If there are obstructions to air flow, remove them.
If the corrugated fins [A] are deformed, carefully straighten them.
If the air passages of the radiator core are blocked more than 20% by unremovable obstructions or irreparably deformed fins, replace the radiator with a new one.
NOTICE
When cleaning the radiator with steam cleaner, be careful of the following to prevent radiator damage: Keep the steam gun [A] away more than 0.5 m (1.6 ft) [B] from the radiator core.
Hold the steam gun perpendicular [C] (not oblique [D]) to the core surface.
Run the steam gun, following the core fin direction.
Radiator and Radiator Fan Installation
Radiator Cap InspectionWheel Inspection
Raise the front/rear wheel off the ground.
Special Tools - Jack: 57001-1238
Jack Attachment: 57001-1608
Spin the wheel lightly, and check for roughness or binding.
If roughness or binding is found, replace the hub bearings
(see Hub Bearing Removal/Installation).
Inspect the wh ...
Stopping the Motorcycle in an Emergency
Your Kawasaki Motorcycle has been
designed and manufactured to provide
you optimum safety and convenience.
However, in order to fully benefit
from Kawasaki’s safety engineering
and craftsmanship, it is essential that
you, the owner and operator, properly
maintain your motorcycle and becom ...
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 ...