NOTE
In dusty areas, the element should be replaced more frequently than the recommended interval.
| WARNING If dirt or dust is allowed to pass through into the throttle body assy, the throttle may become stuck, possibly causing accident. Replace the air cleaner element according to the maintenance chart. |
NOTICE
If dirt gets through into the engine, excessive engine wear and possibly engine damage will occur.
NOTICE
Use only the recommended air cleaner element (Kawasaki part number 11013-0041). Using another air cleaner element will wear the engine prematurely or lower the engine performance.

Fuel Hose ReplacementThermostat Inspection
Remove the thermostat (see Thermostat Removal).
Inspect the thermostat valve [A] at room temperature.
If the valve is open, replace the thermostat with a new
one.
To check valve opening temperature, suspend the thermostat
[A] in a container of water and raise the temperature
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Crankshaft Sensor Removal
Remove:
Fuel Tank (see Fuel Tank Removal in the Fuel System
(DFI) chapter)
Crankshaft Sensor Lead Connector [A]
Remove:
Right Lower Fairing (see Lower Fairing Removal in the
Frame chapter)
Bolts [A]
Crankshaft Sensor Cover [B] and Gasket
Oil Pressure Switch Terminal [C]
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Break-in
The first 1 600 km (1 000 mi) that the motorcycle is ridden is designated
as the
break-in period. If the motorcycle is not used carefully during this period, you
may
very well end up with a “broken down� instead of a “broken in� motorcycle after
a
few thousand kilometers.
The fol ...