuel tank (see Fuel Tank Removal in the Fuel System (DFI) chapter) and check the fuel hoses. Replace the fuel hose if any fraying, cracks [B] or ...