For applications that require Liquid Gasket or a Non-permanent Locking Agent, clean the surfaces so that no oil residue remains before applying liquid gasket or non-permanent locking agent. Do not apply them excessively.
Excessive application can clog oil passages and cause serious damage.
Press
For items such as bearings or oil seals that must be pressed into place, apply small amount of oil to the contact area. Be sure to maintain proper alignment and use smooth movements when installing.
Gasket, O-ring
Ball Bearing and Needle BearingCoupling Bearing Installation
Replace the bearing with a new one.
Press in the bearing [A] until it is bottomed.
Special Tool - Bearing Driver Set [B]: 57001-1129
Pack the bearing with high-temperature grease.
Replace the circlip with a new one.
Special Tool - Inside Circlip Pliers: 57001-143
Replace the grease se ...
Lubrication
It is important to lubricate rotating or sliding parts during
assembly to minimize wear during initial operation. Lubrication
points are called out throughout this manual, apply
the specific oil or grease as specified.
Direction of Engine Rotation
When rotating the crankshaft by hand, the fre ...
Technical Information - Electronic Steering Damper (ESD/ZX1000JD/KD models)
1) Overview
This model has an Electronic Steering Damper (ESD)
[A]. Unlike conventional manual adjustment method of
Kawasaki, damping characteristics are adjusted by the
electronic control unit.
2) Purpose
Designed to offer increased stability at high speed without interfering with
light ...