Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: Tire Air Pressure Inspection

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Adjust the tire air pressure according to the specifications if necessary.

Tire Air Pressure Inspection


Air Pressure (when Cold) Front: Up to 180 kg (397 lb) load:250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm², 36 psi)

Rear: Up to 180 kg (397 lb) load: 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm², 42 psi)

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Wheel/Tire Damage Inspection
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Install the both rocker arms [A] so that their marks [B] face left side. Replace the tie-rod nut, rear shock absorber nut and rocker arm nut with new ones. Apply grease to the inside of the oil seals. Tighten: Torque - Rocker Arm Nut: 34 N·m (3.5 kgf·m, 25 ft·lb) Tie-Rod ...

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