NOTE

Special Tools - Hand Tester: 57001-1394 Peak Voltage Adapter: 57001-1415 Type: KEK-54-9-B
Connections: Crankshaft Sensor Lead Connector Peak Voltage Adapter Hand Tester Y lead ← R lead → (+) BK lead ← BK lead → (–)
Crankshaft Sensor Peak Voltage Standard: 1.9 V or more
If the reading is less than the standard, inspect the crankshaft sensor (see Crankshaft Sensor Inspection).
Crankshaft Sensor Inspection
Timing Rotor RemovalPiston Removal
Remove:
Crankshaft (see Crankshaft Removal)
Remove the piston together with the connecting rod to the
cylinder head side.
NOTICE
Discard the connecting rod bolts and nuts. To prevent
damage to the crankpin surfaces, do not allow
the connecting rod bolts to bump against the
crankpins. ...
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
...
Connecting Rod Installation
NOTICE
To minimize vibration, the connecting rods should
have the same weight mark.
Big End Cap [A]
Connecting Rod [B]
Weight Mark, Alphabet [C]
Diameter Mark [D] (“” or No Mark)
NOTICE
If the connecting rods, big end bearing inserts, or
crankshaft are replaced with new ones, select ...