Kawasaki W800 - 2011 Owner's manual

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Motorcycle

Owner's Manual

Original instructions

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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 requ ired 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 spe-

cial tools descri bed in the Service Manual.

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

fer 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 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 ........................ 13

LOADING INFORMATION ................... 16

GENERAL INFORMATION .................. 19

Meter Instruments .............................. 19

Speedometer and Tachometer ...... 20

LCD (Clock, Odometer, Trip Meter) 21

Warning/Indicator Lights ................ 24

Key ..................................................... 26

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

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

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

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

Left Handlebar Switches .................... 29

Dimmer Switch: .............................. 29

Turn Signal Switch: ........................ 30

Horn Button: ................................... 30

Brake/Clutch Lever Adjuster .............. 30

Fuel Tank Cap .................................... 31

Fuel .................................................... 32

Fuel Requirement: ......................... 32

Filling the Tank: .............................. 34

Stands ................................................ 35

Seat .................................................... 37

Helmet Hook/Holding Cable .............. 38

Tool Kit ............................................... 40

Document Compartment ................... 40

Tying Hooks ....................................... 41

Rear View Mirror ................................ 41

BREAK-IN ............................................ 43

HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE .. 45

Starting the Engine ............................ 45

Jump Starting ..................................... 47

Moving Off .......................................... 50

Shifting Gears .................................... 51

Braking ............................................... 52

Stopping the Engine .......................... 53

Stopping the Motorcycle in an Emer-

gency .............................................. 54

Parking ............................................... 55

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Catalytic Converter ............................ 57

SAFE OPERATION .............................. 59

Safe Riding Technique ....................... 59

Daily Checks ...................................... 62

Additional Considerations for High

Speed Operation ............................ 65

MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 67

Periodic Maintenance Chart .............. 68

Engine Oil .......................................... 77

Spark Plugs ....................................... 83

Kawasaki Clean Air System .............. 84

Valve Clearance ................................. 85

Air Cleaner ......................................... 86

Throttle Control System ..................... 90

Engine Vacuum Synchronization ....... 93

Idle Speed .......................................... 93

Clutch ................................................. 95

Drive Chain ........................................ 96

Brakes ................................................104

Brake Light Switch .............................109

Front Fork .......................................... 111

Rear Shock Absorber ........................112

Wheels ...............................................116

Spoke and Rim: ............................. 119

Battery ................................................120

Headlight Beam .................................126

Fuses .................................................128

General Lubrication ...........................130

Cleaning Your Motorcycle ..................131

STORAGE ............................................ 137

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ..... 139

LOCATION OF LABELS ...................... 140

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SPECIFICATIONS

PERFORMANCE

Maximum Horsepower 35 kW (48 PS) @6 500 r/min (rpm)

Maximum Torque

60 N·m (6.1 kgf·m, 44.3 ft·lb) @2 500 r/min (rpm)

Minimum Turning Radius 2.7 m (8.9 ft)

DIMENSIONS

Overall Length 2 190 mm (86.22 in.)

Overall Width 790 mm (31.10 in.)

Overall Height 1 075 mm (42.32 in.)

Wheelbase 1 465 mm (57.68 in.)

Road Clearance 125 mm (4.92 in.)

Curb Mass 217 kg (478 lb)

ENGINE

Type SOHC, 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, air-cooled

Displacement 773 cm

3

(47.2 cu in.)

Bore × Stroke 77.0 × 83.0 mm (3.03 × 3.27 in.)

