This Kawasaki Motorcycle Manual is 256 pages.
QUICK REFERENCE DATA
CHAPTER ONE / GENERAL INFORMATION
Manual organization / Notes, cautions and warnings / Safety first / Service hints / Torque specifications / Fasteners / Lubricants / Parts replacement / Basic hand tools / Test equipment / Mechanic's tips / Specifications
CHAPTER TWO / TROUBLESHOOTING
Operating requirements / Troubleshooting instruments / Engine starting / Engine performance / Engine noises / Engine lubrication / Clutch / Transmission / Charging system / Starting system / Electrical problems / Ignition system / Electronic ignition troubleshooting / Excessive vibration / Front suspension and steering / Brake problems / Carburetor troubleshooting
CHAPTER THREE / PERIODIC LUBRICATION, MAINTENANCE AND TUNE-UP
Routine checks / Maintenance intervals / Tires / Battery / Periodic lubrication / Engine oil change / Fork oil change / Ultra-trak linkage lubrication / Periodic maintenance / Drive chain adjustment / Throttle adjsutment / Steering head adjustment / Air filter / Coolant change / Timing / Tune-up / Valve clearance / Compression test / Spark plugs / Electronic ignition / Carburetor / Idle speed / Carb synchronization /
CHAPTER FOUR / ENGINE
Engine removal installation / Cylinder head and camshafts / Rocker arm assemblies / Cam chain tensioner / Valves and valve components / Cylinder / Pistons and piston rings / Oil pump / Oil pressure relief valve / Oil level switch / Neutral switch / Alternator, starter drive mechanism and starter / Crankcase / Crankshaft and connecting rods / Balancer shaft
CHAPTER FIVE / CLUTCH AND PRIMARY CHAIN
Clutch and primary chain
CHAPTER SIX / TRANSMISSION
Shift mechanism / Transmission
CHAPTER SEVEN / FUEL, EMISSION CONTROL AND EXHAUST SYSTEM
Fuel tank / Carburetor / Carburetor adjustment / Emission control (California models) / Exhaust system
CHAPTER EIGHT / ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
Charging system / Transistorized ignition / IC igniter removal/installation / IC igniter test / Electric starter / Lighting system / Switches / Horn / Wiring and connectors / Thermostatic fan switch / Water temperature sensor / Junction box and fuses / Wiring diagrams
CHAPTER NINE / COOLING SYSTEM
Cooling system inspection / Radiator and fan / Thermostat / Water pump / Hoses / Thermostatic fan switch and water temperature sensor
CHAPTER TEN / FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING
Front wheel / Front hub / Wheel balance / Tubeless tires / Tubeless tire changing / Handlebars / Steering head / Front forks
CHAPTER ELEVEN / REAR SUSPENSION
Rear wheel / Rear hub / Rear wheel coupling / Drive chain / Cleaning / Wheel balancing / Tire changing / Rear shock absorber / Uni-Trak preload adjustment / Rear swing arm
CHAPTER TWELVE / BRAKES
Front disc brakes / Front brake pad / Front caliper / Front master cylinder / Front brake hose / Front brake disc / Bleeding the system / Rear drum brake
CHAPTER THIRTEEN / FAIRING
SUPPLEMENT / 1994 AND LATER SERVICE INFORMATION
INDEX
WIRING DIAGRAMS
Models covered:
1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 Kawasaki EX500 A1-Z7 (Canada)
1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 Kawasaki EX500 A1-Z7 (US)
1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 Kawasaki GPZ 500S E1-on (Germany)
1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S E1-on (Greece)
1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S E1-on (Norway)
1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S F1-on (Sweden)
1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S F1-on (UK)
1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 Kawasaki Ninja 500R D1-D9 (Canada)
1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 Kawasaki Ninja 500R D1-D9 (US)
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