Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: Periodic Maintenance

Technical Information - Electronic Steering Damper (ESD/ZX1000JD/KD models)

1) Overview This model has an Electronic Steering Damper (ESD) [A]. Unlike conventional manual adjustment method of Kawasaki, damping characteristics are adjusted by the electronic control unit. ...

Periodic Maintenance Chart

The scheduled maintenance must be done in accordance with this chart to keep the motorcycle in good running condition. The initial maintenance is vitally important and must not be neglected. Per ...

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Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System (KIBS, For models equipped with KIBS)
KIBS regulates anti-lock braking performance with more precision during sports riding compared to a conventional ABS system. KIBS is designed to help prevent the wheels from locking up when the brakes are applied hard while riding straight. KIBS automatically regulates brake force using en ...

Starter Relay Inspection
Remove the front seat (see Front Seat Removal in the Frame chapter). Remove the battery negative (–) cable from the battery negative (–) terminal (see Battery Removal). Take the starter relay [A] off the rear fender. Remove the cover [B]. Remove: Starter Motor Cable [A] ...

Precautions
There are a number of important precautions that are musts when servicing electrical systems. Learn and observe all the rules below. Do not reverse the battery cable connections. This will burn out the diodes on the electrical parts. Always check battery condition before condemning other ...