Kawasaki VERSYS - Owner's manual

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GENERAL INFORMATION
HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE
SAFE OPERATION
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
STORAGE
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Whenever you see the symbols
shown below, heed their instructions!
Always follow safe operating and main-
tenance practices.
DANGER
DANGER indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious in-
jury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious
injury.
NOTICE
NOTICE is used to address prac-
tices not related to personal in-
jury.
NOTE
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help or guide you in the operation or
service of the vehicle.
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NOTICE
THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN MAN-
UFACTURED FOR USE IN A REA-
SONABLE AND PRUDENT
MANNER BY A QUALIFIED OP-
ERATOR AND AS A VEHICLE ON-
LY.
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FOREWORD
Congratulations on your purchase of a new Kawasaki motorcycle. Your new mo-
torcycle is the product of Kawasaki's advanced engineering, exhaustive testing,
and continuous striving for superior reliability, safety and performance.
Please read this Owner's Manual carefully before riding so that you will be
thoroughly familiar with the proper operation of your motorcycle's controls, its fea-
tures, capabilities, and limitations. This manual offers many safe riding tips, but its
purpose is not to provide instruction in all the techniques and skills required to ride
a motorcycle safely. Kawasaki strongly recommends that all operators of this ve-
hicle enroll in a motorcycle rider training program to attain awareness of the mental
and physical requirements necessary for safe motorcycle operation.
To ensure a long, trouble-free life for your motorcycle, give it the proper care and
maintenance described in this manual. For those who would like more detailed in-
formation on their Kawasaki Motorcycle, a Service Manual is available for pur-
chase from any authorized Kawasaki motorcycle dealer. The Service Manual
contains detailed disassembly and maintenance information. Those who plan to do
their own work should, of course, be competent mechanics and possess the sp e-
cial tools described in the Service Manual.
Keep this Owner's Manual aboard your motorcycle at all times so that you can re-
fer to it whenever you need information.
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This manual should be considered a permanent part of the motorcycle and
should remain with the motorcycle when it is sold.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without our pri-
or written permission.
This publication includes the latest information available at the time of printing.
However, there may be minor differences between the actual product and illustra-
tions and text in this manual.
All products are subject to change without prior notice or obliga tion.
KAWASAKI HEAVY INDUSTRIES, LTD.
Motorcycle & Engine Company
© 2013 Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. Apr. 12, 2013. (1)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SPECIFICATIONS ................................ 12
LOCATION OF PARTS ........................ 16
LOADING AND ACCESSORIES IN-
FORMATION ..................................... 19
GENERAL INFORMATION .................. 22
Meter Instruments .............................. 22
Tachometer .................................... 23
LCD (Speedometer, Clock, Odom-
eter, Trip Meter A/B, Fuel Gauge)
23
Warning/Indicator Lights ................ 30
Key ..................................................... 33
Ignition Switch/Steering Lock ............ 33
Left Handlebar Switches .................... 35
Dimmer Switch ............................... 35
Turn Signal Switch ......................... 35
Horn Button .................................... 36
Passing Button ............................... 36
Hazard Switch ................................ 36
Right Handlebar Switches ................. 37
Engine Stop Switch ....................... 37
Starter Button ................................. 37
Brake/Clutch Lever Adjusters ............ 38
Fuel .................................................... 39
Fuel Requirements: ....................... 39
Filling the Tank: .............................. 41
Stand .................................................. 43
Seat .................................................... 44
Helmet Hooks .................................... 46
Tool Kit/U-Shaped Lock Compart-
ment ............................................... 47
Rear View Mirror ................................ 48
Windshield ......................................... 48
BREAK-IN ............................................ 51
HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE .. 53
Starting the Engine ............................ 53
Jump Starting ..................................... 56
Moving Off .......................................... 58
Shifting Gears .................................... 59
Braking ............................................... 60
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Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) for
models equipped with ABS ............ 62
ABS Indicator Light ........................ 64
Stopping the Engine .......................... 65
Stopping the Motorcycle in an Emer-
gency .............................................. 66
Parking ............................................... 67
Catalytic Converter ............................ 69
SAFE OPERATION .............................. 71
Safe Riding Technique ....................... 71
Daily Checks ...................................... 74
Additional Considerations for High
Speed Operation ............................ 77
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 79
Periodic Maintenance Chart .............. 80
Engine Oil .......................................... 91
Cooling System .................................. 97
Spark Plugs .......................................105
Valve Clearance .................................106
Kawasaki Clean Air System ..............106
Air Cleaner .........................................107
Throttle Control System .....................109
Engine Vacuum Synchronization ....... 111
Idle Speed ..........................................112
Clutch .................................................113
Drive Chain ........................................115
Brakes ................................................124
Brake Light Switches .........................128
Front Fork ..........................................130
Rear Shock Absorber ........................133
Wheels ...............................................136
Battery ................................................142
Headlight Beam .................................147
Fuses .................................................148
General Lubrication ...........................151
Cleaning Your Motorcycle ..................153
Bolt and Nut Tightening .....................159
STORAGE ............................................ 162
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ..... 165
LOCATION OF LABELS ...................... 166
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SPECIFICATIONS
PERFORMANCE
Maximum Horsepower 47 kW (64 PS) @8 000 r/min (rpm)
Maximum Torque 61 N·m (6.2 kgf·m, 45 ft·lb) @6 800 r/min (rpm)
Minimum Turning Radius 2.7 m (8.9 ft)
DIMENSIONS
Overall Length 2 125 mm (83.7 in.)
