Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: Rear Shock Absorber Scrapping

Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual / Suspension / Rear Shock Absorber / Rear Shock Absorber Scrapping

WARNING

Pressurized nitrogen may explode when heated.

The rear shock contains nitrogen gas. To avoid an explosion, do not incinerate the shock body without first releasing the nitrogen and removing the shraeder valve.

Rear Shock Absorber Scrapping


WARNING

Pressurized gas can cause injury. Do not point the drill toward your face or body.

Rear Shock Absorber Inspection
Remove the rear shock absorber (see Rear Shock Absorber Removal). Visually inspect the following items. Smooth Stroke Oil Leakage Crack or Dent If there is any damage to the rear ...

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Spring Plate Free Play Measurement
Insufficient clutch free play will cause the engine braking effect to be more sudden, resulting in rear wheel hop. On the other hand, if the free play is excessive, the clutch lever may feel “spongy� or pulsate when pulled. Hold an extra drive shaft in a vise and install the following c ...

Battery Charging
Remove the battery from the motorcycle (see Battery Removal). Attach the leads from the charger and charge the battery at a rate (amperage x hours) that is indicated on the battery. If it is not possible to read the rate, charge the battery at an amperage that is about 1/10th of the ...

Exhaust Butterfly Valve Actuator Removal
NOTICE Never drop the exhaust butterfly valve actuator especially on a hard surface. Such a shock to the actuator can damage it. Remove: Front Seat (see Front Seat Removal in the Frame chapter) Clamp [A] Screws [B] and Washers Slide the covers [A] and loosen the lock nuts [B] ...