Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R ABS 2013, Ninja ZX-15R ABS 2013 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
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
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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
© 2013 Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. Mar. 15, 2013. (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
Speedometer and Tachometer ..... 21
Multifunction Button ...................... 21
Multifunction Meter ....................... 22
Warning/Indicator Lights ............... 48
Keys ................................................. 51
Ignition Switch/Steering Lock ........... 52
Right Handlebar Switches ................ 54
Engine Stop Switch ...................... 54
Starter Button ............................... 54
Left Handlebar Switches .................. 55
Dimmer Switch ............................. 55
Turn Signal Switch ........................ 55
Horn Button .................................. 55
Hazard Switch .............................. 55
Multifunction Button ...................... 56
Passing Button ............................. 56
Brake/Clutch Lever Adjuster ............ 56
Fuel Tank Cap .................................. 57
Fuel Tank ......................................... 58
Fuel Requirement ......................... 59
Stand................................................ 63
Seat.................................................. 64
Single Seat Cover ............................ 66
Helmet Hooks................................... 67
Tool Kit Compartment....................... 68
Air Cleaner Intake ............................ 68
BREAK-IN ........................................... 69
HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE .71
Starting the Engine .......................... 71
Jump Starting ................................... 73
Moving Off........................................ 77
Shifting Gears .................................. 78
Braking............................................. 80
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) for
models equipped with ABS........... 81
Yellow ABS Indicator Light............ 83
Stopping the Engine ......................... 84
Stopping the Motorcycle in an
Emergency ................................... 85
Parking............................................. 86
Catalytic Converter........................... 87
KTRC (Kawasaki TRaction Control). 89
Power Mode ..................................... 93
KTRC and Power Mode
Combination ................................. 95
SAFE OPERATION............................. 97
Safe Riding Technique ..................... 97
Daily Checks .................................... 100
Additional Considerations for High
Speed Operation .......................... 102
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 104
Periodic Maintenance Chart ............. 109
Engine Oil ........................................ 121
Cooling System ................................ 126
Spark Plugs...................................... 132
Evaporative Emission Control
System (California model onl y) ..... 133
Valve Clearance ............................... 134
Kawasaki Clean Air System ............. 135
Air Cleaner ....................................... 136
Throttle Control System ................... 142
Engine Vacuum Synchronization ..... 144
Idle Speed ........................................ 145
Clutch............................................... 145
Drive Chain ...................................... 147
Brakes.............................................. 155
Brake Light Switches........................ 158
Front Fork......................................... 160
Rear Shock Absorber ....................... 168
Wheels ............................................. 173
Battery.............................................. 179
Headlight Beam................................ 189
Fuses ............................................... 193
General Lubrication.......................... 195
Cleaning Your Motorcycle ................ 196
Bolt and Nut Tightening.................... 202
STORAGE........................................... 205
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE............ 208
YOUR WARRANTY/OWNER
SATISFACTION ........................... 209
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ...... 215
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION..... 216
MAINTENANCE RECORD ................. 217
LOCATION OF LABELS..................... 223
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS 9
PERFORMAN
Minimum Turning Ra dius
DIMENSIO
Overall L
Overall W
Overall H
Wheelbase
Road Cle
Curb Mass
ENGINE
Type
Displacement
Bore x S
Compr
CE
NS
ength
idth
eight
arance
troke
ession Ratio 12.3 : 1
3.1 m (122 i
2170mm(8
770 mm (30
1170mm(4
1480mm(
125 mm (4
(E) 265 kg (5
(F) 268 kg (5
DOHC, 4
1441cm
84.0 × 6
n.)
5.4 in.)
.3 in.)
6.1 in.)
58.3 in.)
.92 in.)
84 lb)
91 lb)
-cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled
³ (87.9 cu in.)
5.0 mm (3.3 × 2.6 in.)
10 SPECIFICATIONS
Starting System Electric starter
Cylinder Numbering Method Left to right, 1-2-3-4
Firing Order 1-2-4-3
Fuel System FI (Fuel Injection)
Ignition System Battery and coil (transistorized ignition)
Ignition
(Electronically advanced)
Spark Plug NGK CR9EIA-9
Lubrication S ystem Forced lubrication (wet sump)
Engine Oil
Coolant Capacity 3.2 L (3.4 US qt)
TRANSMISSION
Transmission Type
Clutch Type
Driving System Chain drive
Timing
10° BTDC @1 100 r/min (rpm) ∼ 33.6° BTDC @5 500
r/min (rpm)
Typ e:
API SG, SH, SJ, SL, or SM with JASO MA, MA1 or MA2
Viscosity:
Capacity: 4.6 L (4.9 US qt)
SAE 10W-40
6-speed, co nstant mesh, return shift
Wet, multi disc
Primary Reduction Ratio 1.556 (84/54)
Final Reduction Ratio 2.471 (42/17)
Overall Drive Ratio 3.980 (Top gear)
Gear Ratio 1st 2.611 (47/18)
2nd 1.947 (37/19)
3rd 1.545 (34/22)
4th 1.333 (32/24)
5th 1.154 (30/26)
6th 1.036 (29/28)
FRAME
Castor 23°
Trail 93 mm (3.7 in.)
