If the rocker arm [A] does not smoothly stroke or noise is found, inspect the fasteners and bearings (see Tie-Rod/Rocker Arm Bearing, Sleeve Inspection in the Suspension chapter).
In this photo, the foot guard has been removed for clarity.
Front Forks/Rear Shock Absorber Operation Inspection
Tie-Rod Operation InspectionStopping the Motorcycle in an Emergency
Your Kawasaki Motorcycle has been
designed and manufactured to provide
you optimum safety and convenience.
However, in order to fully benefit
from Kawasaki’s safety engineering
and craftsmanship, it is essential that
you, the owner and operator, properly
maintain your motorcycle and becom ...
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 brake to drag, which may cause the temperature
of the discs or the brake fluid to increase.
Re ...
Chain Slack Adjustment
Remove the cotter pin, and loosen
the axle nut.
Loosen the left and right chain adjuster
locknuts.
A. Axle Nut
B. Cotter Pin
C. Adjuster
D. Locknut
If the chain is too loose, turn out the
left and right chain adjusters evenly.
If the chain is too tight, turn in the left
...