Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: Radiator Hose and Pipe Inspection (coolant leak, damage, installation condition)

Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual / Periodic Maintenance / Periodic Maintenance Procedures / Cooling System / Radiator Hose and Pipe Inspection (coolant leak, damage, installation condition)

The high pressure inside the radiator hose can cause coolant to leak [A] or the hose to burst if the line is not properly maintained.

Replace the hose if any fraying, cracks [B] or bulges [C] are noticed.

Torque - Water Hose Clamp Screws: 3.0 N·m (0.31 kgf·m, 27 in·lb)

Radiator Hose and Pipe Inspection (coolant leak, damage, installation condition)


Coolant Level Inspection
NOTE Check the level when the engine is cold (room or ambient temperature). Check the coolant level in the reserve tank [A] with the motorcycle held perpendicular (Do not use the sidestand). ...

Engine Top End
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Other materials:

Cable Removal
Remove: Air Cleaner Housing (see Air Cleaner Housing Removal in the Fuel System (DFI) chapter) Right Lower Fairing (see Lower Fairing Removal in the Frame chapter) Loosen the nuts [A], and slide the lower end of the clutch cable to give the cable plenty of play. Screw in the ...

Loading and accessories information
WARNINGIncorrect loading, improper installation or use of accessories, or modification of your motorcyclemay result in an unsafe riding condition. Before you ride the motorcycle, make sure it is not overloaded and that you have followed these instructions. With the ...

Air Switching Valve (Service Code 64)
Air Switching Valve Removal/Installation Refer to the Air Switching Valve Removal/Installation in the Engine Top End chapter. Air Switching Valve Inspection Refer to the Air Switching Valve Unit Test in the Electrical System chapter. If the air switching valve [A] is normal, check ...