Remove the upper fairing assembly (see Upper Fairing Assembly Removal in the Frame chapter).
Remove the canister [A].
Visually inspect the canister for cracks or other damage.
If the canister has any cracks or bad damage, replace it with a new one.
NOTE
The canister is designed to work well through themotorcycle’s life without any maintenance if it is used under normal conditions.
Remove the upper fairing assembly (see Upper Fairing Assembly Removal in the Frame chapter).
Disconnect the hoses from the separator [A].
Visually inspect the separator for cracks and other damage.
If the separator has any cracks or damage, replace it with a new one.
To prevent the gasoline from flowing into or out of the canister, hold the separator perpendicular to the ground.
Check that the hoses are securely connected and clips are in position.
Replace any kinked, deteriorated or damaged hoses.
Run the hoses according to Cable, Wire, and Hose Routing section in the Appendix chapter.
When installing the hoses, avoid sharp bending, kinking, flattening or twisting, and run the hoses with a minimum of bending so that the emission flow will not be obstructed.
Front Fork Removal (Each Fork Leg)
Loosen the front fork top plug [A] beforehand if the fork
leg is to be disassembled.
Special Tool - Top Plug Wrench (45 mm) [B]: 57001-1741
NOTE
Loosen the top plug after loosening the handlebar
clamp bolt [C] and upper front fork clamp bolt [D].
Remove:
Upper Fairing Assembly (see Up ...
Drive Chain Slack Inspection
Refer to the Drive Chain Slack Inspection in the Periodic
Maintenance chapter.
Drive Chain Slack Adjustment
Refer to the Drive Chain Slack Adjustment in the Periodic
Maintenance chapter.
Wheel Alignment Inspection/Adjustment
Refer to the Wheel Alignment Inspection in the Periodic
Maintenance ...
Idle Speed
The idle speed inspection should be
performed in accordance with the Periodic
Maintenance Chart.
This motorcycle is equipped with the
Idle Speed Control valve. If the idle
speed is disturbed, inspection of the
idle speed control should be done by
an authorized Kawasaki dealer.
NOTE
While ...