Special Tools
Brake Lever Position AdjustmentChain Slack Inspection
Set the motorcycle up on its side
stand.
Rotate the rear wheel to find the position
where the chain is tightest, and
measure the maximum chain slack
by pulling up and pushing down the
chain midway between the engine
sprocket and rear wheel sprocket.
A. Chain Slack
If the ...
Wheel Bearing Damage Inspection
Raise the front wheel off the ground with the jack (see
Front Wheel Removal in the Wheels/Tires chapter).
Special Tools - Jack: 57001-1238
Jack Attachment: 57001-1608
Turn the handlebar all the way to the right or left.
Inspect the roughness of the front wheel bearing by moving
[A] ...
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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