
A. Rear Shock Absorber
Spring Preload Adjustment
The spring adjusting nut on the rear shock absorber can be adjusted.
If the spring action feels too soft or too stiff, have it adjusted by an authorized Kawasaki dealer.
Rear Shock Absorber
Rebound Damping Force AdjustmentAir Suction System Damage Inspection
Separate the air switching valve hose [A] from the lower
air cleaner housing [B] (see Air Cleaner Housing Removal
in the Fuel System (DFI) chapter).
Connect the following parts temporarily.
Fuel Pump Lead Connector [A]
Extension Tube [B]
Air Cleaner Housing (see Air Cleaner Hou ...
Troubleshooting guide
Engine Does Not Start
Starter Motor Won’t Turn
Engine stop switch off
Transmission not in neutral
Fuse blown
Battery leads do not make good electrical
contact with battery terminals
Battery discharged
Engine Cranks, But Won’t Start
No fuel in tank
Fuel line clogged
Fuel ...
Shift Fork/Gear Groove Wear Inspection
Measure the thickness of the shift fork ears [A], and measure
the width [B] of the gear grooves.
If the thickness of a shift fork ear is less than the service
limit, the shift fork must be replaced.
Shift Fork Ear Thickness
Standard: 5.7 6.0 mm (0.224
0.236 in.)
Service Limit: 5.6 mm ...