NOTE
The front and rear wheel rotation sensors and rotors are standard parts of this motorcycle.
Front Wheel Rotation Sensor [A] Front Wheel Rotation Sensor Rotor [B]
Rear Wheel Rotation Sensor [C] Rear Wheel Rotation Sensor Rotor [D]
ABS Indicator Light (LED) [E] KIBS Indicator Light (Yellow LED with KIBS Symbol) [F]
KIBS Hydraulic Unit [G]
Fuse Box 3 [H] KIBS Kawasaki Self-Diagnosis System Connector [I]
KIBS System CircuitPiston Ring End Gap Inspection
Place the piston ring [A] inside the cylinder (upper
crankcase), using the piston to locate the ring squarely
in place. Set it close to the bottom of the cylinder, where
cylinder wear is low.
Measure the gap [B] between the ends of the ring with a
thickness gauge.
Piston Ring End Gap ...
Engine Oil
In order for the engine, transmission,
and clutch to function properly, maintain
the engine oil at the proper level,
and change the oil and replace the oil
filter in accordance with the Periodic
Maintenance Chart. Not only do dirt
and metal particles collect in the oil, but
the oil itself los ...
Connecting Rod Twist Inspection
With the big-end arbor [A] still on V block [C], hold the
connecting rod horizontally and measure the amount that
the arbor [B] varies from being paralleled with the surface
plate over a 100 mm (3.94 in.) length of the arbor to determine
the amount of connecting rod twist.
If the conne ...
