The standard adjuster setting is the 1 3/4 turns out from the fully clockwise position.

Rebound Damping Force Adjustment


Compression Damping Force AdjustmentFront Fender Removal
Remove:
Bolts [A] with Washers (Both Sides)
Reflectors (Both Sides, US, CA, CAL and AU Models)
Front Fender [B]
Take the brake hose off the clamp [C] (both sides).
Front Fender Installation
Apply a non-permanent locking agent to the front fender
mounting bolts.
Tighten:
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Technical Information - Electronic Steering Damper (ESD/ZX1000JD/KD models)
1) Overview
This model has an Electronic Steering Damper (ESD)
[A]. Unlike conventional manual adjustment method of
Kawasaki, damping characteristics are adjusted by the
electronic control unit.
2) Purpose
Designed to offer increased stability at high speed without interfering with
light ...
Seat Cover Installation
Installation is the reverse of removal. Note the following.
When installing the pad [A], install it along the corner [B]
as shown in the figure.
When installing the pad [C], align the ends [D], along the
corner [E], and wrap [F] the upper edge of the seat cover.
Install the damper [A] ...