Kawasaki Versys 1000 2013 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.

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

○

NOTE indicates information that may

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

REASONABLE 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.

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

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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

Multifunction Meter ........................ 24

Warning/Indicator Lights ................ 42

Keys ................................................... 49

Ignition Switch/Steering Lock ............ 52

Left Handlebar Switches .................... 53

Dimmer Switch ............................... 54

Turn Signal Switch ......................... 54

Horn Button .................................... 54

Multifunction Button ....................... 54

Passing Button ............................... 54

Hazard Switch ................................ 54

Right Handlebar Switches ................. 55

Engine Stop Switch ....................... 55

Starter Button ................................. 56

Brake Lever Adjuster ......................... 56

Fuel Tank Cap .................................... 57

Fuel .................................................... 58

Fuel Requirements: ....................... 58

Filling the Tank: .............................. 60

Side Stand ......................................... 61

Seat .................................................... 62

Tool Kit Case ...................................... 64

Storage Compartment ....................... 65

Rear View Mirror ................................ 66

Windshield ......................................... 67

Rear Carrier ....................................... 68

Tying Hooks ....................................... 69

Event Data Recorder ......................... 69

Electric Accessory Connectors .......... 70

BREAK-IN ............................................ 72

HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE .. 74

Starting the Engine ............................ 74

Jump Starting ..................................... 77

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Moving Off .......................................... 79

Shifting Gears .................................... 80

Braking ............................................... 81

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 83

ABS Indicator Light ........................ 85

Stopping the Engine .......................... 86

Stopping the Motorcycle in an Emer-

gency .............................................. 86

Parking ............................................... 87

Catalytic Converter ............................ 89

KTRC (Kawasaki TRaction Control) .. 91

Power Mode ....................................... 95

KTRC and Power Mode Combination

97

SAFE OPERATION .............................. 99

Safe Riding Technique ....................... 99

Daily Checks ......................................102

Additional Considerations for High

Speed Operation ............................105

MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 107

Periodic Maintenance Chart ..............108

Engine Oil ..........................................118

Cooling System .................................. 124

Spark Plugs .......................................131

Valve Clearance .................................132

Kawasaki Clean Air System ..............132

Air Cleaner .........................................133

Throttle Control System .....................135

Engine Vacuum Synchronization .......137

Idle Speed ..........................................138

Clutch .................................................139

Drive Chain ........................................142

Brakes ................................................150

Brake Light Switches .........................154

Front Fork ..........................................157

Rear Shock Absorber ........................162

Wheels ...............................................167

Battery ................................................172

Headlight Beam .................................177

Fuses .................................................179

General Lubrication ...........................180

Cleaning Your Motorcycle ..................182

STORAGE ............................................ 188

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ..... 190

LOCATION OF LABELS ...................... 191

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SPECIFICATIONS

PERFORMANCE

Maximum Horsepower 86.8 kW (118 PS) @9 000 r/min (rpm)

(HR) 78.2 kW (106 PS) @9 000 r/min (rpm)

Maximum Torque 102 N·m (10.4 kgf·m, 75 ft·lb) @7 700 r/min (rpm)

(HR) 96 N·m (9.8 kgf·m, 71 ft·lb) @6 800 r/min (rpm)

Minimum Turning Radius 3 m (118 in.)

DIMENSIONS

Overall Length 2 235 mm (88.0 in.)

Overall Width 900 mm (35.4 in.)

Overall Height/High Position 1 405 mm (55.3 in.)/1 430 mm (56.3 in.)

Wheelbase 1 520 mm (59.8 in.)

Road Clearance 155 mm (6.1 in.)

Curb Mass 239 kg (527 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 10.3:1

Starting System Electric starter

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

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Firing Order 1-2-4-3

Fuel System FI (Fuel Injection)

Ignition System Battery and coil (transistorized ignition)

Ignition Timing (Electronically ad-

vanced)

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 2.6 L (2.7 US qt)

TRANSMISSION

Transmission Type 6-speed, constant mesh, return shift

Clutch Type Wet, multi disc

Driving System Chain drive

Primary Reduction Ratio 1.627 (83/51)

Final Reduction Ratio 2.867 (43/15)

Overall Drive Ratio 4.471 @Top gear

Gear Ratio:

1st 2.692 (35/13)

2nd 1.950 (39/20)

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3rd 1.529 (26/17)

4th 1.304 (30/23)

5th 1.136 (25/22)

6th 0.958 (23/24)

FRAME

Caster 27°

Trail 107 mm (4.2 in.)

Tire Size:

Front 120/70ZR17 M/C 58 W

Rear 180/55ZR17 M/C 73 W

Rim Size:

Front J17M/C × MT3.50

Rear J17M/C × MT5.50

Fuel Tank Capacity 21 L (5.5 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

HR: with Honeycomb Catalytic Converter (Restricted model)

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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.

SPECIFICATIONS 15

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LOCATION OF PARTS

1. Clutch Lever

2. Left Handlebar Switches

3. Spring Preload Adjusters

4. Meter Instruments

5. Rebound Damping Force Adjuster

6. Brake Fluid Reservoir (Front)

7. Right Handlebar Switches

8. Front Brake Lever

9. Throttle Grip

10. Ignition Switch/Steering Lock

16 LOCATION OF PARTS

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1. Headlight

2. Windshield Adjusting

Nuts

3. Turn Signal Lights

4. Spark Plugs

5. Air Cleaner

6. Fuel Tank

7. Seat

8. Tying Hooks

9. Tail/Brake Light

10. License Plate Light

11. Seat Lock

12. Chain Adjuster

13. Drive Chain

14. Side Stand

15. Shift Pedal

16. Brake Caliper

17. Brake Disc

18. Front Fork

LOCATION OF PARTS

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1. Spring Preload Adjuster

2. Brake Fluid Reservoir (Rear)

3. Battery

4. Rear Shock Absorber

5. Fuse Box

6. Idle Adjusting Screw

7. Fuel Tank Cap

8. Coolant Reserve Tank

9. Oil Filter

10. Oil Level Inspection Window

11. Rear Brake Pedal

12. Rear Brake Light Switch

13. Rebound Damping Force Adjuster

14. Swingarm

15. Muffler

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 that the

motorcycle is not over loaded and

that you have followed these in-

structions.

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

fitting additional accessories. The fol-

lowing general guidelines have been

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