Tire Size: Front 120/70ZR17 M/C (58 W)
Rear 190/50ZR17 M/C (73 W)
Rim Size: Front J17M/C × MT3.50
Rear J17M/C × MT6.00
Fuel Tank Capacity 22 L (5.8 US gal)
SPECIFICATIONS 11
12 SPECIFICATIONS
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
Battery 12 V 12 Ah
Headlight High beam 12 V 55 W + 65 W (× 2)
Low beam 12 V 55 W (× 2)
Tail/Brake Light LED
E: ZX1400E
F: ZX1400F
Even if one of LED (Light Emitting Diode) tail/brake light 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.
Engine No.
A. Engine Number
Frame No.
A. Frame Number
14 LOCATION OF PARTS
LOCATION OF PARTS
1. Clutch Lever
2. Left Handlebar S witches
3. Clutch Fluid Reserv oir
4. Meter Instruments
5. Brake Fluid Reservoir (Front)
6. Right Handlebar Switches
7. T hro ttle Grip
8. Fr on t Brake Lever
9. Sp ring Preload Adjuster
10. R ebound Damping Force Adjuster
(Front Fork)
11. Ignition Switch/Steering Lock
LOCATION OF PARTS 15
1. Headlight
2. Air Cleaner Intake
3. Turn Signal Light
4. Air Cleaner
5. Spark Plugs
6. Fuel Tank
7. Seat
8. Seat Lock
9. Single Seat Cover
10. Tail/Brake Light
11. License Plate Light
12. B rake Disc
13. R ebound Damping
Force Adjuster
14. F ron t Fork
15. B rake Caliper
16. C oolant Reserve Tank
17. Shift Pedal
18. Side Stand
19. Compression
Damping Force
Adjuster
20. Chain Adjuster
21. Drive Chain
22. Muffler
16 LOCATION OF PARTS
1. Fuse Box
2. Brake Fluid Reservoir (R ear)
3. Battery
4. Fuel Tank Cap
5. Swingarm
6. R ear Brake Light Swi tch
7. R ear Brake Pedal
8. R ear Shock Absorber
9. 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 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
○
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 the fitting of additional accessories.
18 LOADING AND ACCESSORIES INFORMATION
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 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 reduce 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.
6. Do not install accessories or carry
baggage that impairs the performance of the motorcycle. Make
sure that you have not adversely
LOADING AND ACCESSORIES INFORMATION 19
affected any lighting components,
road clearance, banking cap a bility
(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, windshields, 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 forces
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 was not intended
to be equipped with a sidecar or to
be used to tow any trailer 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 175 kg
(385 lb).
20 GENERAL INFOR M ATION
Meter Instruments
A. Speedometer
B. Yellow ABS Indicator Light
(for models equipped
with ABS)
C. Green Left Turn Sign al
Indicator Light
D. Red Warning Indicator
Light
E. Green Neutral Ind icato r
Light
F. Multifunction Meter
G. Blue High Beam Indicator
Light
H. Yellow Engage/Shift Up
Indicator Light
I. Green Right Turn Signal
Indicator Light
J. Red Oil Pressure Warning
Indicator Light
K. Red Zone
L. Yellow KTRC Warning
Indicator Light
M. Yellow Engine Warning
Indicator Light
N. Tachometer
GENERAL INFORMATION
GENERAL INFORMATION 21
Speedometer and Tachometer
The needle of the speedometer and
tachometer momentarily sweeps from
the minimum to maximum and back
to minimum when the ig nition key is
turned to “ON”. This checks the operation of the meter needles, so if they do
not operate correctly, have the function
checked by an authorized Kawasaki
dealer.
The speedometer shows the speed
of the vehicle.
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 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.
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.
Multifunction Button
The multifunction button is located on
the left handlebar switches. Select the
various functions by pushing the multifunction button.
22 GENERAL INFOR M ATION
A. Multifunction Button
B. Upper Button
C. “SEL” Button
D. Lower Button
Multifunction Meter
When turning the ignition key to ON
position, the animation and “Kawasaki”
are displayed for about 4 seconds.
Then, depending on the mode selected, the current mileage, average
mileage, cruising range, battery voltage or outside temperature and the
odometer or trip meter are displayed.
A. “Kawasaki” D isplay
The m ultifunction meter dis plays the
following modes.
