Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: Cable Removal

Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual / Clutch / Clutch Lever and Cable / Cable Removal

Remove: Air Cleaner Housing (see Air Cleaner Housing Removal in the Fuel System (DFI) chapter) Right Lower Fairing (see Lower Fairing Removal in the Frame chapter)
Loosen the nuts [A], and slide the lower end of the clutch cable to give the cable plenty of play.

Cable Removal

Screw in the adjuster [A].
Line up the slots [B] in the clutch lever and adjuster, and then free the cable from the lever.
Free the clutch inner cable tip from the clutch release lever.
Remove the clutch cable.

Cable Removal

Clutch Lever and Cable

Clutch Lever Free Play Inspection Refer to the Clutch Operation Inspection in the Periodic Maintenance chapter. Clutch Lever Free Play Adjustment Refer to the Clutch Operation Inspection in the ...

Cable Installation

Run the clutch cable correctly (see Cable, Wire, and Hose Routing section in the Appendix chapter). Adjust the clutch cable (see Clutch Operation Inspection in the Periodic Maintenance chapte ...

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Special Tools
Fork Oil Level Gauge: 57001-1290 Vacuum Gauge: 57001-1369 Hand Tester: 57001-1394 Throttle Sensor Setting Adapter #1: 57001-1400 Peak Voltage Adapter: 57001-1415 Needle Adapter Set: 57001-1457 Throttle Sensor Setting Adapter: 57001-1538 Measuring Adapter: 57001-1700 ...

Steering Stem Warp Inspection
Whenever the steering stem is removed, or if the steering can not be adjusted for smooth action, check the steering stem for straightness. If the steering stem [A] is bent, replace the steering stem. Stem Cap Deterioration, Damage Inspection Replace the stem cap if its oil seal [A] s ...

Throttle Grip and Cables
Free Play Inspection Refer to the Throttle Control System Inspection in the Periodic Maintenance chapter. Free Play Adjustment Refer to the Throttle Control System Inspection in the Periodic Maintenance chapter. Cable Installation Install the throttle cables in accordance with the Cable, ...