Special Tool - Inside Circlip Pliers: 57001-143

Special Tool - Bearing Driver Set [B]: 57001-1129

Coupling Installation
Coupling Bearing InstallationValve Clearance Inspection
NOTE
Valve clearance must be checked and adjusted when
the engine is cold (at room temperature).
Remove:
Crankshaft Sensor Cover (see Crankshaft Sensor Removal
in the Electrical System chapter)
Cylinder Head Cover (see Cylinder Head Cover Removal
in the Engine Top End chapter)
Turn t ...
Steering Play Inspection
Remove the lower fairings (see Lower Fairing Removal in
the Frame chapter).
Raise the front wheel off the ground with the jack.
Special Tools - Jack: 57001-1238
Jack Attachment: 57001-1608
With the front wheel pointing straight ahead, alternately
tap each end of the handlebar. The f ...
Rear Shock Absorber Inspection
Press down on the seat several times
to inspect the stroke.
Visually inspect the rear shock absorber
for oil leaks.
If there is any doubt about the rear
shock absorber, it should be inspected
by an authorized Kawasaki
dealer.
A. Rear Shock Absorber
Spring Preload Adjustment
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