| WARNING Downshifting to a lower gear at high speed causes engine rpm to increase excessively, potentially damaging the engine and it may also cause the rear wheel to skid and cause an accident. |
Vehicle speed when shifting

NOTE
The transmission is equipped with a positive neutral finder. When the motorcycle is standing still, the transmission cannot be shifted past neutral from 1st gear. To use the positive neutral finder, shift down to 1st gear, then lift up on the shift pedal while standing still. The transmission will shift only into neutral.
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Your Kawasaki Motorcycle has been
designed and manufactured to provide
you optimum safety and convenience.
However, in order to fully benefit
from Kawasaki’s safety engineering
and craftsmanship, it is essential that
you, the owner and operator, properly
maintain your motorcycle and becom ...
Starter Clutch Removal
Remove:
Torque Limiter (see Torque Limiter Removal)
Transmission Assy (see Transmission Assy Removal)
Starter Clutch Shaft Holder Bolt [A]
Starter Clutch Shaft Bolt [B]
Starter Clutch Shaft Holder [C]
Remove the starter clutch shaft [A] using a suitable M8
bolt [B].
Take ...
Clutch Cover Installation
Using a cleaning fluid, clean off any oil or dirt that may
be on the silicone sealant coating area. Dry them with a
clean cloth.
Apply silicone sealant to the area [A] where the mating
surface of the crankcase touches the clutch cover gasket.
Sealant - Liquid Gasket, TB1211F: 92104-000 ...