Kawasaki Versys 1000 2013 Owner's manual

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Motorcycle
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
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.
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. Mar. 15, 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
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.
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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
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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