Overall Width 840 mm (33.1 in.)
Overall Height 1 330 mm (52.4 in.)
Wheelbase 1 415 mm (55.7 in.)
Road Clearance 180 mm (7.1 in.)
Curb Mass:
KLE650C 206 kg (454 lb)
KLE650D 209 kg (461 lb)
ENGINE
Type 4-stroke, DOHC, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement 649 cm
3
(39.6 cu in.)
Bore × Stroke 83.0 × 60.0 mm (3.3 × 2.4 in.)
Compression Ratio 10.6:1
Starting System Electric starter
Cylinder Numbering Method Left to right, 1-2
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Firing Order 1-2
Fuel System FI (Fuel Injection)
Ignition System Battery and coil (transistorized ignition)
Ignition Timing (Electronically
advanced)
10° BTDC @1 300 r/min (rpm) ~ 33° BTDC @5 000
r/min (rpm)
Spark Plug NGK CR9EIA-9
Lubrication System Forced lubrication (semi-dry sump)
Engine Oil:
Type
API SG, SH, SJ, SL or SM with JASO MA, MA1 or MA2
Viscosity SAE 10W-40
Capacity 2.4 L (2.5 US qt)
Coolant Capacity 1.2 L (1.3 US qt)
TRANSMISSION
Transmission Type 6-speed, constant mesh, return shift
Clutch Type Wet, multi disc
Driving System Chain drive
Primary Reduction Ratio 2.095 (88/42)
Final Reduction Ratio 3.067 (46/15)
Overall Drive Ratio 5.473 @Top gear
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Gear Ratio:
1st 2.438 (39/16)
2nd 1.714 (36/21)
3rd 1.333 (32/24)
4th 1.111 (30/27)
5th 0.966 (28/29)
6th 0.852 (23/27)
FRAME
Caster 25°
Trail 108 mm (4.3 in.)
Tire Size:
Front 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)
Rear 160/60 ZR17 M/C (69W)
Rim Size:
Front J17M/C × MT3.50
Rear J17M/C × MT4.50
Fuel Tank Capacity 19 L (5.0 US gal)
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ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
Battery 12 V 10 Ah
Headlight:
High Beam 12 V 55 W
Low Beam 12 V 55 W
Tail/Brake Light
LED
Even if one of LED (Light Emitting Diode) tail/brake light is not lit, consult with an
authorized Kawasaki dealer.
Specifications are subject to change without notice, and may not apply to every
country.
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LOCATION OF PARTS
1. Clutch Lever
2. Left Handlebar Switches
3. Meter Instruments
4. Ignition Switch/Steering Lock
5. Brake Fluid Reservoir (Front)
6. Front Brake Lever
7. Spring Preload Adjuster (Front Fork)
8. Rebound Damping Force Adjuster (Front
Fork)
9. Right Handlebar Switches
10. Throttle Grip
16 LOCATION OF PARTS
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1. Headlight/City Light
2. Turn Signal Light
3. Spark Plugs
4. Air Cleaner
5. Main Fuse
6. Battery
7. Seat
8. Helmet Hook
9. Tool Kit/Storage Com-
partments
10. Seat Lock
11. Brake Disc
12. Brake Caliper
13. Front Fork
14. Shift Pedal
15. Side Stand
16. Drive Chain
LOCATION OF PARTS
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1. License Plate Light
2. Tail/Brake Light
3. Rebound Damping Force
Adjuster (Rear Shock Ab-
sorber)
4. Brake Fluid Reservoir
(Rear)
5. Rear Shock Absorber
6. Spring Preload Adjuster
(Rear Shock Absorber)
7. Fuel Tank
8. Fuel Tank Cap
9. Coolant Reserve Tank
10. Muffler
11. Rear Brake Light Switch
12. Rear Brake Pedal
13. Oil Level Inspection Win-
dow
14. Idle Adjusting Screw
18 LOCATION OF PARTS
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LOADING AND ACCESSORIES INFORMATION
WARNING
Incorrect loading, improper in-
stallation or use of accessories,
or modification of your motor-
cycle may result in an unsafe rid-
ing condition. Before you ride the
motorcycle, make sure it is not
overloaded and that you have fol-
lowed these instructions.
With the exception of genuine Kawa-
saki Parts and Accessories, Kawasaki
has no control over the design or appli-
cation of accessories. In some cases,
improper installation or use of acces-
sories, or motorcycle modification, will
void the motorcycle warranty, can neg-
atively affect performance, and can
even be illegal. In selecting and using
accessories, and in loading the motor-
cycle, you are personally responsible
for your own safety and the safety of
other persons involved.
NOTE
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Kawasaki Parts and Accessories
have been specially designed for
use on Kawasaki motorcycles. We
strongly recommend that all parts
and accessories you add to your mo-
torcycle be genuine Kawasaki com-
ponents.
Because a motorcycle is sensitive to
changes in weight and aerodynamic
forces, you must take extreme care in
carrying cargo, passengers and/or in
the fitting of additional accessories.
The following general guidelines have
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