Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: Rear Caliper Dust Boot and Friction Boot Damage

Caliper Fluid Seal Damage

The fluid seal (piston seal) [A] is placed around the piston to maintain clearance between the pad and the disc. If the seal is in a poor condition, it could lead the pad to wear excessively or the ...

Caliper Piston and Cylinder Damage

Visually inspect the pistons [A] and cylinder surfaces [B]. Replace the caliper if the cylinder and piston are badly scores or rusty. Front Caliper [C] Rear Caliper [D] ...

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Stick Coil Installation
Apply a thin coat of grease [A] to the stick coils for easy installation. Insert the stick coils so that the coil heads align with the lines [B] on the cylinder head cover. NOTICE Do not tap the coil head while installing the coil. After installation, be sure the stick coils are ...

Oil Pump Drive Gear Shaft Installation
Apply molybdenum disulfide grease [A] to the oil pump drive gear shaft. Apply molybdenum disulfide oil solution to the followings. Transmission Case [B] Crankcase [C] Install the oil pump drive gear shaft and washer [D] as shown in the figure. Install the new circlip [E] into the ...

Rear Shock Absorber Removal
Remove: Lower Fairings (see Lower Fairing Removal in the Frame chapter) Fuel Tank (see Fuel Tank Removal in the Fuel System chapter) Bolts [A] (Both Sides) Foot Guard [B] (Both Sides) Squeeze the brake lever slowly and hold it with a band [A]. WARNINGBe sure to h ...