If the element has any tears or breaks, replace the element.

Air Cleaner
Air Cleaner Oil DrainingFuel Tank
The following octane rating gasoline
is recommended for the fuel tank.
Avoid filling the tank in the rain or where
heavy dust is blowing so that the fuel
does not get contaminated.
A. Tank Cap
B. Fuel Tank
C. Top Level
D. Filler Neck
WARNINGGasoline is extremely flammable
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Rear Shock Absorber Inspection
Press down on the seat several times
to inspect the stroke.
Visually inspect the rear shock absorber
for oil leaks.
If there is any doubt about the rear
shock absorber, it should be inspected
by an authorized Kawasaki
dealer.
A. Rear Shock Absorber
Spring Preload Adjustment
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External Shift Mechanism Removal
Remove:
Shift Lever (see Shift Pedal Removal)
Oil Pump Drive Gear (see Oil Pump Drive Gear Removal/
Installation in the Engine Lubrication System
chapter)
Circlip [A]
Washer [B]
Special Tool - Outside Circlip Pliers: 57001-144
Remove:
Shift Shaft Assembly [A]
Washer [B] ...