Kawasaki Ninja Owners Manual: Rear Shock Absorber

Kawasaki Ninja Owners Manual / Maintenance and adjustment / Rear Shock Absorber

The rear shock absorber should be checked for operation and oil leakage in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart.

For various riding or load conditions the rear shock absorber can be adjusted for:

Spring preload
Rebound damping force
Compression damping force

Compression Damping Force Adjuster and Rebound Damping Force Adjuster Adjustment

The compression damping force adjuster and the rebound damping force adjuster are located on top of each front fork leg. Turn the adjuster clockwise with a screwdriver to increase damping f ...

Rear Shock Absorber Inspection

Press down on the seat several times to inspect the stroke. Visually inspect the rear shock absorber for oil leaks. If there is any doubt about the rear shock absorber, it should be inspe ...

Other materials:

Antenna Resistance Inspection
Turn the ignition switch to OFF. Remove the air cleaner housing (see Air Cleaner Housing Removal in the Fuel System (DFI) chapter). Disconnect the antenna lead connector [A]. Measure the antenna resistance. Antenna Resistance Connections: BK lead ←→ BK/W lead Standard: Ab ...

Exploded View
HG: Apply high-temperature grease. HO: Apply heavy oil. L: Apply a non-permanent locking agent. MO: Apply molybdenum disulfide oil solution. (mixture of the engine oil and molybdenum disulfide grease in a weight ratio 10:1) R: Replacement Parts Specifications Special Too ...

Passenger’s Seat Removal
Remove the passenger’s seat by inserting the ignition key into the seat lock, and turning it clockwise. A. Seat Lock B. Ignition Key C. Passenger’s seat D. Pull up NOTE When removing the passenger’s seat, pull it up while turning the key. ...