Kawasaki Ninja Owners Manual: Stopping the engine

Kawasaki Ninja Owners Manual / How to ride the motorcycle / Stopping the engine

Close the throttle completely.
Shift the transmission into neutral
Turn the ignition key to “OFF”.
Support the motorcycle on a firm, level surface with the side stand.
Lock the steering.

NOTE

The motorcycle is equipped with a vehicle-down sensor, which causes the engine to stop automatically and the fuel injection warning symbol to goes on or blink when the motorcycle falls down and the starter button is pushed in. After righting the motorcycle, first turn the ignition key to “OFF” and then back to “ON” for a few seconds before starting the engine.

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