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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.
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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.
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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.
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Warm up the tires to their operating temperature using tire w armers before riding.
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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
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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
© 2014 Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. Oct. 31, 2014. (1)
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
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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.
SAFETY INFORM ATION 11
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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.
GENERAL INFORMATION 13
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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
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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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