You are responsible for maintaining your vehicle according to the maintenance schedule shown in this owner’s manual.
You are responsible for notifying your dealer immediately if there is a problem, and you, as the owner, will need to authorize the dealer to inspect the unit.
You will be responsible for paying for routine maintenance, including the first scheduled service. You can have the required servicing done by your Kawasaki dealer (recommended) or an equally-qualified service facility. You can also do your own maintenance work if you have the proper tools, service references, and mechanical skills. However, if a failure is found to be caused by improper servicing, it would not be covered by the limited warranty.
You may purchase a Kawasaki Service Manual and any necessary special tools directly from your Kawasaki dealer.
You will be responsible for paying for repairs needed because of an accident, to replace worn parts such as tires, chains, brakes, and for repairs needed because of a lack of maintenance, misuse or racing.
Whether you do it yourself or take your vehicle to a Kawasaki dealer, be sure to record your service in the Maintenance Record section of this Owner’s Manual.
Keep all receipts for the service and/or items necessary to perform themaintenance so that in the event of a failure you can document the service history.
Drive Chain Lubrication Condition Inspection
If a special lubricant is not available, a heavy oil such as
SAE 90 is preferred to a lighter oil because it will stay on
the chain longer and provide better lubrication.
If the chain appears especially dirty, clean it before lubrication.
NOTICE
The O-rings between the side plates seal ...
Maintenance and adjustment
The maintenance and adjustments outlined in this chapter must be carried
out in
accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart to keep the motorcycle in good
running condition. The initial maintenance is vitally important and must not be
neglected.
With a basic knowledge of mechanics and the ...
Swingarm Bearing Installation
Replace the needle bearings, ball bearing, grease seals
and circlip with new ones.
Install the needle bearings, ball bearing, grease seals and
circlip as shown in the figure.
Insert the needle bearing driver [A] into the needle bearing
[B] and press the needle bearing into the housing u ...