Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: Brakes

Chain Guide Wear Inspection

Remove the swingarm (see Swingarm Removal in the Suspection chapter). Visually inspect the chain guide [A]. Replace the chain guide if it shows any signs of abnormal wear or damage. ...

Brake Fluid Leak (Brake Hose and Pipe) Inspection

For KIBS equipped models, remove the fuel tank (see Fuel Tank Removal in the Fuel System (DFI) chapter). Apply the brake lever or pedal and inspect the brake fluid leak from the brake hoses [ ...

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Throttle Control System
Check the throttle grip play each day before riding the motorcycle, and carry out maintenance and adjustments in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart. Adjust it if necessary. Throttle Grip The throttle grip controls the butterfly valves in the throttle body. If the throttle grip ha ...

Flap and Rear Fender Rear Removal
Remove: Front and Rear Seat (see Front/Rear Seat Removal) Seat Covers (see Seat Cover Removal) Vehicle-down Sensor Connector [A] Screws [B] Clear the seat lock cable [C] from the seat lock unit [D]. Take off the seat lock unit and the bracket. Remove: Bolts [A] (Both Sides ...

Spring Plate Free Play Adjustment
NOTE The free play adjustment is performed by replacing the steel plate(s). Measure the clutch spring plate free play (see Clutch Spring Plate Free Play Measurement), and then replace the steel plate(s) which brings the free play within the usable range. Spring Plate Free Play Usable ...