Use a vernier caliper at several points around the piston.
Piston Ring Groove Width Standard:
Top [A] 0.82 
0.84 mm (0.0323
0.0331 in.)
Second [B] 0.82 
0.84 mm
(0.0323 
0.0331 in.)
Service Limit:
0.92 mm (0.036 in.)
Second 0.92 mm (0.036 in.)
If the width of any of the two grooves is wider than the service limit at any point, replace the piston.
Piston Ring, Piston Ring Groove Wear Inspection
Piston Ring Thickness InspectionRear Shock Absorber Scrapping
WARNINGPressurized nitrogen may explode when
heated.
The rear shock contains nitrogen gas. To avoid
an explosion, do not incinerate the shock body
without first releasing the nitrogen and removing
the shraeder valve.
Remove the rear shock absorber (see Rear Shock Ab ...
Water Pump Housing Assembly
NOTICE
Do not reuse the mechanical seal and oil seal.
Apply high-temperature grease to the new oil seal lips [A].
Press the new oil seal into the housing with a bearing
driver [B] until it stops at the bottom surface [C] of the
housing.
Special Tool - Bearing Driver Set: 57001-1129
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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 ...