NOTE
The procedure to change the front brake fluid is as follows.
Changing the rear brake fluid is the same as for the front brake.
Level the brake fluid reservoir.
Repeat this operation until fresh brake fluid comes out from the plastic hose or the color of the fluid changes.
1. Open the bleed valve [A].
2. Apply the brake and hold it [B].
3. Close the bleed valve [C].
4. Release the brake [D].
NOTE
Remove the clear plastic hose.
Install the diaphragm and reservoir cap.
Follow the procedure below to install the front/rear brake fluid reservoir cap correctly.
Torque - Front Brake Reservoir Cap Stopper Screw: 1.2 N·m (0.12 kgf·m, 11 in·lb)
Torque - Bleed Valves: 7.8 N·m (0.80 kgf·m, 69 in·lb)
If necessary, bleed the air from the lines.
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11. ZX1000JD/KD
AD: Apply adhesive.
AL: Tighten the two clamp bolts alternately two times to ensure even tightening
torque.
G: Apply grease.
L: Apply a non-permanent locking agent.
Specifications
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Crankshaft Installation
NOTE
If the crankshaft is replaced with a new one, refer to
the Connecting Rod Big End Bearing/Crankshaft Main
Bearing Insert Selection in the Specifications.
NOTICE
If the crankshaft, bearing inserts, or crankcase
halves are replaced with new ones, select the bearing
inserts and check cleara ...
Spring Preload Adjustment
Remove the rear shock absorber from the frame (see
Rear Shock Absorber Removal).
Loosen the locknut and turn out the adjusting nut to free
the spring.
Special Tools - Hook Wrench T=3.2 R37: 57001-1539
Hook Wrench R=35: 57001-1580
To adjust the spring preload, turn in the adjusting n ...