Kawasaki Ninja

Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: Rocker Arm/Tie-Rod Bearing, Sleeve Inspection

Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual / Suspension / Tie-Rod, Rocker Arm / Rocker Arm/Tie-Rod Bearing, Sleeve Inspection

NOTICE

Do not remove the bearings for inspection. Removal may damage them.

Rocker Arm/Tie-Rod Bearing, Sleeve Inspection


If there is any doubt as to the condition of any of the needle bearings or sleeve, replace the sleeve and needle bearings as a set.

Rocker Arm/Tie-Rod Bearing Lubrication

NOTE

Since the bearings are packed with grease, lubrication is not required.

Tie-Rod and Rocker Arm Bearing Installation
Replace the needle bearings [A] and oil seals with new ones. Apply plenty of grease to the lips of the oil seals. Install the needle bearings and oil seals position as shown in the figure. ...

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