Kawasaki ER-6n ABS 2015 Owner's manual

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GENERAL INFORMATION j

HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE j

SAFE OPERATION j

MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT j

STORAGE j

Whenever you see the symbols
shown below, heed their instructions!
Always follow safe operating a nd main­tenance practices.

NOTICE

NOTICE is used to address prac­ticesnotrelatedtopersonalin­jury.

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.

NOTE

NOTE indicates information that may

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help or guide you in the operation or
service of the vehicle.

NOTICE

THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN
MANUFACTURED FOR USE IN A
REASONABLE AND PRUDENT
MANNER BY A QUALIFIED OP­ERATOR AND AS A VEHICL E
ONLY.

(Australian model only)

TAMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM

PROHIBITED

Owners are warned that the law may prohibit:

(a) The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes

of maintenance, repair or replacement, of any device or element of design
incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control prior to
its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use; and

(b) The use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been

removed or rendered inoperative by any person.

FOREWORD

Congratulations on your purchase of a new Kawasaki motorcycle. Your new mo­torcycle is the product of Kawasaki’s advanced engineering, exhaustive testing,
and continuous striving for superior reliability, safety a nd 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 fea­tures, cap ab ilitie s, and limitations. This manual offers many safe rid ing 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 vehi­cle 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 in­formation on their Kawasaki Mot orcycle, a Service Manual is a va ilable for purchase
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 special tools
described in the Service Manual.

Keep this Owner’s Manual aboard your motorcycle at all times so that you can
refer 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.

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without our

prior written permission.

This p ublication includes the la te st information available at the time of pr inting .
However, there may be minor differences between the actual product and illustra­tions and text in this manual.

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

KAWASAKI HEAVY INDUSTRIES, LTD.

Motorcycle & Engine Company

© 2014 Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. Apr. 16, 2014. (1)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SPECIFICATIONS............................... 11

LOCATION OF PARTS....................... 16

LOADING AND ACCESSORIES

INFORMATION................................ 19

GENERAL INFORMATION................. 22

Meter Instruments ............................ 22

Tachometer................................... 23

Multifunction Meter........................... 24

Multifunction Display..................... 26

Warning/Indicator Lights: .............. 34

Key................................................... 38

Ignition Switch/Steering Lock ........... 39

Right Handlebar Switches ................ 43

Engine Stop Switch: ..................... 43

Starter Button: .............................. 44

Left Handlebar Switches .................. 44

Dimmer Switch: ............................ 44

Turn Signal Switch: ....................... 45

Horn Button: ................................. 45

Passing Button: ............................ 45

Hazard Switch: ............................. 45

Brake/Clutch Lever Adjusters........... 47

Fuel Tank Cap .................................. 48

Fuel .................................................. 49

Fuel Requirement: ........................ 49

Filling the Tank:............................. 52

Stand................................................ 54

Seats................................................ 55

Helmet Hooks................................... 58

Tool Kit ............................................. 59

Rear View Mirror .............................. 59

Tying Hooks ..................................... 60

BREAK-IN ........................................... 61

HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE .63

Starting the Engine .......................... 63

Jump Starting ................................... 65

Moving Off........................................ 68

Shifting Gears .................................. 69

Braking............................................. 70

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) for

models equipped with ABS........... 72

Yellow ABS Indicator Light:........... 74

Stopping the Engine ......................... 75

Stopping the Motorcycle in an

Emergency ................................... 75

Parking............................................. 76

Catalytic Converter........................... 78

SAFE OPERATION............................. 80

Safe Riding Technique ..................... 80

Daily Checks .................................... 83

Additional Considerations for High

Speed Operation .......................... 86

MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 88

Periodic Maintenance Chart............. 89

Engine Oil ........................................ 101

Cooling System ................................ 107

Spark Plugs...................................... 112

Evaporative Emission Control

System (Southeast Asia B1 and

Thailand models only) .................. 113

Kawasaki Clean Air System ............. 114

Valve Clearance ............................... 115

Air Cleaner ....................................... 116

Throttle Control System ................... 117

Engine Vacuum Synchronization ..... 120

Idle Speed ........................................ 120

Clutch............................................... 122

Drive Chain ...................................... 124

Brakes.............................................. 132

Brake Light Switches........................ 136

Front Fork......................................... 138

Rear Shock Absorber....................... 139

Wheels ............................................. 142

Battery.............................................. 147

Headlight Beam................................ 153

Fuses ............................................... 154

General Lubrication.......................... 157

Cleaning Your Motorcycle ................ 158

STORAGE........................................... 164

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION..... 167

OWNER SATISFACTION................. 168

LOCATION OF LABELS..................... 170

SPECIFICATIONS

PERFORMANCE

Maximum Horsepower

(TH, SEA-B1/
B2)

(AU LAMS) 39 kW (53 PS) @8 000 r/min (rpm)

Maximum Torque

(AU LAMS) 56 N·m (5.7 kgf·m, 41.3 ft·lb) @4 000 r/min (rpm)

Minimum Turning R adius

DIMENSIONS

Overall Length 2 110 mm (83.07 in.)