Odometer/Trip Meter A/Trip Meter B
•
Coolant Temperature Meter
•
Fuel Gauge
•
Clock
•
Mileage (Current Mileage/Average
•
Mileage/Cruising Range)
GENERAL INFORMATION 23
Battery Voltage
•
Outside Temperature
•
Gear Position
•
Economical Riding Indic at or
•
Power Mode Indicator
•
KTRC Mode Indicator
•
KTRC Level Indicator
•
When the upper button is pushed, the
display mode can be shifted as follows.
When the lower button is pushed, the
display mode can be shifted as follows.
24 GENERAL INFOR M ATION
When the “SEL” button is pushed, the
display can be shifted as follows.
A. Power Mode Indicator
B. KTRC Mod e Indicator
C. Main Display
For more detailed information about
the KTRC or Power mode, see
“Kawasaki TRaction Control (KTRC)”
or “Power Mode” sec tion in the HOW
TO R IDE THE MOTORCYCLE chapter.
Odometer/Trip Meters -
“ODO/TRIP A/TRIP B”
The trip meter and odometer can be
shiftedtoODO,TRIPAandTRIPBby
pushing the lower button.
The odometer shows the total distance in kilometers or miles that the vehicle has been ridden. This meter cannot be reset.
NOTE
The data is maintained even if the
○
battery is disconnected.
When the figures come to 999999,
○
they are stopped and locked.
The measurement unit of the odome-
○
ter can be changed, refer to the “Setting Menu” item in this section.
The trip meter shows the distance in
kilometers or miles traveled since they
were last reset to 0.0.
TRIP A/B:0.0∼ 9999.9
GENERAL INFORMATION 25
NOTE
The data is maintained even if the
○
battery is disconnected.
When the trip meter reaches 9999.9
○
while riding, the meter resets to 0.0
and continues counting.
Themeasurementunitofthetripme-
○
ter can be changed, refer to the “Setting Menu” item in this s ection.
A. ODO/TRIP A/TRIP B
To reset the trip meter:
Push the lower button to display the
•
TRIPAorTRIPB.
Push the lower button for 2 seconds.
•
A. Push Lower Button for 2 Seconds
Coolant Temperature Meter -
The coolant temperature meter indicates temperature of the engine
coolant.
26 GENERAL INFOR M ATION
A. Coolant Temperature Meter
If the coolant temperature is below
•
40°C (104°F), “– –” is displayed.
When the coolant temperature rises
to above 40°C (104°F), the numerical
value of the coolant temperature at the
present state is displayed.
If the coolant temperature rises to
•
above 115°C (239°F) and below
120°C (248°F), the numerical value
of the current coolant temperature
starts blinking and the coolant warning symbol is display ed and the
warning indicator light also goes on.
This warns the operator that the
coolant temperature is high .
GENERAL INFORMATION 27
A. Coolant Warning Symbol “ ”
B. Red Warning Indicator Light
If the coolant temperature rises to
above 120°C (248°F), “HI” is displayed
and starts blinking and the coolant
warning symbol is displayed and the
warning indicator light also goes on.
This warns the operator that the coolant
temperature is too high. Stop the engine and check the coolant level in
the reserve tank after the engine cools
down.
A. Coolant Warning Symbol “ ”
B. Red Warning Indicator Light
NOTICE
Do not let the engine continue
running when the coolant temperature shows “ HI”. Prolonged
engine operation will result in
severe engine damage from
overheating.
28 GENERAL INFOR M ATION
Fuel Gauge -
The fuel in the fuel tank is shown
by the number of segments displayed.
When the fuel tank is fu ll, all 6 segments are displayed. When the vehiclestandswiththesidestand,thefuel
gauge cannot show the amount of fuel
in the fuel tank exactly. Stand upright
the vehicle to check the fuel level.
If the fuel gauge is not correctly displayed, have the fuel gauge checked
by an authorized Kawasaki dealer.
A. Fuel Gauge
As the fuel level in the tank goes
down, the segments disappear one by
one from F (full) to E (empty). When
the “E” segment is displayed in the fuel
gauge, the “E” segment and the fuel
symbol (
) are b linking in the multifunction meter. This indicates that the
usable remaining in the tank is approximately 4.2 L (1.1 US gal). Refuel at the
earliest opportunity if the “E” segment
and fuel symbol ( ) are blinking in the
multifunction meter.
GENERAL INFORMATION 29
A. All Segments and Fuel Symbol ( )
A. “E” Segment and Fuel Symbol ( )
All of the segments and fuel symbol
will blink in case of the open or short of
the wiring. Have the wiring inspected
by an authorized Kawasaki dealer immediately.
Clock -
This display shows the time.
When adjusting the clock, refer to the
“Setting Menu” item in this section.
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