Use the micrometer to measure at several points around the ring.
Piston Ring Thickness Standard:
Top [A] 0.77 
0.79 mm (0.0303
0.0311 in.)
Second [B] 0.78 
0.79 mm
(0.0307 
0.0311 in.)
Service Limit:
Top 0.70 mm (0.0276 in.)
Second 0.71 mm (0.0280 in.)
If any of the measurements is less than the service limit on either of the rings, replace all the rings.
NOTE
When using new rings in a used piston, check for uneven groove wear. The rings should fit perfectly parallel to the groove sides. If not, replace the piston.
Piston Ring Groove Width Inspection
Piston Ring End Gap InspectionSteering 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 ...
Starter Relay Inspection
Remove the front seat (see Front Seat Removal in the
Frame chapter).
Remove the battery negative (–) cable from the battery
negative (–) terminal (see Battery Removal).
Take the starter relay [A] off the rear fender.
Remove the cover [B].
Remove:
Starter Motor Cable [A] ...
Tire Wear, Damage
As the tire tread wears down, the tire
becomes more susceptible to puncture
and failure. An accepted estimate is
that 90% of all tire failures occur during
the last 10% of tread life (90% worn).
So it is false economy and unsafe to
use the tires until they are bald
In accordance with the ...