Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: Balance Adjustment

Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual / Wheels/Tires / Wheels (Rims) / Balance Adjustment

If the wheel rotates and the weight goes up, replace the weight with the next heavier size. If the wheel rotates and the weight goes down, replace the weight with the next lighter size. Repeat these steps until the wheel remains at rest after being rotated 1/4 turn.

Balance Adjustment


Balance Inspection
Remove the front and rear wheels (see Front/Rear Wheel Removal). Support the wheel so that it can be spun freely. Spin the wheel lightly, and mark [A] the wheel at the top when the wheel st ...

Balance Weight Removal
Insert a regular tip screwdrivers [A] [B] between the rib [C] and weight [D] as shown in the figure. Pry the balance weight with two screwdrivers and remove the balance weight. Discard the ...

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Model Identification
ZX1000JB (US and CA Models) Left Side View ZX1000JB (US and CA Models) Right Side View ZX1000JB (EUR Models) Left Side View ZX1000JB (EUR Models) Right Side View ZX1000KB (US and CA Models) Left Side View ZX1000KB (US and CA Models) Right Side View ZX1000KB (EUR Models) ...

Brake Hose and Pipe Damage and Installation Condition Inspection
Inspect the brake hoses, pipes and fittings for deterioration, cracks and signs of leakage. The high pressure inside the brake line can cause fluid to leak [A] or the hose to burst if the line is not properly maintained. Bend and twist the rubber hose while examining it. Replace the ...

Rear Master Cylinder Removal
Unscrew the brake hose banjo bolt [A] and remove the brake hose (see Brake Hose and Pipe Replacement in the Periodic Maintenance chapter). Remove: Rear Master Cylinder Mounting Bolts [B] Foot Guard [C] Screw and Stopper [D] Bolt [E] Front Footpeg Bracket Bolts [F] Cable Guide [G ...