Overall Width 770 mm (30.31 in.)

Overall Height 1 110 mm (43.70 in.)

Wheelbase

Road C learance

Curb Mass

(E, IN) (F) 206 kg (454 lb)

53 kW (72.1 PS) @8 500 r/min (rpm)

52 kW (70.7 PS) @8 000 r/min (rpm)

64 N·m (6.5 kgf·m, 47.2 ft·lb) @7 000 r/min (rpm)

2.7 m (10

1 410 mm (55.51 in.)

130 mm (5.12 in.)

(E) 204 kg (450 lb)

6.3 in.)

SPECIFICATIONS 11

12 SPECIFICATIONS

ENGINE

Type

Displacement 649 cm

DOHC, 4-valve, 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled

3

(39.6cuin.)

Bore × Stroke 83.0 × 60.0 mm (3.27 × 2.36 in.)

Compression Ratio 10.8 : 1

Starting System Electric starter

Cylinder Numbering Method Left to right, 1-2

Firing Order 1-2

Fuel System FI (Fuel Injection)

Ignition System Battery and coil (transistorized ignition)

Ignition Timing 10° BTDC @1 300 r/min (rpm) ∼

(Electronically advanced) 37° BTDC @5 000 r/min (rpm)

Spark Plugs NGK CR9EIA-9

Lubrication System Forced lubrication (semi-dry sump)

Engine Oil

Type :

API SG, SH, SJ, SL or SM with JASO MA, MA1 or MA2

Viscosity: SAE 10W-40

Capacity: 2.3 L (2.4 US qt)

Coolant Capacity 1.2 L (1.3 US qt)

TRANSMISSION

Transmission Type 6 -speed, con stant mesh, return shift

Clutch Type Wet, multi disc

Driving S ystem Chain drive

Primary Reduction Ratio 2.095 (88/42)

Final Redu ction Ratio 3.067 (46/15)

Overall Drive Ratio 5.473 (Top gear)

Gear Ratio 1st 2.438 (39/16)

2nd 1.714 (36/21)

3rd 1.333 (32/24)

4th 1.111 (30/27)

5th 0.966 (28/29)

6th 0.852 (23/27)

FRAME

Caster 25°

Trail 110 mm (4.3 in.)

SPECIFICATIONS 13

14 SPECIFICATIONS

Tire Size: Front 120/70ZR17 M/C (58 W)

Rear 160/60ZR17 M/C (69 W)

Rim Size: Front J17M/C × MT3.50

Rear J17M/C × MT4.50

Fuel Tank Capacity 16 L (4.2 US gal)

ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

Battery 12 V 10 Ah (10 HR)

Headlight 12 V 55 W/55 W (Hi/Lo)

Tail/Brake Light LED

Even if one of LED (Light Emitting Diode) tail/brake light is not lit, consult with an
authorized Kawasaki dealer.

(E): ER650E
(F): ER650F
SEA-B1: Southeast Asia B1 model (with Evaporative Emission Control System)
SEA-B2: Southeast Asia B2 m odel
TH: Thailand model
IN: India model
AU LAMS: Australia Leaner Approved Motorcycle scheme model

