Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: Steering Stem

ESD (Electronic Steering Damper) ECU Installation (ZX1000JD/KD)

Install the ESD ECU [A] in the rubber protector [B]. Connect the ESD ECU connector. Install the ESD ECU on the air cleaner housing. Install the removed parts (see appropriate chapters). ...

Stem, Stem Bearing Removal

Remove: Upper Fairing Assembly (see Upper Fairing Assembly Removal in the Frame chapter) Front Fender (see Front Fender Removal in the Frame chapter) Front Wheel (see Front Wheel Removal ...

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Tie-Rod Removal
Squeeze the brake lever slowly and hold it with a band [A]. Remove the front footpeg bracket bolts [A]. Raise the rear wheel off the ground with the jack (see Rear Shock Absorber Removal). Special Tools - Jack: 57001-1238 Jack Attachment: 57001-1608 Remove: Upper ...

Spring Tension Inspection
Since a spring becomes shorter as it weakens, check its free length [A] to determine its condition. If the spring of either fork leg is shorter than the service limit, it must be replaced. If the length of a replacement spring and that of the remaining spring vary greatly, the remaining s ...

ECU Power Supply Inspection
Remove the upper air cleaner housing (see Air Cleaner Element Replacement in the Periodic Maintenance chapter). Visually inspect the ECU connectors. If the connector is clogged with mud or dust, blow it off with compressed air. Remove the ECU (see ECU Removal). Visually inspect the ...