Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: Balance Weight Removal

Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual / Wheels/Tires / Wheels (Rims) / Balance Weight Removal

Insert a regular tip screwdrivers [A] [B] between the rib [C] and weight [D] as shown in the figure.
Pry the balance weight with two screwdrivers and remove the balance weight.
Discard the used balance weight.

NOTICE

Do not tap the screwdrivers. The rim could be damaged

Balance Weight Removal

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Check if the weight portion has any play on the blade [A] and clip [B]. If it does, discard it. WARNINGUnbalanced wheels can create an unsafe riding condition. If the balance we ...

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