Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: Brush Lead Inspection

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Special Tool - Hand Tester: 57001-1394

If there is not close to zero ohms, the brush lead has an open. Replace the brush plate assy.

Brush Lead Inspection


Armature Inspection
Using the × 1 Ω hand tester range, measure the resistance between any two commutator segments [A]. Special Tool - Hand Tester: 57001-1394 If there is a high resistance or no readin ...

Right-hand End Cover Inspection
Using the highest hand tester range, measure the resistance as shown. Terminal Bolt and Right-hand End Cover [A] Terminal Bolt and Negative Brushes [B] Special Tool - Hand Tester: 57001- ...

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Engine Sprocket Removal
Remove: Engine Sprocket Cover Bolts [A] Engine Sprocket Cover [B] Flatten out the bended washer [A]. Remove the engine sprocket nut [B] and washer. NOTE When loosening the engine sprocket nut, hold the rear brake on. Raise the rear wheel off the ground with the stand. ...

Gear Position Switch Inspection
NOTE Be sure the transmission and external shift mechanism are good condition. Remove the fuel tank (see Fuel Tank Removal in the Fuel System (DFI) chapter). Disconnect the connector [A]. Set the hand tester [A] to the × 1 kΩ or × 100 Ω range and connect i ...

Vehicle-down Sensor Installation
Be sure to install the rubber dampers [A] and collars [B] on the bracket. The UP mark [A] of the sensor should face upward. WARNINGIncorrect installation of the vehicle-down sensor could cause sudden loss of engine power. The rider could lose balance during certain ...