Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R ABS 2014 Owner's manual

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A Table of Contents is included after the Foreword.
GENERAL INFORMATION j
HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE j
SAFE OPERATION j
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT j
STORAGE j
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE j
Whenever you see the symbols shown below, heed their instructions! Always follow safe operating and main­tenance practices.
NOTICE
NOTICE is used to address prac­tices not related to personal in­jury.
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
help or guide you in the operation or service of the vehicle.
WARNING
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehi­cle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproduc­tive harm.
NOTICE
THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN MANUFACTURED FOR USE IN A REASONABLE AND PRUDENT MANNER BY A QUALIFIED OP­ERATOR AND AS A VEHICLE ONLY.
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 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 fea­tures, c apabilities, and limita tio ns. This manual offers many safe riding 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 p ro gram 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 Motorcycle, a Service Manual is available 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 th e motorcycle whe n it is sold.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without our
prior 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 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. Feb. 21, 2014. (1)
TABLE OF CO NTE NTS
SPECIFICATIONS............................... 9
SERIAL NUMBER L OCATIONS......... 13
LOCATION OF PARTS....................... 14
LOADING AND ACCESSORIES
INFORMATION ................................ 17
GENERAL INFORMATION................. 20
Meter Instruments ............................ 20
Tachometer................................... 22
Instrument Display Brightness
Control ...................................... 26
Multifunction Meter ....................... 28
Warning/Indicator Lights ............... 48
Keys ................................................. 58
Ignition Switch/Steering Lock ........... 60
Left Handlebar Switches .................. 61
Dimmer Switch ............................. 62
Turn Signal Switch ........................ 62
Horn Button .................................. 62
LAP/Passing Button...................... 62
Power/S-KTRC Button.................. 62
Right Handlebar Switches ................ 63
Engine Stop Switch ...................... 63
Starter Button ............................... 63
START/STOP Switch (for Stop
Watch)....................................... 64
Brake Lever Adjuster........................ 64
Fuel Tank Cap .................................. 65
Fuel Tank ......................................... 66
Fuel Requirement ......................... 68
Side Stand ....................................... 71
Seats................................................ 72
Tool Kit ............................................. 75
Air Cleaner Intake ............................ 75
Front Footpeg Position ..................... 76
BREAK-IN ........................................... 77
HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE .79
Starting the Engine .......................... 79
Jump Starting ................................... 82
Moving Off........................................ 85
Shifting Gears .................................. 86
Braking............................................. 88
Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock
Brake System (KIBS, For models
equipped with KIBS) ..................... 89
Stopping the Engine ......................... 92
Stopping the Motorcycle in an
Emergency ................................... 92
Parking............................................. 93
Catalytic Converter........................... 95
Sport-Kawasaki TRaction Control
(S-KTRC)...................................... 96
Power mode ..................................... 100
SAFE OPERATION............................. 103
Safe Riding Technique ..................... 103
Daily Checks .................................... 106
Additional Considerations for High
Speed Operation .......................... 109
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 111
Periodic Maintenance Chart ............. 115
Engine Oil ........................................ 128
Cooling System ................................ 133
Spark Plugs...................................... 140
Evaporative Emission Control
System (California model onl y) ..... 141
Valve Clearance ............................... 142
Kawasaki Clean Air System ............. 143
Exhaust Device ................................ 144
Air Cleaner ....................................... 145
Throttle Control System ................... 150
Engine Vacuum Synchronization ..... 153
Idle Speed ........................................ 153
Clutch............................................... 154
Drive Chain ...................................... 156
Brakes.............................................. 165
Brake Light Switches........................ 169
Electronic Steering Damper ............. 171
Front Fork......................................... 172
Rear Shock Absorber ....................... 178
Wheels ............................................. 185
Battery.............................................. 190
Headlight Beam................................ 196
Fuses ............................................... 199
General Lubrication.......................... 202
Cleaning Your Motorcycle ................ 203
Bolt and Nut Tightening.................... 210
STORAGE........................................... 213
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE............ 216
YOUR WARRANTY/OWNER
SATISFACTION ........................... 217
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ...... 223
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION..... 224
MAINTENANCE RECORD ................. 225
LOCATION OF LABELS..................... 229

