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.

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

| 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
Dust Seal InspectionIdle 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 ...
Balancer Assemble
Apply molybdenum disulfide oil solution to the ribs of the
balancer [A].
Apply molybdenum disulfide oil solution to the ribs of the
balancer gear [A].
Check that the rubber dampers [B] are in place.
Face the linked portion [C] to the bottom.
Assemble the balancer weight ...
Subthrottle Sensor Resistance Inspection
Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
Disconnect the subthrottle sensor connector.
Connect a digital meter [A] to the subthrottle sensor connector
[B].
Measure the subthrottle sensor resistance.
Subthrottle Sensor Resistance
Connections: BL lead [D] ←→ BR/BK lead [C]
Standard: ...