Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: Rocker Arm Installation

Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual / Suspension / Tie-Rod, Rocker Arm / Rocker Arm Installation

Install the both rocker arms [A] so that their marks [B] face left side.

Rocker Arm Installation

Replace the tie-rod nut, rear shock absorber nut and rocker arm nut with new ones.
Apply grease to the inside of the oil seals.
Tighten: Torque - Rocker Arm Nut: 34 N·m (3.5 kgf·m, 25 ft·lb) Tie-Rod Nuts: 34 N·m (3.5 kgf·m, 25 ft·lb) Rear Shock Absorber Nut (Lower): 34 N·m (3.5 kgf·m, 25 ft·lb)
Install the removed parts (see appropriate chapters).

Rocker Arm Removal

Squeeze the brake lever slowly and hold it with a band. Remove the front footpeg bracket bolts. Raise the rear wheel off the ground with the jack (see Rear Shock Absorber Removal). Special ...

Tie-Rod and Rocker Arm Bearing Removal

Remove: Tie-Rod (see Tie-Rod Removal) Rocker Arms (see Rocker Arm Removal) Swingarm (see Swingarm Removal) Sleeves [A] Oil Seals [B] Remove the needle bearings [C], using the bearing re ...

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What Am I Responsible For?
You are responsible for maintaining your vehicle according to the maintenance schedule shown in this owner’s manual. You are responsible for notifying your dealer immediately if there is a problem, and you, as the owner, will need to authorize the dealer to inspect the unit. You will be re ...

Periodic Maintenance Chart
K : Should be serviced by an authorized Kawasaki dealer. * : For higher odometer readings, repeat at the frequency interval established here. # : Service more frequently when operating in severe conditions: dusty, wet, muddy, high speed, or frequent starting/stopping. (e): Emission Rel ...

Rebound Damping Force Adjustment
The rebound damping force adjuster is located at the upper end of the rear shock absorber. A. Rebound Damping Force Adjuster B. To increase damping force C. To decrease damping force Using a screwdriver turn the rebound damping force adjuster clockwise to increase rebound damping or ...