Kawasaki KLX125 Owner's manual

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Motorcycle

Owner's Manual

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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.

CAUTION

CAUTION indicates a hazardous

situation which, if not avoided,

could result in minor or moderate

injury.

NOTICE

NOTICE is used to address prac-

tices not related to personal in-

jury.

NOTE

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This note symbol indicates points of

particular interest for more efficient

and convenient operation.

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FOREWORD

Congratulations on your purchase of a new Kawasaki motorcycle. Your new mo-

torcycle is the produ ct of Kawasaki's advanced engineering, exhaustive testing,

and continuous striving for superior reliability, safety and performance.

Please read this Owner's Manual carefully bef ore riding so that you will be

thoroughly familiar with the proper operation of your motorcyc le'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 descri bed 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

special tools described in the Service Manual.

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Keep this Owner's Manual aboard your motorcycle at all times so that you can

refer to it whenever you need information.

This manual should be considered a permanent part of the motorcycle and

should remain with the motorcycle when it is so ld.

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 obligation.

KAWASAKI HEAVY INDUSTRIES, LTD.

Motorcycle & Engine Company

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SPECIFICATIONS ................................ 8

LOCATION OF PARTS ........................ 11

LOADING AND ACCESSORIES IN-

FORMATION ..................................... 14

GENERAL INFORMATION .................. 17

Meter Instruments .............................. 17

Digital Meter ................................... 18

Warning/Indicator Lights ................ 23

Key ..................................................... 25

Ignition Switch/Steering Lock ............ 26

Left Handlebar Switches .................... 27

Dimmer Switch ............................... 27

Turn Signal Switch ......................... 28

Horn Button .................................... 28

Right Handlebar Switches ................. 28

Engine Stop Switch ....................... 28

Starter Button ................................. 29

Fuel Tank Cap .................................... 29

Fuel .................................................... 30

Fuel Requirements: ....................... 30

Filling the Tank: .............................. 32

Stand .................................................. 33

Helmet Hook ...................................... 34

Tool Kit Bag/Tool Kit ........................... 35

Seat .................................................... 36

Rear View Mirror ................................ 38

Tying Hooks ....................................... 38

BREAK-IN ............................................ 39

HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE .. 41

Starting the Engine ............................ 41

Jump Starting ..................................... 43

Moving Off .......................................... 46

Shifting Gears .................................... 47

Braking ............................................... 47

Stopping the Engine .......................... 49

Stopping the Motorcycle in an Emer-

gency .............................................. 49

Parking ............................................... 50

Catalytic Converter ............................ 52

SAFE OPERATION .............................. 54

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Safe Riding Technique ....................... 54

Daily Safety Checks .......................... 57

Additional Considerations for Off

Road Operation .............................. 60

MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 61

Periodic Maintenance Chart .............. 62

Engine Oil .......................................... 73

Spark Plug ......................................... 79

Valve Clearance ................................. 81

Air Cleaner ......................................... 82

Throttle Control System ..................... 87

Idle Speed .......................................... 90

Clutch ................................................. 90

Drive Chain ........................................ 92

Brakes ................................................ 98

Brake Light Switches .........................101

Front Fork ..........................................103

Rear Shock Absorber ........................104

Wheels ...............................................105

Battery ................................................109

Headlight Beam .................................114

Fuses .................................................116

Cleaning Your Motorcycle ..................118

STORAGE ............................................ 122

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ..... 125

LOCATION OF LABELS ...................... 126

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SPECIFICATIONS

PERFORMANCE

Maximum Horsepower 7.6 kW (10.3 PS) @8 000 r/min (rpm)

Maximum Torque 10 N·m (1.0 kgf·m) @6 400 r/min (rpm)

Minimum Turning Radius 2.1 m (6.9 ft)

DIMENSIONS

Overall Length 1 980 mm (78.0 in.)

Overall Width 770 mm (30.3 in.)

Overall Height 1 090 mm (42.9 in.)

Wheelbase 1 285 mm (50.6 in.)

Road Clearance 255 mm (10.0 in.)

Curb Mass

113 kg (249 lb)

ENGINE

Type 4-stroke, SOHC, single cylinder, air-cooled

Displacement 125 cm

3

(7.6 cu in.)

Bore × Stroke 54.0 × 54.4 mm (2.13 × 2.14 in.)

Compression Ratio 9.5:1

Starting System Electric starter

Fuel System FI (Fuel Injection)

Ignition System Battery and coil (transistorized ignition)

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Ignition Timing (Electronically ad-

vanced)

10° BTDC @1 400 r/min (rpm) ~ 32.5° BTDC @5 000

r/min (rpm)

Spark Plug NGK CR7HSA

Lubrication System Forced lubrication (wet sump)

Engine Oil:

Type

API SG, SH, SJ, SL or SM with JASO MA, MA1 or

MA2

Viscosity SAE 10W-40

Capacity 1.1 L (1.16 US qt)

TRANSMISSION

Transmission Type 5-speed, return shift

Clutch Type Wet, multi disc

Driving System Chain drive

Primary Reduction Ratio 2.880 (72/25)

Final Reduction Ratio 3.357 (47/14)

Overall Drive Ratio 9.669 @Top gear

Gear Ratio:

1st 2.917 (35/12)

2nd 2.000 (32/16)

3rd 1.474 (28/19)

4th 1.182 (26/22)

5th 1.000 (24/24)

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FRAME

Caster 27.2°

Trail 101 mm (3.98 in.)

