If any signs of cracking or electrolyte leakage from the sides of the battery.
ZX1000J Model [E] ZX1000K Model [F]


NOTICE
If each battery cable is not correctly disconnected or connected, sparks can arise at electrical connections, causing damage to electrical and DFI parts.
Battery Removal
PrecautionsOperating Procedures
Clean the seat area carefully.
Coat the seat with machinist’s dye.
Fit a 45° cutter into the holder and slide it into the valve
guide.
Press down lightly on the handle and turn it right or left.
Grind the seating surface only until it is smooth.
NOTICE
Do not grind the seat too ...
Spark Plug Replacement
Remove the stick coils (see Stick Coil Removal in the
Electrical System chapter).
Remove the spark plugs using the 16 mm (0.63 in.) plug
wrench [A] vertically.
Replace the spark plug with new ones.
Standard Spark Plug
Type: NGK CR9EIA-9
Insert the spark plug vertically into the sp ...
Starting the Engine
Check that the engine stop switch is
in the
position.
A. Engine Stop Switch
B. Starter Button
Turn the ignition key to “ON”.
Make sure the transmission is in neutral.
A. Neutral Indicator Light
B. Ignition Switch
C. “ON” position
NOTE
The motorcycle is equipped w ...