Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: Clutch Housing Finger Inspection

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Visually inspect the clutch housing fingers [A] where the friction plate tangs [B] hit them.

If they are badly worn or if there are groove cuts where the tangs hit, replace the housing. Also, replace the friction plates if their tangs are damaged.

Clutch Housing Finger Inspection

Clutch Spring Free Length Measurement

Measure the free length of the clutch springs [A]. If any spring is shorter than the service limit, it must be replaced. Clutch Spring Free Length Standard: 43.5 mm (1.71 in.) Service Limit: ...

Clutch Housing Spline Inspection

Visually inspect where the teeth [A] on the steel plates wear against the sub clutch hub splines [B]. If there are notches worn into the splines, replace the sub clutch hub. Also, replace the ...

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Subthrottle Valve Actuator Resistance Inspection
Turn the ignition switch to OFF. Disconnect the subthrottle valve actuator connector [A]. Connect a digital meter to the subthrottle valve actuator connector [A]. Measure the subthrottle valve actuator resistance. Subthrottle Valve Actuator Resistance Connections: Y/BK lead [1 ...

Fuses
Fuses are arranged in the fuse boxes located under the passenger’s seat and in the left fairing. The main fuse is located under the passenger’s seat. If a fuse fails during operation, inspect the electrical system to determine the cause, and then replace it with a new fuse of proper amp ...

Cylinder Head Removal
Remove: Thermostat Housing (see Thermostat Removal in the Cooling System chapter) Exhaust Pipe (see Exhaust Pipe Removal) Camshafts (see Camshaft Removal) Heat Insulation Plate [A] (see Engine Removal in the Engine Removal/Installation chapter) Place a container under the coolant dr ...