SPECIFICATIONS 15

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

16 LOCATION OF PARTS

LOCATION OF PARTS

1. Clutch Lever

2. Left Handlebar S witches

3. Meter Instruments

4. Brake Fluid Reservoir (Front)

5. R ight Handlebar Switches

6. Fr on t Brake Lever

7. T hro ttle Grip

8. Ig nit ion Switch/Steering Lock

LOCATION OF PARTS 17

1. Headlight

2. Turn Signal Light

3. Spark Plugs

4. Air Cleaner

5. Battery

6. Rider’s Seat

7. H elmet Holding
Hooks

8. Tool Kit

9. Seat Lock

10. Passeng er ’s Seat

11. Tying Hooks

12. Brake Disc

13. Front Fork

14. Brake Caliper

15. Shift Pedal

16. Side Stand

17. Drive Chain

18 LOCATION OF PARTS

1. License Plate Light

2. Turn Signal Light

3. Tail/Brake L igh t

4. Brake Fluid Reservoir (R ear)

5. Rear Shock Absorber

6. Spring Preload Adjuster

7. Fuel Tank

8. Fuel Tank Cap

9. C oo lant Reserve Tank

10. R ear Brake Light Swi tch

11. Mu ff ler

12. R ear Brake Pedal

13. Oil Level Inspection Window

14. Id le Adjusting Screw

LOADING AND ACCESSORIES INFORMATION 19

LOADING AND ACCESSORIES INFORMATION

WARNING

Incorrect loading, improper in­stallation or use of accessories,
or modification of your motorcy­cle may result in an unsafe riding
condition. Before you ride the
motorcycle, make sure it is not
overloaded and that you have
followed these instructions.

With the exception of genuine
Kawasaki Parts and Accessories,
Kawasaki has no control over the
design or application of accessories.
In some cases, improper installation
or use of accessories, or motorcycle
modification, will void the motorcycle
warranty, can negatively affect per­formance, and can even be illegal.

In selecting and using accessories,
and in loading the motorcycle, you are
personally responsible for your own
safety and the safety of other persons
involved.

NOTE

Kawasaki Parts and Accessories

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have been specially designed for
use on Kawasaki motorcycles. We
strongly recommend that all parts
and accessories you add to your
motorcycle be genuine Kawasaki
components.

Because a motorcycle is s en sitive to
changes in weight and aerodynamic
forces, you must take extreme care in
carrying cargo, passengers and/or in

20 LOADING AND ACCESSORIES INFORMATION

fitting additional accessories. The fol­lowing general guidelines have been
prepared to assist you in making your
determinations.

1. Any passenger should be thor­oughly familiar with motorcycle op­eration. The passenger can affect
control of the motorcycle by im­proper positioning during cornering
and sudden movements. It is impor­tant that the passenger sit still while
the motorcycle is in motion and not
interfere with the operation of the
motorcycle. 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 r educe the effect
on the motorcycle center of gravity.
Baggage weight should also be dis­tributed equally on both sides of the
motorcycle. Avoid carrying baggage
that extends beyond the rear of the
motorcycle.

4. Baggage should be securely at­tached. Make sure that the baggage
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 designed
for light items, and overloading can
affect handling due to changes in
weight distribution and aerodynamic
forces.

LOADING AND ACCESSORIES INFORMATION 21

6. Do not install accessories or carry
baggage that impairs the perfor­mance of the motorcycle. Make
sure that you have not adversely
affected any lighting components,
road clearance, banking capability
(i.e., lean angle), control operation,
wheel travel, front fork movement,
or any other aspect of the motorcy­cle’s operation.

7. Weight attached to the handlebar or
front fork will increase the mass of
the steering assembly and can r e­sult in an unsafe riding condition.

8. Fairings, backrests, and other large
items have the capability of ad­versely affecting stability and han­dling of the motorcycle, not only be­cause of their weight, but also due
to the aerodynamic fo rces act i ng on
these surfaces while the motorcycle
is in operation. Poorly designed or

installed items can result in an un­safe riding condition.

9. This motorcycle is not intended to
be equipped with a sidecar or to be
used to tow any tr ailer or other ve­hicle. Kawasaki does not manu­facture sidecars or trailers for mo­torcycles and cannot predict the ef­fects of such accessories on han­dling or stability, but can only warn
thattheeffectscanbeadverseand
that Kawasaki cannot assume re­sponsibility 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 200 kg
(441 lb).

22 GENERAL INFORMATION

Meter Instruments

A. Green Left Turn Sign al

Indicator Light
B. Tachometer
C. Yellow ABS Indicator Light

(Only on ABS model)
D. Yellow Engine Warning

Indicator Light
E. Red Zone
F. Green Right Turn Signal

Indicator Light
G. MODE Button
H. Green Neutral Indicator

Light
I. Multifunction Meter
J. Red Warning Indicator

Light
K. Blue High Beam Ind icato r

Light
L. RESET Button

GENERAL INFORMATION

NOTE

For safety, do not operate the instru-

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ment buttons while riding the motor­cycle.

Tachometer

The tachometer shows the engine
speed in revolutions per m in ute (r/min,
rpm). On the right side of the tachome­ter face is a portion called th e “red
zone”. Engine r/min (rpm) in the
red zone is above maximum recom­mended engine speed and is also
above the range for good performance.

NOTICE

Engine r/min (rpm) should not

be allowed to enter the red zone;

operation in the red zone will

overstress the engine and may

cause serious engine damage.

