Kawasaki Ninja H2R Owner's manual

Quick Reference Guide

SAFETY INFORMATION j

GENERAL INFORMATION j

HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE j

MAINTENANCE AND ADJUS TMEN T j

APPENDIX j

This Quick Reference Guide will

assist you in finding the information

you’re looking for.

A Table of Contents is included after

the Foreword.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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

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

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

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Observe the rules and regulatio ns of the closed course you ride.

•

Thestandardtiresaredesignedexclusivelyforuseonaclosedcourse. These

specialty tires are not designed for oval or partial oval course use and may no t be

suitable for other course s or conditions. Kawasaki recommends that you follow the tire

manufacturer’s instructions and warnings, and that you consult the tire manufacturer to

select the appropriate tires for th e course or riding conditio ns.

•

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

tires. Use of tires other than the standard tires could affect performance of these

systems.

•

Warm up the tires to their operating temperature using tire w armers before riding.

•

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.

Exhaust Emission

The ex ha ust sound level (standstill) of this vehicle is 120 dB (A) m easured in the

method bellow.

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

ing 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 exhaust pipe.

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

was kept for 3 seconds.)

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

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 resu lt 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 ind icates informat ion that ma y

help or guide you in the operation or

service of the vehicle.

DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY

This motorcycle is sold AS IS, with all

faults, obvious or concealed and there

are NO WARRANTIES, expressed or

implied, including warranties of MER -

CHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR PUR-

POSE.

The purchaser accepts all responsibil-

ities concerning quality, performance,

cost of service and/or necessary re-

pairs.

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.

Motorcycl e Noise Em ission Control

Information

This motorcycle is designed for closed

course use only. It does not conform to

U.S. EPA motorcycle noise standards.

WARNING

Engine exhaust, some of its

constituents, and certain vehi-

cle components contain or emit

chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproduc-

tive harm.

FOREWORD

Congratulations on your purchase of a new Kawasaki motorcycle. Your new m o-

torcycle is the product of Kawasaki’s advanced engineering, exhaustive testing,

and continu o us striving for su pe rior reliability, s afety 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

illustration s a nd text in this manua l.

All products are subject to change without prior notice or obligation.

KAWASAKI HEAVY INDUSTRIES, LTD.

Motorcycle & Engine Company

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

Read Owner ’s Manual ..................... 10

Daily Pre-Ride Checks and Perio dic

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

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

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

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

Never Ride with Drugs or Alcohol. 12

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

GENERAL INFORMATION................. 13

Specifications................................... 13

Serial Number Locations.................. 17

Location of Labels ............................ 18

Location of P arts .............................. 26

Meter Instruments ............................ 29

Indicators ...................................... 30

Speedometer/Tachometer ............ 38

Display Select............................... 39

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

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

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

Record Mode ................................ 74

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

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

Ignition Switch/Steering Lock........... 80

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

Left Handlebar Switches .................. 83

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

Clutch Lever Adjuster....................... 84

Fuel .................................................. 85

Fuel Requirements ....................... 85

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

Side Stand ....................................... 89

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

Tool Kit ............................................. 93

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

HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE .98

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

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

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

Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake

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

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

Kawasaki TRaction C ontrol (KT RC). 105

Kawasaki Launch Control Mode

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

Kawasaki Engine Brake Control

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

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

MAINTENANCE A ND ADJUSTMENT 112

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

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

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

Service Time .................................... 123

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

Coolant............................................. 129

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

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

Idle Speed........................................ 137

Clutch............................................... 138

Drive Chain ...................................... 139

Brakes.............................................. 143

Brake Light Switches........................ 146

Electronic Steering Damper (ESD) .. 148

Suspension System ......................... 149

Front Fork ..................................... 149

Rear Shock Absorber ................... 152

Setting Tables ............................... 156

Wheels ............................................. 1 60

Battery.............................................. 162

Fuses ............................................... 165

General Lubrication.......................... 167

Cleaning Your Motorcycle ................ 168

General Precautions..................... 168

Washing Your Motorcycle ............. 170

APPENDIX .......................................... 173

Storage ............................................ 173

Troubleshooting Guide..................... 176

Environmental Protection................. 181

10 SAFETY INFORMATION

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SAFETY INFORM ATION

Read Owner’s Manual

Read this Owner ’s Manual care-

fully before riding so that you will be

thoroughly familiar with the proper op-

eration of your motorcycle’s controls,

its features, capabilities, and limita -

tions. This manual offers many safe

riding tips, but its purpose is not to pro-

vide instruction in all of the techniques

and skills required to ride a motorc ycle

safely.

