Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: Balancer Assemble

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Apply molybdenum disulfide oil solution to the ribs of the balancer [A].

Balancer Assemble

Apply molybdenum disulfide oil solution to the ribs of the balancer gear [A].
Check that the rubber dampers [B] are in place.

Face the linked portion [C] to the bottom.

Balancer Assemble

Assemble the balancer weight [A] and the gear [B].

Align the punch mark [C] of the balancer weight and the groove [D] of the gear.

Balancer Assemble

Apply molybdenum disulfide oil solution to the needle bearings [A].
Install the needle bearings and the washers [B].

Face the grooved side of the washer to inside.

Balancer Assemble

Balancer Removal

Remove: Engine (see Engine Removal in the Engine Removal/Installation chapter) Oil Pan (see Oil Pan Removal in the Engine Lubrication System chapter) Remove: Balancer Shaft Clamp Lever ...

Balancer Installation

Position the crankshaft at #2, 3 positions TDC or at #1, 4 positions TDC. Install the balancer assembly as follows. Align the punch mark [A] on the weight and the projection [B] on the cran ...

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Special Tools and Sealant
Compression Gauge, 20 kgf/cm²: 57001-221 Valve Spring Compressor Assembly: 57001-241 Valve Spring Compressor Adapter, 25: 57001-1019 Valve Seat Cutter, 45° - 27.5: 57001-1114 Valve Seat Cutter, 45° - 32: 57001-1115 Valve Seat Cutter, 32° - 28: 57001-1119 Valve Seat Cutter ...

Lubrication
It is important to lubricate rotating or sliding parts during assembly to minimize wear during initial operation. Lubrication points are called out throughout this manual, apply the specific oil or grease as specified. Direction of Engine Rotation When rotating the crankshaft by hand, the fre ...

Tie-Rod and Rocker Arm Bearing Installation
Replace the needle bearings [A] and oil seals with new ones. Apply plenty of grease to the lips of the oil seals. Install the needle bearings and oil seals position as shown in the figure. Screw the needle bearing driver into the driver holder. Insert the needle bearing driver into th ...