Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: Cylinder Head Warp Inspection

Cylinder Head Installation

NOTE The camshaft cap is machined with the cylinder head, so if a new cylinder head is installed, use the cap that is supplied with the new head. Install the dowel pins. Replace the cylinder ...

Valves

Valve Clearance Inspection Refer to the Valve Clearance Inspection in the Periodic Maintenance chapter. ...

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Engine Sprocket Installation
Replace the sprocket washer and axle cotter pin. Install the engine sprocket onto the output shaft. Apply molybdenum disulfide oil solution to the threads and seating surface of the engine sprocket nut. Tighten: Torque - Engine Sprocket Nut: 145 N·m (14.8 kgf·m, 107 ft·lb) NOTE ...

Jump starting
If your motorcycle battery is “run down”, it should be removed and charged. If this is not practical, a 12 volt booster battery and jumper cables may be used to start the engine. DANGER Battery acid generates hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive under certain conditions. It i ...

Balance Inspection
Remove the front and rear wheels (see Front/Rear Wheel Removal). Support the wheel so that it can be spun freely. Spin the wheel lightly, and mark [A] the wheel at the top when the wheel stops. Repeat this procedure several times. If the wheel stops of its own accord in various positi ...