Kawasaki Ninja H2R 2014 Owner's manual

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Motorcycle

Owner's Manual

Original instructions

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Quick Reference Guide

This Quick Reference Guide will

assist you in finding the information

you're looking for.

A Table of Contents is included after

the Foreword.

SAFETY INFORMATION

GENERAL INFORMATION

HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE

MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

APPENDIX

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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This vehicle is designed for the operator only, no passengers.

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This vehicle was not manufactured for use on public streets, roads or highways.

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The use of this vehicle should be limited to riding on a closed course.

•

Observe the rules and regulations of the closed course you ride.

•

The standard tires are designed exclusively for use on a closed course. These

specialty tires are not designed for oval or partial oval course use and may not

be suitable for other courses or conditions. Kawasaki recommends that you fol-

low the tire manufacturer's instructions and warnings, and that you consult the

tire manufacturer to select the appropriate tires for the course or riding condi-

tions.

•

Computer controlled systems such as KIBS, KTRC, etc. are tuned with the

standard tires. Use of tires other than the standard tires could affect perform-

ance of these systems.

•

Warm up the tires to their operating temperature using tire warmers before rid-

ing.

•

When storing your motorcycle, use front and rear stands and keep the tires off

the floor.

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Do not operate this vehicle in wet conditions.

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Read owner's manual.

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Exhaust Emission

The exhaust sound level (standstill) of this vehicle is 120 dB (A) measured using

the method below.

Before riding, confirm the noise regulation of the closed course where you are

going to ride. The exhaust noise level measuring method may differ from one

course to another.

Reference Measuring Condition:

- Microphone position: 50 cm (19.7 in) from the exhaust pipe at an angle of 45°

measured from the center-line of the exhaust end and at the height of the ex-

haust pipe.

- Engine speed: 5 500 r/min (rpm), (Close throttle completely after the engine

speed was kept for 3 seconds.)

- Engine cooling wat er temperature: 90°C (194°F)

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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

○

NOTE indicates information that may

help or guide you in the operation or

service of the vehicle.

MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY

This motorcycle is sold as a vehicle for rid-

ing in a closed course and as such there is

no manufacturer's warranty expressed or

implied. You should also be aware that

any accidental damage and/or damage

caused by alteration of the standard speci-

fication (tuning or modification) is entirely

the owner's responsibility. Nothing in this

statement affects your statutory rights.

NOTICE

TO PROTECT THE FUTURE OF YOUR

SPORT, MAKE SURE YOU USE YOUR

MOTORCYCLE LEGALLY, SHOW CON-

CERN FOR THE ENVIRONMENT, AND

RESPECT THE RIGHTS OF OTHER

PEOPLE.

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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.

As with any mechanical device, proper care and maintenance are important for

trouble-free operation and top performance. This manual is written to enable you to

keep your motorcycle properly tuned and adjusted.

Due to improvements in design and performance made during production, in

some cases there may be minor discrepancies between the actual vehicle and the

illustrations and text in this manual.

All products are subject to change without prior notice or obliga tion.

KAWASAKI HEAVY INDUSTRIES, LTD.

Motorcycle & Engine Company

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY INFORMATION ..................... 10

Read Owner's Manual ....................... 10

Daily Pre-Ride Checks and Periodic

Maintenance ................................... 10

Safe Operation ................................... 11

Carbon Monoxide Hazard .............. 11

Fueling ........................................... 11

Never Ride with Drugs or Alcohol .. 11

Protective Gear and Clothing ........ 12

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY .... 13

GENERAL INFORMATION .................. 15

Specifications .................................... 15

Serial Number Locations ................... 18

Location of Labels .............................. 19

Location of Parts ................................ 27

Meter Instruments .............................. 30

Indicators ....................................... 31

Speedometer/Tachometer ............. 39

Display Select ................................ 40

Multifunction Display Mode ............ 47

Menu Mode .................................... 54

Setting Mode .................................. 54

Record Mode ................................. 73

Features ......................................... 77

Keys ................................................... 79

Ignition Switch/Steering Lock ............ 79

Right Handlebar Switches ................. 81

Left Handlebar Switches .................... 82

Brake Lever Adjuster ......................... 83

Clutch Lever Adjuster ........................ 83

Fuel .................................................... 84

Fuel Requirements ........................ 84

Filling the Tank ............................... 86

Side Stand ......................................... 88

Seat .................................................... 89

Tool Kit ............................................... 92

Hip Support ........................................ 93

HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE .. 98

Break-In ............................................. 98

Starting the Engine ............................ 98

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Shifting Gears ....................................101

Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake

System (KIBS) ................................102

Stopping the Engine ..........................104

Kawasaki TRaction Control (KTRC) ..105

Kawasaki Launch Control Mode

(KLCM) ...........................................109

Kawasaki Engine Brake Control

(KEBC) ........................................... 111

Kawasaki Quick Shift (KQS) .............. 111

MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 112

Daily Pre-Ride Checks ......................114

After-Ride Checks .............................116

Periodic Maintenance ........................117

Service Time ......................................122

Engine Oil ..........................................125

Coolant ..............................................128

Air Cleaner .........................................132

Throttle Control System .....................134

Idle Speed ..........................................136

Clutch .................................................136

Drive Chain ........................................138

Brakes ................................................142

Brake Light Switches .........................145

Electronic Steering Damper (ESD) ....147

Suspension System ...........................148

Front Fork ...................................... 148

Rear Shock Absorber .................... 150

Setting Tables ................................ 154

Wheels ...............................................158

Battery ................................................160

Fuses .................................................164

General Lubrication ...........................165

Cleaning Your Motorcycle ..................166

General Precautions ...................... 166

Washing Your Motorcycle .............. 168

APPENDIX ........................................... 171

Storage ..............................................171

Troubleshooting Guide ......................174

Environmental Protection ..................179

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SAFETY INFORMATION

Read Owner's Manual

Read this Owner’s Manual carefully

before riding so that you will be thor-

oughly familiar with the proper opera-

tion of your motorcycle’s controls, its

features, capabilities, and limitations.

