Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: Fuel Hose Inspection (fuel leak, damage, installation condition)

Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual / Periodic Maintenance / Periodic Maintenance Procedures / Fuel System (DFI) / Fuel Hose Inspection (fuel leak, damage, installation condition)

If the motorcycle is not properly handled, the high pressure inside the fuel line can cause fuel to leak [A] or the hose to burst. Remove the fuel tank (see Fuel Tank Removal in the Fuel System (DFI) chapter) and check the fuel hoses.

Replace the fuel hose if any fraying, cracks [B] or bulges [C] are noticed.

Fuel Hose Inspection (fuel leak, damage, installation condition)

Check that the primary fuel hose [A] and secondary fuel hose [B] are routed according to Cable, Wire, and Hose Routing section in the Appendix chapter.

Replace the hose if it has been sharply bent or kinked.

Fuel Hose Inspection (fuel leak, damage, installation condition)

Check that the fuel hose joints are securely connected.

Push and pull [A] the fuel hose joint [B] back and forth more than two times, and make sure it is locked.

Check the other hose joint in the same way.

Fuel Hose Inspection (fuel leak, damage, installation condition)

NOTICE

When pushing and pulling the fuel hose joint, do not apply strong force to the delivery pipe [C] on the nozzle assy. The pipe made from resin could be damaged.

WARNING

Leaking fuel can cause a fire or explosion resulting in serious burns. Make sure the hose joint is installed correctly on the delivery pipe by sliding the joint.

If it does not locked, reinstall the hose joint.

Idle Speed Inspection

Start the engine and warm it up thoroughly. With the engine idling, turn the handlebar to both sides [A]. If handlebar movement changes the idle speed, the throttle cables may be improperly ...

Evaporative Emission Control System Inspection (CAL and SEA-B1 Models)

Inspect the canister as follows. Remove the upper fairing assembly (see Upper Fairing Assembly Removal in the Frame chapter). Remove the canister [A]. Visually inspect the canister for cracks ...

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Specifications
Connecting Rod Big End Bearing Insert Selection Crankshaft Main Bearing Insert Selection *: The bearing inserts for Nos. 2 and 4 journals have an oil groove, respectively. ...

Rebound Damping Force Adjustment
To adjust the rebound damping force, turn the rebound damping adjuster [A] to the desired position. The standard adjuster setting is the 1 3/4 turns out from the fully clockwise position. Rebound Damping Force Adjustment ...

Gear Position Switch Installation
Securely place the springs [A] and pins [B] into the holes [C] of the shift drum. Apply grease to the new O-ring [D]. Install the gear position switch [E]. Apply a non-permanent locking agent to the threads of the gear position switch screws [F]. Tighten: Torque - Gear Position Swit ...