SPECIFICATIONS

PERFORMANCE
Minimum Turning Radius
DIMENSIONS
Overall Length 2 075 mm (81.7 in.)
Overall Width 715 mm (28.1 in.)
Overall Hei ght 1 115 mm (43.9 in .)
Wheelbase
Road Clearance 135 mm (5.3 in.)
Curb Mass (ZX1000J) 198 kg (437 lb)
(ZX1000K) 201 kg (443 lb)
E
ENGIN
Type
Displacement
×Stroke
Bore
ression Ratio 13.0:1
Comp
3.4 m (134 in.)
1 425 mm (56.1 in.)
, 4-cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled
DOHC
m³ (60.9 cu in.)
998 c
× 55.0 mm (3.0 × 2.2 in.)
76.0
SPECIFICATIONS 9
10 SPECIFICATIONS
Starting System Electric starter
Cylinder Numberi ng Method
Firing Order
Fuel System FI (Fuel Injection)
Ignition System Battery and coil (transistorized ignition)
Ignition Timing (Electronically advanced)
Spark Plugs NGK CR9EIA-9
Lubrication System Forced lubrication (wet sump)
Engine Oil:
Type
Viscosity
Capacity 3.7 L (3.9 US qt)
Coolant Capacity 2.6 L (2.7 US qt)
TRANSMISSION
Transmission Type
Left to right, 1-2-3-4
1-2-4-3
10° BTDC @1 1 00 r/min (rpm) 42.5° BTDC @10 500 r/min (rpm)
API SG, SH, SJ, SL or SM with JASO MA, MA1 or MA2
SAE 10W-40
6-speed, constant mesh, return shift
Clutch Type Wet, multi disc
Driving System Chain drive
Primary Reduction Ratio 1.681 (79/47)
Final Reducti on Ratio 2.294 (39/17)
Overall Drive Ratio 5.197 @Top gear
Gear Ratio:
1st 2.600 (39/15)
2nd 2.053 (39/19)
3rd 1.737 (33/19)
4th 1.571 (33/21)
5th 1.444 (26/18)
6th 1.348 (31/23)
FRAME
Caster 25°
Trail 107 mm (4.2 in.)
SPECIFICATIONS 11
12 SPECIFICATIONS
Tire Size:
Front 120/70ZR17 M/C (58W)
Rear 190/55ZR17 M/C (75W)
Rim Size:
Front J17M/C × MT3.50
Rear J17M/C × MT6.00
Fuel Tank Capacity 17 L (4.5 US gal)
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
Battery (ZX1000J) 12 V 6 Ah (10 HR)
(ZX1000K) 12 V 8.6 Ah (10 HR)
Headlight:
High beam 12 V 55 W + 55 W
Low beam 12 V 55 W
Tail/Brake Light LED
Even if one of LED (Light Emitting Diode) tail/brake lights does not go on, consult with an authorized Kawasaki dealer. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS 13

SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS

The engine and frame serial numbers are used to register the motorcycle. They are the only means of identifying your particular 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 id entify it.
Frame No.
A. Frame Number
Engine N o.
A. Engine Number
14 LOCATION OF PARTS

LOCATION OF PARTS

1. Clutch Lever
2. Left Handlebar S witches
3. Rebound Damping Force Adjuster (Front Fork )
4. Compression damping force adjuster (Front Fork )
5. Meter Instruments
6. B ra ke Fluid Reservoir (Front)
7. R ight Handlebar Switches
8. Fr on t Brake Lever
9. T hro ttle Grip
10. Ig nit ion Switch/Steering Lock
11. Electronic Steering Damper
LOCATION OF PARTS 15
12. Headlight
13. Air Cleaner Intake
14. Turn Signal Lights
15. Spark Plugs
16. Air Cleaner
17. Fuel Tank
18. Rider’s Seat
19. Seat Lock
20. Passeng er ’s Seat
21. Tail/Brake Light
22. Licen se Plate Light
23. B rake Disc
24. Spring Preload Adjuster
25. F ron t Fork
26. B rake Caliper
27. Side Stand
28. Shift Pedal
29. Compression damping force adjusters
30. Drive Chain
31. Chain Adjuster
32. Fuse Box
16 LOCATION OF PARTS
32. Fuse Boxes
33. B attery
34. Rebound damping force adjus ter
35. Fuel Tank Cap
36. Coolant Reserve Tank
37. Muffler
38. Swin garm
39. R ear Shock Absorber
40. B rake Fluid Reservoir (Rear)
41. R ear Brake Pedal
42. R ear Brake Light Swi tch
43. Oil Level Inspection Window
LOADING AND ACCESSORIES INFORMATION 17

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 mo torc ycle 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
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
18 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 sits 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 or her feet on the passenger footpegs and hold on to the operator or seat strap. 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.
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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 aspects 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, windshields, backrests, and other large items have the ca­pability of adversely affecting stabil­ity and handling of the motorcycle, not only due to their weight, but also due to the aerodynamic force acting 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 trailers or other ve­hicles. 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 180 kg (397 lb).
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Meter Instruments

A. Upper Button B. Lower Button C. Tachometer (with Sh ift-Up
Indicator) D. Red Zone E. Ambient Brightness
Sensor F. Turn Signal Indicator Lig ht G. Warning Indicator Light
(Red) H. Neutral Indicator Light I. Multifunction Meter J. High Beam Indicator Light K. Warning Indicator Light
(Yellow) L. Fuel Level Warning
Indicator Light

