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 ReplacementStarter Clutch Installation
Replace the O-ring [A] with a new one and apply grease.
Apply molybdenum disulfide grease to the starter clutch
shaft [B].
Install:
Starter Clutch [C]
Spacer (Small Diameter) [D]
Spacer (Large Diameter) [E]
Starter Clutch Shaft
Starter Clutch Shaft Holder [F]
Turn the O-ring si ...
Coupling Bearing Removal
Remove:
Coupling
Grease Seal
Circlip [A]
Special Tool - Inside Circlip Pliers: 57001-143
Remove the bearing [A] by tapping from the wheel side.
Special Tool - Bearing Driver Set [B]: 57001-1129
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Exhaust Butterfly Valve Actuator Inspection
NOTE
Be sure the battery is fully charged
Remove the front seat (see Front Seat Removal in the
Frame chapter).
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
In the left side view of the motorcycle, check to see
the pulley [A] clockwise [B] and counterclockwise [C]
smoothly.
The pulley turns ...