The first 1 600 km (1 000 mi) that the motorcycle is ridden is designated as the break-in period. If the motorcycle is not used carefully during this period, you may very well end up with a “broken down” instead of a “broken in” motorcycle after a few thousand kilometers.
The following rules should be observed during the break-in period.

NOTE
When operating on public roadways, keep maximum speed under traffic low limits.
| WARNING New tires are slippery and may cause loss of control and injury. A break-in period of 160 km (100 miles) is necessary to establish normal tire traction. During break-in, avoid sudden and maximum braking and acceleration, and hard cornering. |
In addition to the above, at 1 000 km (600 mi) it is extremely important that the owner has the initial maintenance service performed by a competent mechanic following the procedures in the Service Manual.
Front Footpeg PositionBalancer Installation
Position the crankshaft at #2, 3 positions TDC or at #1, 4
positions TDC.
Install the balancer assembly as follows.
Align the punch mark [A] on the weight and the projection
[B] on the crankcase.
Engage the balancer gear and the crankshaft gear.
Insert the balancer shaft until it is bot ...
Steering Damper Removal
ZX1000JC/KC
Remove:
Steering Damper Mounting Bolts (TORX Bolts) [A]
Washer [B]
Washer and Collar [C]
Steering Damper [D]
ZX1000JD/KD
Remove:
Clamp [A]
Connector [B] (Disconnect)
Steering Damper Mounting Bolts (TORX Bolts) [C]
Washer [D]
Washer and Collar [E]
Elect ...
Throttle Body Assy Holder Installation
Be sure to install the new O-rings [A].
Using a high flash-point solvent, clean off any oil or dirt
that may be on the silicone sealant coating area. Dry
them with a clean cloth.
Apply silicone sealant to any two positions of the new O
-ring.
Sealant - Liquid Gasket, TB1211F: 92104-0 ...