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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Drive Chain Slack Inspection
NOTE Check the slack with the motorcycle setting on its sidestand. Clean the chain if it is dirty, and lubricate it if it appears dry. Check the wheel alignment (see Wheel Alignment Inspection). Rotate the rear wheel to find the position where the chain is tightest. Measure the ver ...

Warning Indicator Light (Red)
This red warning indicator light and the oil pressure warning symbol ( ) should go on whenever the ignition switch is turned to “ON” and go off after starting the engine. A. Warning Indicator Light (Red) B. Warning Symbols This red warning indicator light has the two warning function ...

Piston Ring, Piston Ring Groove Wear Inspection
Check for uneven groove wear by inspecting the ring seating. The rings should fit perfectly parallel to groove surfaces. If not, replace the piston and all the piston rings. With the piston rings in their grooves, make several measurements with a thickness gauge [A] to determine pisto ...