GENERAL INFORMATION 23

A. Tachometer
B. Red Zone

When the ignition key is turned to
“ON”, the tachometer needle momen­tarily goes from the minimum to the
maximum, then goes back from the
maximum to the minimum reading to
check its operation. If the tachome­ter does not operate correctly, have
it checked by an authorized Kawasaki
dealer.

24 GENERAL INFORMATION

Multifunction Meter

The multifunction meter displays the

following functions.

A. Fuel Gauge
B. Economical Riding

Indicator
C. Speedometer
D. Fuel Level Warning Symbol
E. Clock
F. Multifunction Display

Odometer
Trip meter A
Trip meter B
Current Mileage
Average Mileage
Cruising Range

G. Warning Symbols

When the ignition key is turned to
“ON”, all LCD segments are displayed
with opening display functions for few
seconds, then the multifunction meter
turns to operational mode.

GENERAL INFORMATION 25

Speedometer -

The speedometer shows the speed

of the vehicle in digital values.

Unit Setting -

The unit setting in the m eter instru­ment can be changed according to lo­cal regulations. Make sure the unit set­ting is correctly displayed before riding.

A. Speedometer
B. Speed Unit
C. Mileage Unit

NOTE

Do not operate the motorcycle with

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wrong unit (mph or km/h) of the
speedometer.

To change the meter display units in

the meter instrument as follows:

Display the od ometer in the multi-

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function display. Refer to the Multi­function Display section.
Push the RESET button while push-

•

ing the MODE button to select the
display units.

L/100km (km/h) → km/L (km/h) →
MPG US (mph) → MP G UK (mph) →
L/100km (km/h)...

The display units on the multifunction

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meter can be changed depending on
the selected mileage unit as shown.

26 GENERAL INFORMATION

Mileage
Units

L/100km

km/L

MPG US

MPG UK

Speed Units

km/h km

mph mile

Distance
Units

Multifunction Display

The following display modes can be

shifted by pushing the MODE button.

Odometer → Trip meter A → Trip me­ter B → Current Mileage → Average
Mileage → Cruising Range → Odome­ter...

NOTE

For safety, do not operate the instru-

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ment buttons while riding the motor­cycle.
The multifunction display is dis-

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played in the unit depending on the
unit mode setting, refer to the “Unit
Setting” item in this sec tio n.

GENERAL INFORMATION 27

Odometer -

The odo meter sh ows the total dis­tance in kilometers or miles that the ve­hicle has been ridden. This meter can­not be reset.

A. Odometer
B. “ODO”

NOTE

The data is maintained even if the

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battery is disconnected.
When the figures come to 999999,

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they are stopped and locked.

Trip Meter -

The trip meters show the distance in
kilometers (miles) traveled since they
were last reset to zero.

TRIP A: 0.0 ∼ 9999.9

TRIP B: 0.0 ∼ 9999.9

A. Trip A
B. Trip B

To re set the trip meter:

Push the MODE b utton to display the

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trip meter A or B.

28 GENERAL INFORMATION

Push the RESET button and hold it

•

in.
After two seconds, the figure display

•

turns to 0.0, and then starts counting
when the vehicle is operated. The
meter counts until it is reset.

NOTE

The data is maintained by the back

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-up power if the ignition key is turned
off.
When the trip meter reaches 9999.9

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while running, the meters reset to 0.0
and continues counting.
When the battery is disconnected,

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the m eter display resets to 0.0.

Current Mileage -

This display mode shows the current
mileage by numerical value. The cur­rent mileage display is renewed every
4 seconds.

A. Current Mileage
B. “km/L”

NOTE

The display unit modes can be

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changed, refer to the “Unit Setting”
item in this section.
The numerical value shows “– –.–”

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until 4 seconds have passed and the
speedometer is rises to above 0 km/h
(0 mph) .

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Average Mileage -

This display mode shows the av­erage mileage by numerical value
counted from the start of m ea suring
to present time. The average mileage
display is renewed every 4 ∼ 6sec­onds.

A. Average Mileage
B. “AV km/L”

While the average mileage is dis-

•

played, push the RESET button and
hold it in until the average mileage
values resets to “– –. –”.

NOTE

The display unit modes can be

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changed, refer to the “Unit Setting”
item in this section.
After resetting the average mileage,

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the numerical value is not displayed
until 5 mL (0.2 US oz.) of fuel has
been used and 100 m (328 ft) has
been traveled.
The data is maintained by back up

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power if the ignition switch is turned
“OFF”.
When the battery is disconnected,

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the data resets to “– –.–”.