Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: Engine Top End

Radiator Hose and Pipe Inspection (coolant leak, damage, installation condition)

The high pressure inside the radiator hose can cause coolant to leak [A] or the hose to burst if the line is not properly maintained. Visually inspect the hoses for signs of deterioration. S ...

Valve Clearance Inspection

NOTE Valve clearance must be checked and adjusted when the engine is cold (at room temperature). Remove: Crankshaft Sensor Cover (see Crankshaft Sensor Removal in the Electrical System chapt ...

Other materials:

Parking
WARNINGOperating or parking the vehicle near flammable materials can cause a fire, and can result in property damage or severe personal injury. Do not idle or park your vehicle in an area where tall or dry vegetation, or other flammable materials could come into cont ...

Cylinder Head Cover Installation
Replace the cylinder head cover gasket [A] with a new one 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 [B] to the cylinder head as shown in the figure. Sealant - Li ...

Timing Rotor Installation
Install the timing rotor [A] on the crankshaft [B] with their teeth [C] aligned. Holding the timing rotor with the flywheel & pulley holder and tighten the bolt. Torque - Timing Rotor Bolt: 39 N·m (4.0 kgf·m, 29 ft·lb) Special Tool - Flywheel & Pulley Holder: 57001-1605 I ...