It is important to lubricate rotating or sliding parts during assembly to minimize wear during initial operation. Lubrication points are called out throughout this manual, apply the specific oil or grease as specified.

Direction of Engine Rotation
When rotating the crankshaft by hand, the free play amount of rotating direction will affect the adjustment. Rotate the crankshaft to positive direction (clockwise viewed from output side).

Oil Seal, Grease Seal
Electrical LeadsFluid Level Inspection
With the brake fluid reservoirs held
horizontal, the brake fluid level must
be kept between the upper and lower
level lines.
A. Front Brake Fluid Reservoir
B. Upper Level Line
C. Lower Level Line
A. Rear Brake Fluid Reservoir
B. Upper Level Line
C. Lower Level Line
If th ...
Stopping the Motorcycle in an Emergency
Your Kawasaki Motorcycle has been
designed and manufactured to provide
you optimum safety and convenience.
However, in order to fully benefit
from Kawasaki’s safety engineering
and craftsmanship, it is essential that
you, the owner and operator, properly
maintain your motorcycle and becom ...
Rear Fender Front Installation
Installation is the reverse of removal. Note the following.
Run the harness, cables and leads correctly (see Cable,
Wire, and Hose Routing section in the Appendix chapter).
When installing the clamp [A] on the rear fender front [B],
install it so that the clamp positions at near the ...