NOTE
In dusty areas, the element should be replaced more frequently than the recommended interval.
| WARNING If dirt or dust is allowed to pass through into the throttle body assy, the throttle may become stuck, possibly causing accident. Replace the air cleaner element according to the maintenance chart. |
NOTICE
If dirt gets through into the engine, excessive engine wear and possibly engine damage will occur.
NOTICE
Use only the recommended air cleaner element (Kawasaki part number 11013-0041). Using another air cleaner element will wear the engine prematurely or lower the engine performance.

Fuel Hose ReplacementPremuffler Chamber Removal
Remove:
Muffler Body (see Muffler Body Removal)
Right Lower Fairing (see Lower Fairing Removal in the
Frame chapter)
Front Seat (see Front Seat Removal in the Frame chapter)
Oxygen Sensor (Equipped Models) (see Oxygen Sensor
Removal (Equipped Models) in the Electrical System
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Cooling System Flushing
Over a period of time, the cooling system accumulates
rust, scale, and lime in the water jacket and radiator. When
this accumulation is suspected or observed, flush the cooling
system. If this accumulation is not removed, it will clog
up the water passage and considerable reduce the efficiency
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Radiator Hose and O-ring Replacement
Drain the coolant (see Coolant Change).
Remove:
Upper Fairing Assembly (see Upper Fairing Assembly
Removal in the Frame chapter)
Thermostat Housing [A] (see Thermostat Removal in the
Cooling System chapter)
Oil Cooler [B] (see Oil Cooler Removal in the Engine
Lubrication System chap ...