Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: Inner Tube Inspection

Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual / Suspension / Front Fork / Inner Tube Inspection

If there is any damage, replace the inner tube. Since damage to the inner tube damages the oil seal, replace the oil seal whenever the inner tube is replaced.

NOTICE

If the inner tube is badly bent or creased, replace it. Excessive bending, followed by subsequent straightening, can weaken the inner tube.

Inner Tube Inspection


If you feel binding or catching, the inner and outer tubes must be replaced.

Inner Tube Inspection


WARNING

A straightened inner or outer fork tube may fall in use, possibly causing an accident resulting in serious injury or death. Replace a badly bent or damaged inner or outer tube and inspect the other tube carefully before reusing it.

Front Fork Assembly
Replace the following parts with new ones. Slide Bushing Guide Bushing Oil Seal Install the following parts to the inner tube [A]. Dust Seal [B] Retaining Ring [C] Apply grease ...

Dust Seal Inspection
Inspect the dust seals [A] for any signs of deterioration or damage. Replace it if necessary. ...

Other materials:

Front Caliper Removal
Remove: Bolt [A] Front Wheel Rotation Sensor [B] Loosen the banjo bolt [C] at the brake hose lower end, and tighten it loosely. Unscrew the caliper mounting bolts [D], and detach the caliper [E] from the disc. NOTICE Do not loosen the caliper assembly bolts [F]. Take out only ...

ESD (Electronic Steering Damper) ECU Removal (ZX1000JD/KD)
NOTICE Never drop the ECU especially on a hard surface. Such a shock to the ECU can damage it. Lift up the front portion of the fuel tank, and hold it with a suitable bar or block (see Fuel Tank Removal in the Fuel System (DFI) chapter). NOTE When removing the ESD ECU only, there ...

Warning Indicator Light (Red)
This red warning indicator light and the oil pressure warning symbol ( ) should go on whenever the ignition switch is turned to “ON” and go off after starting the engine. A. Warning Indicator Light (Red) B. Warning Symbols This red warning indicator light has the two warning function ...