Lubricate the points shown below, with either motor oil or regular grease, in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart or whenever the vehicle has been operated under wet or rainy conditions.
Before lubricating each part, clean off any rusty spots with rust remover and wipe off any grease, oil, dirt, or grime.
NOTE
A few drops of oil are effective to keep bolts and nuts from rusting and sticking. This makes removal easier.
Badly rusted nuts, bolts, etc., should be replaced with new ones.
Apply motor oil to the following pivots
Lubricate the following cables with a pressure cable luber
Apply grease to the following points
(K): Should be serviced by an authorized Kawasaki dealer.
NOTE
After connecting the cables, adjust them.
FusesPeriodic Maintenance Chart
The scheduled maintenance must be done in accordance with this chart to keep
the motorcycle in
good running condition. The initial maintenance is vitally important and must
not be neglected.
Periodic Inspection
#: Service more frequently when operating in severe conditions; dusty, ...
Connecting Rod Big End Side Clearance Inspection
Measure connecting rod big end side clearance.
Insert a thickness gauge [A] between the big end and either
crank web to determine clearance.
Connecting Rod Big End Side Clearance
Standard: 0.13 0.38 mm
(0.0051 0.0150 in.)
Service Limit: 0.58 mm (0.023 in.)
If the clearance exceeds ...
Special Tools
Inside Circlip Pliers:
57001-143
Oil Seal & Bearing Remover:
57001-1058
Bearing Driver Set:
57001-1129
Jack:
57001-1238
Bearing Remover Head, 15 ×
17:
57001-1267
Fork Oil Level Gauge:
57001-1290
Bearing Remover Shaft, 13:
57001-1377
Fork Oil Seal Driver, 43:
57001-15 ...
