Insufficient clutch free play will cause the engine braking effect to be more sudden, resulting in rear wheel hop. On the other hand, if the free play is excessive, the clutch lever may feel “spongy” or pulsate when pulled.
Collar [A]
Needle Bearing [B]
Sleeve [C]
Clutch Housing [D]
Spacer [E]
Clutch Hub [F]
Sub Clutch Hub [G]
Friction Plates (48 Lining Blocks) [H] (#1, #10)
Steel Plates (T = 2.9) [I] (#1
#7)
Spring Seat [J]
Spring [K]
Friction Plates (36 Lining Blocks) [L] (#2
#9)
Steel Plates (T = 2.6) [M] (#8, #9)
Clutch Spring Plate [N]
Drive Shaft [D]
Spring Plate Free Play
Usable Range: 0.05 0.70 mm (0.002
0.028 in.)
If the free play is not within the usable range, change all of the friction plate and measure the free play again.
If the free play is not within the usable range, adjust the free play (see Spring Plate Free Play Adjustment).
Oxygen Sensor Installation (Equipped Models)
NOTICE
Never drop the oxygen sensor [A] especially on a
hard surface. Such a shock to the unit can damage
it. Do not touch the sensing part [B] to prevent oil
contact. Oil contamination from hands can reduce
sensor performance.
Tighten:
Torque - Oxygen Sensor: 25 N·m (2.5 kgf·m, 18 ...
Brakes
Brake Wear Inspection
Inspect the brakes for wear. For each
front and rear disc brake caliper, if the
thickness of either pad is less than
1 mm (0.04 in.), replace both pads
in the caliper as a set. Pad replacement
should be done by an authorized
Kawasaki dealer.
A. Lining Thickness
B. ...
Exhaust Butterfly Valve Cable Removal
Remove the fuel tank (see Fuel Tank Removal in the Fuel
System (DFI) chapter).
Open the clamp [A] and free the cables.
Slide the dust covers [B].
Loosen the locknuts [A], and turn the adjusters [B] to give
the cable plenty of play.
Remove the clamp [A].
Remove the up ...