Daily Pre-Ride Checks and

Periodic Maintenance

It is important to keep your motorcy-

cle properly maintained and in safe rid-

ing condition. Inspect your motorcy-

cle 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 chap-

ter for mo re information.

WARNING

Failure to perform these checks

or to correct a problem before

operation may result in serious

damage or an accident. Always

perform daily pre-ride checks

before operation.

To ensure your m otorc ycle is ser-

viced using the latest servicing infor-

mation, 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 n otice any irregular operat-

ing condition, have your motorcycle

thoroughly checked at an authorized

Kawasaki 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 en-

closed areas. Operate only in a

well-ventilated area.

Fueling

WARNING

Gasoline is extremely flammable

and can be explosive under cer-

tain conditions.

To avoid a possible fire or ex-

plosion, turn the ignition switch

off. Do not smoke. Make sure

theareaiswellventilatedand

free from any source of flame or

sparks; this includes any appli-

ance with a pilot light.

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Never Ride with Drugs or Alcohol

Alcohol and drugs impair your judg-

ment and reaction time. Never con-

sume alcohol or dru gs before or while

riding motorcycles.

Protective Gear and Clothing

Before going to a closed course, ask

the course office about the protective

gear and clothin g which must be worn

to ride that course, and be sure to wear

them properly.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Specifications

PERFORMAN

CE

Minimum Turning Radius

3.4 m (134 i

n.)

DIMENSIO

NS

Overall L

ength

2 070 mm (8

1.50 in.)

Overall W

idth

770 mm (30

.3 in.)

Overall H

eight

1 160 mm (4

5.67 in.)

Wheelbase

1 450 mm (

57.09 in.)

Road Cle

arance

130 mm (5

.12 in.)

Curb Mass

216 kg (4

76 lb)

ENGINE

Type

DOHC, 4

-cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled

Displacement

998 cm³

(60.9cuin.)

Bore × S

troke

76.0 × 5

5.0 m m (2.99 × 2.17 in.)

Compre

ssion Ratio 8.3:1

14 GE NER A L INFORMATION

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Starting System Electric starter

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

Firing Order 1-2-4-3

Fuel System FI (Fuel I njection)

Ignition System Battery and coil (transistorized ignition)

Ignition

Timing

(Electronically adv anced)

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 su m p)

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, re tu rn shift

Clutch Type

Wet, multi disc

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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)

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 S i z e: Front J17M/C × MT3.50

Rear J17M/C × MT6.00

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Fuel Tank Capacity 17 L (4.5 US g al)

Brake Fluid: Front DOT4

Rear DOT4

ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

Battery 12V8.6Ah(10HR)

Brake/Tai l Light *LED

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

state. If tai l/brake light is used, con s ult with an authorized Kawasaki deale r.

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

country.

GENERAL INFORMATION 17

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Serial Number Locations

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

ticular machine from others 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 labels

on your vehicle and understand them

thoroughly. They contain information

which is imp orta nt for your safety a nd

the safety of anyone else who may op-

erate your vehicle. Therefore, it is very

important tha t all warn ing labels be on

your vehicle in the locations shown. If

any label is missing, damaged, or worn,

get a replacement from your Kawasaki

dealer and install it in the correct posi-

tion.

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 replac ement.

1. Brake Fluid (Front)

2. Clutch Fluid

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3. Brake Fluid (Rear)

4. Battery Poison/Danger

5. Rear Shock Absorber Warning

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