Tire Size:

Front 70/100-19M/C 42P

Rear 90/100-16M/C 51P

Rim Size:

Front 19 × 1.40

Rear 16 × 1.85

Fuel Tank Capacity 7.0 L (7.4 US qt)

ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

Battery 12 V 6 Ah

Headlight:

High Beam 12 V 35 W

Low Beam 12 V 35 W

Tail/Brake Light

12 V 5/21 W

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. Front Brake Fluid Reservoir

5. Right Handlebar Switches

6. Front Brake Lever

7. Throttle Grip

8. Ignition Switch/Steering Lock

LOCATION OF PARTS

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1. Front Fork

2. Headlight

3. Front Turn Signal Lights

4. Fuel Tank Cap

5. Fuel Tank

6. Rear Shock Absorber

7. Air Cleaner Element

8. Battery

9. Tool Kit Bag

10. Tool Kit

11. Tying Hooks

12. Chain Adjuster

13. Drive Chain

14. Side Stand

15. Shift Pedal

16. Engine Oil Drain Bolt

17. Fuse Box

18. Brake Caliper

19. Brake Disc

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1. Tail/Brake Light

2. Rear Turn Signal Lights

3. Muffler

4. Seat

5. Rear Brake Fluid Reservoir

6. Rear Brake Light Switch

7. Front Brake Light Switch

8. Spark Plug

9. Rear Brake Pedal

10. Oil Filler Cap/Dipstick

11. Swingarm

12. Chain Adjuster

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 that the

motorcycle is not overloaded and

that you have follow ed these in-

structions.

With the exception of genuine Kawa-

saki Parts and Accessories, Kawasaki

has no control ov er the design or appli-

cation of accessories. In some cases,

improper installation or use of acces-

sories, or motorcycle modification, will

void the motor cycle 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 responsi ble

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 acce ssories 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 accesso ries.

The following general guidelines have

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been prepared to assist you in making

your determinations.

1. Any passenger should be thor-

oughly fami liar with motorcycle op-

eration. The passenger can affect

control of the motorcycle by improp-

er positioning during cornering and

sudden movements. It is important

that the passenger sits still while

the motorcycle is in motion and not

interfere with the oper ation of the

motorcycle. Do not carry animals

on your motorcycle.

2. You should instruct any passenger

before riding to keep his or her feet

on the passenger footpegs and hold

on to the operator or seat strap. Do

not carry a passenger unless he or

she is tall enough to reach the foot-

pegs and footpegs are provided.

3. All baggage should be carried as

low as possible to red uce the effect

on the motorcycle center of gravity.

Baggage weight should also be dis-

tributed equally on both sides of the

motorcycle. Avoid carrying baggage

that extends beyond the rear of the

motorcycle.

4. Baggage should be securely at-

tached. Make sure that the bag-

gage will not move around while

you are riding. Recheck baggage

security as often as possible (not

while the motorcycle is in motion)

and adjust as necessary.

5. Do not carry heavy or bulky items

on a luggage rack. They are de-

signed for light items, and overload-

ing can affect handling due to

changes in weight distribution and

aerodynamic forces.

6. Do not install accessories or carry

baggage that impairs the perform-

ance of the motorcycle. Make sure

that you have not adversely af-

fected any lighting components,

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road clearance, banking capability

(i.e., lean angle), control operation,

wheel travel, front fork movement,

or any other aspects of the motorcy-

cle's operation.

7. Weight attached to the handleba r or

front fork will increase the mass of

the steering assembly and can re-

sult in an unsafe riding condition.

8. Fairin gs, windshields, backrests,

and other large items have the ca-

pability of adversely affecting stabil-

ity and handling of the motorcycle,

not only due to their weight, but also

due to the aerodynamic force acting

on these surfaces while the motor-

cycle is in operation. Poorly de-

signed or installed items can result

in an unsafe riding condition.

9. This motorcycle was not intended

to be equipped with a sidecar or to

be used to tow any trailers or other

vehicles. Kawasaki does not

manufacture sidecars or trailers for

motorcycles and cannot predict the

effects of such accessories on han-

dling or stability, but can only warn

that the effects can be adverse and

that Kawasaki cannot assume re-

sponsibility for the results of such

unintended use of the motorcycle.

Furthermore, any adverse effects

on motorcycle components caused

by the use of such accessories will

not be remedied under warranty.

Maximum Load

Weight of rider, passenger, baggage, and

accessories must not exceed 135 kg (298

lb).

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Meter Instruments

A. Left (MODE) Button

B. Digital Meter

C. Clock

D. Tachometer Gauge

E. Red Zone

F. Speedometer

G. Right (RESET) Button

H. Turn Signal Indicator Light

(Right)

I. Neutral Indicator Light

J. High Beam Indicator Light

K. Odometer/Trip Meter AB/

Fuel Warning Message

L. Fuel Injection Indicator

Light

M. Fuel Level Warning Indica-

tor Light

N. Turn Signal Indicator Light

(Left)

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Digital Meter

The digital meter displays the follow-

ing functions: the tachomet er gauge,

speedometer, odometer, trip meter AB,

clock, and fuel warning message.

When the ignition key is turned to

“ON”, all the LCD segments are dis-

played for about three seconds, then,

depending on the mode selected, the

clock or meters operate normally.

Tachometer Gauge -

The tachometer shows the engine

speed in revolutions per minute (r/min,

rpm). On the right side of the tachome-

ter face is a portion called the ”red

zone”. Engine r/min (rpm) in the red

zone is above maximum recom-

mended engine speed and is also

above the range for good perform-

ance.

NOTICE

Engine r/min (rpm) should not be

allowed to enter the red zone; op-

eration in the red zone will over-

stress the engine and may cause

serious engine damage.

Speedometer -

The speedometer shows the speed

of the vehicle in digital values.

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