Compression Ratio 8.4 : 1

Starting System Electric starter

Cylinder Numbering Method Left to right, 1-2

Firing Order 1-2

Fuel System FI (Fuel Injection)

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SPECIFICATIONS

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Ignition System Battery and coil (transistorized ignition)

Ignition Timing 0° BTDC @1 200 r/min (rpm)

Spark Plug NGK CR8E

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 : 3.2 L (3.4 US qt)

TRANSMISSION

Transmission Type 5-speed, constant mesh, return shift

Clutch Type Wet, multi disc

Driving System Chain drive

Primary Reduction Ratio 2.095 (88/42)

Final Reduction Ratio 2.467 (37/15)

Overall Drive Ratio 4.403 (Top gear)

Gear Ratio 1st 2.353 (40/17)

2nd 1.591 (35/22)

3rd 1.240 (31/25)

4th 1.000 (28/28)

5th 0.852 (23/27)

FRAME

Caster 27°

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Trail 108 mm (4.3 in.)

Tire Size: Front 100/90-19M/C 57H

Rear 130/80-18M/C 66H

Rim Size: Front J19 × 2.15

Rear J18M/C × MT2.75

Fuel Tank Capacity 14 L (3.7 US gal)

ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

Battery 12 V 10 Ah (10 HR)

Headlight

High beam 12 V 60 W

Low beam 12 V 55 W

Brake/Tail Light

12 V 21/5 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. Starter Lockout Switch

4. Meter Instruments

5. Brake Fluid Reservoir (Front)

6. Right Handlebar Switches

7. Front Brake Lever

8. Ignition Switch/Steering Lock

9. Throttle Grip

LOCATION OF PARTS

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1. Front Fork

2. Headlight

3. Turn Signal Lights

4. Fuel Tank Cap

5. Idle Adjusting Screw

6. Air Cleaner Element

7. Junction Box (Fuse Box)

8. Seat Lock

9. Helmet Hook

10. Grab Rail

11. Tying Hook

12. Tail/Brake Light

13. Brake Disc

14. Shift Pedal

15. Center Stand

16. Side Stand

17. Battery

18. Muffler

19. Rear Shock Absorber

20. Drive Chain

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1. Helmet Holding Cable

2. Tool Kit

3. Air Cleaner Element

4. Seat

5. Rear Brake Pedal

6. Spark Plugs

7. Brake Lining Wear Indica-

tor

8. Rear Brake Light Switch

9. Oil Filler Cap

10. Oil Level Inspection Win-

dow

11. Oil Drain Bolt

12. Oil Filter

13. Horn

14. Brake Caliper

LOCATION OF PARTS

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LOADING 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 it is not

overloaded and that you have fol-

lowed these instructions.

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

the fitting of additional accessories.

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 familiar 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 sit still while the

motorcycle is in motion and not in-

terfere with the operation of the mo-

torcycle. Do not carry animals on

your motorcycle.

2. You should instruct any passenger

before riding to keep his feet on the

passenger footpegs and hold on to

the operator or grab rail. Do not

carry a passenger unless he or she

is tall enough to reach the footpegs

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 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 aspect of the motorcy-

cle's operation.

7. Weight attached to the handlebar

or front fork will increase the mass

of the steering assembly and can

result in an unsafe riding condition.

8. Fairings, windshields, backrests,

and other large items have the ca-

pability of adversely affecting stabil-

ity and handling of the motorcycle,

not only because of their weight,

but also due to the aerodynamic

forces acting on these surfaces

while the motorcycle is in operation.

Poorly designed or installed items

can result in an unsafe riding condi-

tion.

9. This motorcycle was not intended

to be equipped with a sidecar or to

be used to tow any trailer or other

vehicle. Kawasaki does not manu-

facture sidecars or trailers for mo-

torcycles 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 183 kg (403

lb).

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Meter Instruments

A. Speedometer

B. MODE Button

C. RESET Button

D. Tachometer

E. Red Zone

F. FI Warning Indicator Light

G. Oil Pressure Warning Indi-

cator Light

H. Right Turn Signal Indicator

Light

I. Fuel Level Warning Indicator

Light

J. Neutral Indicator Light

K. High Beam Indicator Light

L. Left Turn Signal Indicator

Light

M. LCD (Odometer/Trip Meter/

Clock)

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