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 ReplacementExternal Shift Mechanism Installation
Install the gear positioning lever [A] as shown in the figure.
Install:
Spring [B]
Washer [C]
Tighten:
Torque - Gear Positioning Lever Bolt [D]: 12 N·m (1.2 kgf·m,
106 in·lb)
Assemble:
Ratchet [A]
Pawls [B]
Pins [C]
Springs [D]
Install the shift ratchet ...
Crankshaft Main Bearing
Insert/Journal Wear Inspection
Split the crankcase (see Crankcase Splitting).
Cut strips of plastigage to journal width.
Place a strip on each journal parallel to the crankshaft
installed in the correct position.
Tighten the crankcase bolts to the specified torque (see
Crankcase Assembly).
NOTE
Do not turn ...
Oxygen Sensor Installation (Equipped Models)
NOTICE
Never drop the oxygen sensor [A] especially on a
hard surface. Such a shock to the unit can damage
it. Do not touch the sensing part [B] to prevent oil
contact. Oil contamination from hands can reduce
sensor performance.
Tighten:
Torque - Oxygen Sensor: 25 N·m (2.5 kgf·m, 18 ...
