For the front caliper, be sure to install the collars [A].
Replace the washers on each side of hose fitting with new ones.
Touch the brake hoses [A] to the stopper [B] of the caliper.
Front Calipers [C] Rear Caliper [D]
WARNING After servicing, it takes several applications of the brake lever or pedal before the brake pads contact the disc, which could result in increased stopping distance and cause an accident resulting in injury or death. Do not attempt to ride the motorcycle until a firm brake lever or pedal is obtained by pumping the lever or pedal until the pads are against the disc. |
Front Caliper Disassembly
Front Caliper Assembly
Rear Caliper Disassembly
Refer to the Caliper Rubber Parts Replacement in the Periodic Maintenance chapter.
Rear Caliper Assembly
Refer to the Caliper Rubber Parts Replacement in the Periodic Maintenance chapter.
Vehicle-down Sensor Output Voltage Inspection
Remove the vehicle-down sensor.
Connect the measuring adapter [A] to the vehicle-down
sensor connectors as shown in the figure.
Special Tool - Measuring Adapter: 57001-1700
Main Harness [B]
Vehicle-down Sensor [C]
Connect a digital meter [D] to the measuring adapter
leads.
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Bolt and Nut Tightening
In accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart, it is very important to
check
the tightness of the bolts and nuts listed here. Also, check to see that each
cotter
pin is in place and in good condition. Please ask your authorized Kawasaki
dealer
for torque values.
1. Clutch Lever Hol ...
Compression Damping Force Adjustment
The compression damping force adjusters
for high and low speeds are located
on the gas reservoir at the left
side of the rear shock absorber.
A. High Speed Adjuster
B. Low Speed Adjuster
NOTE
Turning the high speed adjuster has
the low speed adjuster turning. Although
the low speed adju ...