This manual offers many safe riding

tips, but its purpose is not to provide in-

struction in all of the techniques and

skills requir ed to ride a motorcycle

safely.

Daily Pre-Ride Checks and

Periodic Maintenance

It is important to keep your motor-

cycle properly maintained and in safe

riding condition. Inspect your motor-

cycle before every ride and carry out

all periodic maintenance. See the Daily

Pre-Ride Checks section and the Peri-

odic Maintenance section in the MAIN-

TENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

chapter for more information.

WARNING

Failure to perform these checks

or to correct a problem before op-

eration may result in serious

damage or an accident. Always

perform daily pre-ride checks be-

fore operation.

To ensure your motorcycle is serv-

iced using the latest servicing informa-

tion, it is recommended that an

authorized Kawasaki Dealer performs

the periodic maintenance as directed

in the Owner's Manual.

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If you notice any irregular operating

condition, have your motorcycle thor-

oughly checked at an authorized Ka-

wasaki dealer as soon as possible.

Safe Operation

The following should be carefully ob-

served for safe and effective vehicle

operation.

Carbon Monoxide Hazard

DANGER

Exhaust gas contains carbon

monoxide, a colorless, odorless

poisonous gas. Inhaling carbon

monoxide can cause serious

brain injury or death.

Do not run the engine in enclosed

areas. Operate only in a well-ven-

tilated area.

Fueling

WARNING

Gasoline is extremely flammable

and can be explosive under cer-

tain conditions.

To avoid a possible fire or explo-

sion, turn the ignition switch off.

Do not smoke. Make sure the

area is well ventilated and free

from any source of flame or

sparks; this includes any appli-

ance with a pilot light.

Never Ride with Drugs or Alco-

hol

Alcohol and drugs impair your judg-

ment and reaction time. Never con-

sume alcohol or drugs before or while

riding motorcycles.

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Protective Gear and Clothing

Before going to a closed course, ask

the course office about the protective

gear and clothing which must be worn

to ride that course, and be sure to wear

them properly.

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 13

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Specifications

PERFORMANCE

Minimum Turning Radius 3.4 m (134 in.)

DIMENSIONS

Overall Length 2 070 mm (81.50 in.)

Overall Width 770 mm (30.3 in.)

Overall Height 1 160 mm (45.67 in.)

Wheelbase 1 450 mm (57.09 in.)

Road Clearance 130 mm (5.12 in.)

Curb Mass

216 kg (476 lb)

ENGINE

Type DOHC, 4-cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled

Displacement 998 cm³ (60.9 cu in.)

Bore × Stroke 76.0 × 55.0 mm (2.99 × 2.17 in.)

Compression Ratio 8.3:1

Starting System Electric starter

Cylinder Numbering Method Left to right, 1-2-3-4

Firing Order 1-2-4-3

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Fuel System FI (Fuel Injection)

Ignition System Battery and coil (transistorized ignition)

Ignition Timing

(Electronically advanced)

10° BTDC @1 100 r/min (rpm) ~ 38.3° BTDC @5 500 r/

min (rpm)

Spark Plug: Type NGK SILMAR9B9

Gap 0.8 ~ 0.9 mm (0.031 ~ 0.035 in.)

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 5.0 L (5.3 US qt)

Coolant Capacity 2.5 L (2.6 US qt)

TRANSMISSION

Transmission Type 6-speed, constant mesh, return shift

Clutch Type Wet, multi disc

Driving System Chain drive

Primary Reduction Ratio 1.551 (76/49)

Final Reduction Ratio 2.333 (42/18)

Overall Drive Ratio 4.878 (Top gear)

Gear Ratio: 1st 3.188 (51/16)

2nd 2.526 (48/19)

3rd 2.045 (45/22)

4th 1.727 (38/22)

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5th 1.524 (32/21)

6th 1.348 (31/23)

FRAME

Caster 25.1°

Trail 108 mm (4.25 in.)

Tire Size: Front 120/600 R17

Rear 190/650 R17

Rim Size: Front J17M/C × MT3.50

Rear J17M/C × MT6.00

Fuel Tank Capacity 17 L (4.5 US gal)

Brake Fluid: Front DOT4

Rear DOT4

ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

Battery 12 V 8.6 Ah (10 HR)

Brake/Tail Light *LED

*: LED (Light Emitting Diode) tail/brake light does not illuminate in a factory shipping

state. If tail/brake light is used, consult with an authorized Kawasaki dealer.

Specifications are subject to change without notice, and may not apply to every

country.

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Serial Number Locations

The engine and frame serial numbers are the only means of identifying your par-

ticular machine from oth ers of the same model type. These serial numbers may be

needed by your dealer when ordering parts. In the event of theft, the investigating

authorities will require both numbers as well as the model type and any peculiar

features of your machine that can help them identify it.

Engine No.

A. Engine Number

Frame No.

A. Frame Number

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Location of Labels

All warning labels which are on your

vehicle are repeated here. Read label s

on your vehicle and understand them

thoroughly. They contain information

which is important for your safety and

the safety of anyone else who may op-

erate your vehicle. Therefore, it is very

important that all warning labels be on

your vehicle in the locations shown. If

any label is missing, damaged, or

worn, get a replacement from your Ka-

wasaki dealer and install it in the cor-

rect position.

NOTE

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The sample warning labels in this

section have part numbers to help

you and your dealer obtain the cor-

rect replacement.

1. Brake Fluid (Front)

2. Clutch Fluid

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