NOTICE
The KIBS hydraulic unit [A] has been adjusted and set with precision at the factory. Therefore, it should be handled carefully, never struck sharply, as with a hammer, or allowed to fall on a hard surface.
Be careful not to get water or mud on the KIBS hydraulic unit.
Drain the brake fluid through the bleed valve by pumping the brake lever and pedal.
Clear the projection [C] from the bracket.
NOTICE
Clean all fittings on the KIBS hydraulic unit and the rear master cylinder because dirt around the banjo bolts could contaminate the brake fluid in the line during removal/installation.
Spread over a shop towel around the KIBS hydraulic unit before removing the brake line so that brake fluid does not leak on the parts.
NOTICE
Brake fluid quickly ruins painted plastic surfaces; any spilled fluid should be completely washed away immediately.
NOTE
Remove the brake hoses and pipes according to each assembly of the exploded view.
NOTICE
The KIBS hydraulic unit has been adjusted and set with precision at the factory. Do not try to disassemble and repair the KIBS hydraulic unit.
Storage
Preparation for Storage
Clean the entire vehicle thoroughly
Run the engine for about five minutes to warm the oil, shut it off, and
drain the
engine oil.
WARNINGEngine oil is a toxic substance. Dispose
of used oil properly. Contact
your local authorities for approved disp ...
Coupling Bearing Inspection
Since the coupling bearing is made to extremely close
tolerances, the clearance can not normally be measured.
NOTE
It is not necessary to remove the coupling bearing for
inspection. If the bearing is removed, it will need to be
replaced with a new one.
Turn the bearing in the coupling b ...
Technical Information - Electronic Steering Damper (ESD/ZX1000JD/KD models)
1) Overview
This model has an Electronic Steering Damper (ESD)
[A]. Unlike conventional manual adjustment method of
Kawasaki, damping characteristics are adjusted by the
electronic control unit.
2) Purpose
Designed to offer increased stability at high speed without interfering with
light ...