Kawasaki Ninja Owners Manual: Troubleshooting guide

Kawasaki Ninja Owners Manual / Troubleshooting guide

Engine Does Not Start

Starter Motor Won’t Turn

Engine stop switch off
Transmission not in neutral
Fuse blown
Battery leads do not make good electrical contact with battery terminals
Battery discharged

Engine Cranks, But Won’t Start

No fuel in tank
Fuel line clogged
Fuel broken down
Engine flooded
Spark plugs not in good contact
Spark plugs fouled or wet
Incorrect spark plug gap
Incorrect valve clearance
No first turning the ignition switch to “OFF” when the motorcycle falls down.

Engine Stalls

Just When Shifting Into 1st Gear

Side stand has been left down
Clutch does not properly disengage

While Riding

No fuel in tank
Fuel tank air vent is obstructed
Overheating
Battery discharged

Storage

Preparation for Storage Clean the entire vehicle thoroughly Run the engine for about five minutes to warm the oil, shut it off, and drain the engine oil. WARNINGEngine oil is a to ...

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Special Tools and Sealant
Compression Gauge, 20 kgf/cm²: 57001-221 Valve Spring Compressor Assembly: 57001-241 Valve Spring Compressor Adapter, 25: 57001-1019 Valve Seat Cutter, 45° - 27.5: 57001-1114 Valve Seat Cutter, 45° - 32: 57001-1115 Valve Seat Cutter, 32° - 28: 57001-1119 Valve Seat Cutter ...

Fuses
Fuses are arranged in the fuse boxes located under the passenger’s seat and in the left fairing. The main fuse is located under the passenger’s seat. If a fuse fails during operation, inspect the electrical system to determine the cause, and then replace it with a new fuse of proper amp ...

Windshield
Windshield Removal Remove: Bolts [A] and Washers Windshield [B] Windshield Installation Be sure to install the wellnuts [A] and the washers. Tighten: Torque - Windshield Mounting Bolts: 1.2 N·m (0.12 kgf·m, 11 in·lb) ...