Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012 Owner's manual

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Owner's Manual

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A Table of Contents is included after

the Foreword.

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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This note symbol indicates points of

particular interest for more efficient

and convenient opera tion.

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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 motor cycle 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.

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 ................................ 10

LOCATION OF PARTS ........................ 14

LOADING AND ACCESSORIES IN-

FORMATION ..................................... 17

GENERAL INFORMATION .................. 20

Meter Instruments .............................. 20

Digital Meter ................................... 21

Warning/Indicator Lights ................ 27

Key ..................................................... 31

Ignition Switch/Steering Lock ............ 34

Left Handlebar Switches .................... 36

Dimmer Switch ............................... 36

Turn Signal Switch ......................... 36

Horn Button .................................... 37

Passing Button ............................... 37

Hazard Switch ................................ 37

Right Handlebar Switches ................. 38

Engine Stop Switch ....................... 38

Starter Button ................................. 38

Brake Lever Adjuster ......................... 39

Fuel Tank Cap .................................... 40

Fuel .................................................... 41

Fuel Requirements: ....................... 41

Filling the Tank: .............................. 42

Side Stand ......................................... 44

Seats .................................................. 45

Tool Kit ............................................... 48

Windshield ......................................... 49

BREAK-IN ............................................ 51

HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE .. 53

Starting the Engine ............................ 53

Jump Starting ..................................... 56

Moving Off .......................................... 58

Shifting Gears .................................... 59

Braking ............................................... 60

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) for

models equipped with ABS ............ 62

ABS Indicator Light ........................ 64

Stopping the Engine .......................... 65

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Stopping the Motorcycle in an Emer-

gency .............................................. 65

Parking ............................................... 66

Catalytic Converter ............................ 68

SAFE OPERATION .............................. 70

Safe Riding Technique ....................... 70

Daily Safety Checks .......................... 73

Additional Considerations for High

Speed Operation ............................ 76

MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 78

Periodic Maintenance Chart .............. 79

Engine Oil .......................................... 89

Cooling System .................................. 95

Spark Plugs .......................................100

Valve Clearance .................................101

Kawasaki Clean Air System ..............101

Exhaust Device ..................................102

Air Cleaner .........................................103

Throttle Control System .....................105

Engine Vacuum Synchronization .......107

Idle Speed ..........................................108

Clutch .................................................109

Drive Chain ........................................ 111

Brakes ................................................119

Brake Light Switches .........................122

Front Fork ..........................................125

Rear Shock Absorber ........................133

Wheels ...............................................138

Battery ................................................143

Headlight Beam .................................148

Fuses .................................................149

General Lubrication ...........................151

Cleaning Your Motorcycle ..................153

STORAGE ............................................ 159

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ..... 161

LOCATION OF LABELS ...................... 162

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SPECIFICATIONS

PERFORMANCE

Maximum Horsepower 101.5 kW (138 PS) @9 600 r/min (rpm)

(HR) 78.2 kW (106 PS) @9 100 r/min (rpm)

Maximum Torque 110 N·m (11.2 kgf·m, 81.1 ft·lb) @7 800 r/min (rpm)

(HR) 95 N·m (9.7 kgf·m, 70.1 ft·lb) @7 500 r/min (rpm)

Minimum Turning Radius 3.1 m (122 in.)

DIMENSIONS

Overall Length 2 105 mm (82.9 in.)

Overall Width 790 mm (31.1 in.)

Overall Height/High Position 1 170 mm (46.1 in.)/1 230 mm (48.4 in.)

Wheelbase 1 445 mm (56.9 in.)

Road Clearance 135 mm (5.3 in.)

Curb Mass 228 kg (503 lb)

(H) 231 kg (509 lb)

ENGINE

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

Displacement 1 043 cm³ (64.0 cu in.)

Bore × Stroke 77.0 × 56.0 mm (3.0 × 2.2 in.)

Compression Ratio 11.8:1

Starting System Electric starter

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

Firing Order 1-2-4-3

Fuel System FI (Fuel Injection)

Ignition System Battery and coil (transistorized ignition)

Ignition Timing (Electronically

advanced)

10° BTDC @1 100 r/min (rpm) ~ 40.2° BTDC @5

200 r/min (rpm)

Spark Plugs NGK CR9EIA-9

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 4.0 L (4.2 US qt)

Coolant Capacity 2.9 L (3.1 US qt)

TRANSMISSION

Transmission Type 6-speed, return shift

Clutch Type Wet, multi disc

Driving System Chain drive

Primary Reduction Ratio 1.627 (83/51)

Final Reduction Ratio 2.733 (41/15)

Overall Drive Ratio 5.055 @Top gear

Gear Ratio:

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1st 2.600 (39/15)

2nd 1.950 (39/20)

3rd 1.600 (24/15)

4th 1.389 (25/18)

5th 1.238 (26/21)

6th 1.136 (25/22)

FRAME

Caster 24.5°

Trail 102 mm (4.0 in.)

Tire Size:

Front 120/70ZR17 M/C (58 W)

Rear 190/50ZR17 M/C (73 W)

Rim Size:

Front J17M/C × MT3.50

Rear J17M/C × MT6.00

Fuel Tank Capacity 19 L (5.0 US gal)

ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

Battery 12 V 8 Ah

Headlight:

High Beam 12 V 55 W

Low Beam 12 V 55 W

Tail/Brake Light LED

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SPECIFICATIONS

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H: ZX1000H

HR: with Honeycomb Catalytic Converter (Restricted model)

Even if one of LED (Light Emitting Diode) tail/brake lights does not go on, 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. Spring Preload Adjuster

4. Rebound Damping Force Adjuster

5. Meter Instruments

6. Brake Fluid Reservoir (Front)

7. Right Handlebar Switches

8. Front Brake Lever

9. Throttle Grip

10. Windshield Adjuster Knob

11. Ignition Switch/Steering Lock

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11. Turn Signal Lights

12. Headlight

13. Spark Plugs

14. Air Cleaner

15. Fuel Tank

16. Rider's Seat

17. Passenger's Seat

18. Tail/Brake Light

19. License Plate Light

20. Seat Lock

21. Front Fork

22. Brake Disc

23. Compression Damping

Force Adjuster

24. Brake Caliper

25. Shift Pedal

26. Side Stand

27. Drive Chain

28. Chain Adjuster

LOCATION OF PARTS

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29. Brake Fluid Reservoir (Rear)

30. Fuse Box

31. Battery

32. Idle Adjusting Screw

33. Fuel Tank Cap

34. Muffler

35. Swingarm

36. Rebound Damping Force Adjuster

37. Rear Shock Absorber

38. Rear Brake Light Switch

39. Rear Brake Pedal

40. Oil Level Inspection Window

41. Oil Filter

42. Coolant Reserve Tank

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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 followed these in-

structions.

With the exception of genuine Kawa-

saki Parts and Accessories, Kawasaki

has no control over the des ign 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

fitting additional accessories. The fol-

lowing general guidelines have been

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prepared to assist you in making your

determinations.

1. Any passenger should be thor-

oughly familiar with motorcycle op-

eration. The passenger can affect

control of the motorcycle by improp-

er positioning during corneri ng and

sudden movements. It is important

that the passenger sits still while

the motorcycle is in motion and not

interfere with the operation 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 reduce 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 insta ll accessorie s 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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