GENERAL INFORMATION

(For models equipped with KIBS*)
A. Upper Button B. Lower Button C. Tachometer (with S hift-Up
Indicator) D. Red Zone E. Ambient Brightness
Sensor F. Turn Signal Indicator Light G. Warning Indicator Light
(Red) H. Neutral Indicator Light I. Multifunction Meter J. High Beam Indicator Light K. Warning Indicator Light
(Yellow) L. ABS Indicator Lig ht
KIBS*: Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System
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22 GENERAL INFORMATION
Tachometer
The tachometer shows the engine speed in revolutions per minute (r/min, rpm).
On the right side of the tachometer face is a portion called the “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.
A. Tachometer
When the ignition switch is turned to “ON”, the tachometer LED segments are blinks for a few seconds then goes off. If the tachometer does not operate correctly, have it checked by an autho­rized Kawasaki dealer.
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.
Shift-up Indicator -
Theshift-upindicatorcanbesetto tachometer LED segments blinks at the desired engine speeds. This indicator is used to inform the rider when it is time to shift to the next higher gear.
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This shift-up indicator is used to in­form to the rider when it is time to shift to the next higher gear with blinking the tachometer LED segments.
Theshift-upindicatorcanbeusedin closed course competition. Do not use the shift-up indicator during everyday riding.
Shift-up Indicator Setting -
Theshift-upindicatorhasthree modes, light off, fast blinking or slow blinking. The shift-up indicator timing canbeadjustedbetween9500r/min (rpm) and 14 000 r/ min (rpm).
A. Tachometer B. Adjustable Range
To select a shift-up indicator mode or adjust the shift-up engine spe ed set­ting in the tachometer, do the followings while the engine is a t a stop.
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Turn the ignition switch to “ON”.
Push the upper and lower buttons si-
multaneously for more than 2 sec­onds. The previous shift-up engine speed setting will be displayed in the tachometer.
A. Upper Button B. Lower Button C. Shift-up Engine Speed
To change the shift-up indicator
mode, push the upper button and the illumination of tachometer segment
will shift between Light ON (shift-up indicator d eactivates), Fast Blink­ing and Slow Blinking. The shift-up engine speed can only be adjusted when the segments are blinking. To adjust the shift-up engine speed,
push the lower button and the shift
-up engine speed timing advances in 250 r/min (rpm) increments up to 14 000 r/min (rpm). Once the reading reaches at 14 000 r/min (rpm) while advancing, it returns to 9 500 r/ min (rpm) and begins advancing. To complete the adjustment, push
the upper and lower buttons simul­taneously for more than 2 s econds. The tachometer now operates nor­mally. To adjust the tachometer brightness,
push the upper button for more than 2 seconds (See Instrument Display Brightness Adjustment).
GENERAL INFORMATION 25
WARNING
Failing to properly observe the road ahead increases the chance of an accident. Do not concen­trate on the shift-up indicator by taking your eyes off the road, observe using peripheral vi­sion. When shifting down to a lower gear, do not shift at such a high speed that the engine r/min (rpm) jumps excessively. Not onlycanthiscauseenginedam­age, but the rear wheel may skid and cause an accident. Down­shifting should be done below 5 000 r/min (rpm) for each gear.
NOTE
Pushing and holding the lower button
advances the shift–up engine speed continuously. The data are maintained even if the
battery is disconnected.
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.
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Instrument Display Brightness
Control
The brightness of the tachometer LED segments and illumination of the multifunction meter are controlled au­tomatically depending on the ambient brightness.
A. Tachometer B. Ambient Brightness Sensor C. Multifunction Meter
NOTE
Be careful not to cover the amb ien t
brightness sensor on the meter in­strument while riding the motorcycle.
Instrument Display Brightness Adjustment -
The brightness of the instrument dis­play can be adjusted manually in three levels while the motorcycle is at a stop.
While the shift-up indicator setting
mode, push the upper button for more than 2 seconds. All tachome­ter LED segments are goes on. Pushthelowerbuttontoselectthe
preferred brightness level.
To complete the adjustment, push
the upper and lower buttons simul­taneously for more than 2 s econds. The tachometer now operates nor­mally.
To return to the shift up indicator set-
ting mode, push the upper button for more than 2 seconds.
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Multifunction Meter
A. Multifunction Display
-Odometer
-TripMeters
- Current Mileage
- Average Mileage
- Fuel consumption
- Stop Watch B. Speedometer C. Gear Position Indicator D. Power Mode Indicator E. S-KTRC Mode Indicator F. Warning Symbols G. Lap Counter/Coolant /
Intake Air Temperature Meter
-LapCounter
- Coolant Temperature
- Intake Air Temperature
H. Economical Riding
Indicator I. S-KTRC Level Indicator J. Clock K. KIBS Indicator (For the
models equipped with
KIBS) L. Electronic Steering Damper
Indicator M. Fuel Level Warning
Symbol (For the models
equipped with KIBS)
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