Remove the radiator cap in two steps. First turn the cap counterclockwise to the first stop. Then push and turn it further in the same direction and remove the cap.
NOTE
Wet the cap sealing surfaces with water or coolant to prevent pressure leaks.
NOTICE
During pressure testing, do not exceed the pressure for which the system is designed. The maximum pressure is 142 kPa (1.45 kgf/cm², 21 psi).
If the pressure holds steady, the system is all right.
If the pressure drops and no external source is found, check for internal leaks. Droplets in the engine oil indicate internal leakage. Check the cylinder head gasket and the water pump.
Remove the pressure tester, replenish the coolant, and install the radiator cap.
Brake Fluid Level Inspection
Check that the brake fluid level in the front brake reservoir
[A] is above the lower level line [B].
NOTE
Hold the reservoir horizontal by turning the handlebar
when checking brake fluid level.
If the fluid level is lower than the lower level line, fill the
reservoir to the upper lev ...
Windshield and Other Plastic Parts
After washing use a soft cloth to
gently dry plastic parts. When dry,
treat the windshield, headlight lens,
and other nonpainted plastic parts with
an approved plastic cleaner/polisher
product.
NOTICE
Plastic parts may deteriorate
and break if they come in contact
with chemical substances
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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 ...