Kawasaki Versys Owner's manual
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.
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.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury.
NOTE
This note symbol indicates points of
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particular interest for more efficient
and convenient o peration.
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 reliab ility, safety and performance.
Please read this Owner’s Manual carefully before riding so that you will be
thoroughly f am iliar with the proper operation of your motorcy cle’s controls, its features, capabilities, and limitations. 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 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 t heir 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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SPECIFICATIONS............................... 8
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS......... 12
LOCATION OF PARTS....................... 13
LOADING AND ACCESSORIES
INFORMATION ................................ 16
GENERAL INFORMATION................. 19
Meter Instruments ............................ 19
Tachometer................................... 20
LCD (Speedometer, Clock,
Odometer, Trip Meter A/B, Fuel
Gauge) ...................................... 20
Warning/Indicator Lights ............... 27
Key................................................... 29
Ignition Switch/Steering Lock ........... 30
Left Handlebar Switches .................. 32
Dimmer Switch ............................. 32
Turn Signal Switch ........................ 32
Horn Button .................................. 33
Passing Button ............................. 33
Hazard Switch .............................. 33
Right Handlebar Switches ................ 34
Engine Stop Switch ...................... 34
Starter Button ............................... 34
Brake/Clutch Lever Adjusters........... 35
Fuel Tank Cap .................................. 36
Fuel Tank ......................................... 37
Fuel Requirement ......................... 38
Stand................................................ 41
Seat.................................................. 42
Helmet Hooks................................... 44
Tool Kit/U-Shaped Lock
Compartment................................ 45
Rear View Mirror .............................. 46
Windshield........................................ 48
BREAK-IN ........................................... 51
HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE .53
Starting the Engine .......................... 53
Jump Starting ................................... 55
Moving Off........................................ 58
Shifting Gears .................................. 59
Braking............................................. 61
Stopping the Engine......................... 62
Stopping the Motorcycle in an
Emergency ................................... 63
Parking............................................. 64
Catalytic Converter........................... 66
SAFE OPERATION............................. 68
Safe Riding Technique ..................... 68
Daily Safety Checks ......................... 71
Additional Considerations for High
Speed Operation .......................... 74
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 76
Periodic Maintenance Chart............. 81
Engine Oil ........................................ 92
Cooling System ................................ 98
Spark Plugs...................................... 105
Evaporative Emission Control
System (California model only) .... 106
Valve Clearance ............................... 107
Kawasaki Clean Air System ............. 108
Air Cleaner ....................................... 109
Throttle Control System ................... 110
Engine Vacuum Synchronization ..... 113
Idle Speed ........................................ 113
Clutch............................................... 115
Drive Chain ...................................... 118
Brakes.............................................. 126
Brake Light Switches........................ 130
Front Fork......................................... 132
Rear Shock Absorber....................... 135
Wheels ............................................. 138
Battery.............................................. 144
Headlight Beam................................ 149
Fuses ............................................... 151
General Lubrication.......................... 154
Cleaning Your Motorcycle ................ 155
Bolt and Nut Tightening.................... 161
STORAGE........................................... 164
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE............ 167
OWNER SATISFACTION.................... 168
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ...... 170
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ..... 171
MAINTENANCE RECORD ................. 172
LOCATION OF LABELS ..................... 177
8 SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
PERFORMANCE
Minimum Turning Radius
DIMENSIONS
Overall Length 2 125 mm (83.7 in.)
Overall W idth 840 mm (33.1 in.)
Overall Height 1 330 mm (52.4 in.)
Wheelbase
Road Clearance 180 mm (7.1 in.)
Curb Mass
ENGINE
Type
Displacement
Bore × Stroke 83.0 × 60.0 mm (3.3 × 2.4 in.)
Compression Ratio
Starting System
2.7 m (8.9 ft)
1 415 mm (55.7 in.)
206 kg (454 lb)
4-stroke, DOHC, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled
3
649 cm
10.6:1
Electric starter
(39.6 cu in.)
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 (Electronically
advanced)
10° BTDC @1 300 r/min (rpm) ∼ 33° 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 2.4 L (2.5 US qt)
Coolant Capacity 1.2 L (1.3 US qt)
TRANSMISSION
Transmission Type
Clutch Type
6-speed, return shift
Wet, multi disc
SPECIFICATIONS 9
10 SPECIFICATIONS
Driving System Chain drive
Primary Reduction Ratio
Final Reduction Ratio
2.095 (88/42)
3.067 (46/15)
Overall Drive Ratio 5.473 @Top gear
Gear Ratio:
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
2.438 (39/16)
1.714 (36/21)
1.333 (32/24)
1.111 (30/27)
0.966 (28/29)
0.852 (23/27)
FRAME
Caster 25°
Trail
108 mm (4.3 in.)
Tire Size:
Front
Rear
120/70ZR17M/C(58W)
160/60ZR17M/C(69W)
SPECIFICATIONS 11
Rim Size:
Front 17 × 3.50
Rear 17 × 4.50
Fuel Tank Capacity 19 L (5.0 US gal)
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
Battery 12 V 10 Ah
Headlight:
High Beam 12 V 55 W
Low Beam 12 V 55 W
Tail/Brake Light
LED
Even if one of LED (Light Emitting Diode) tail/brake light is not lit, consult with an
authorized Kawasaki dealer.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
12 SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS
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 identify it.
Frame No.
A. Frame Number
Engine No.
A. Engine Number
LOCATION OF PARTS
LOCATION OF PARTS 13
1. Clutch Lever
2. Left Handlebar Switch es
3. Meter Instruments
4. Ignition Switch/Steering Lock
5. Brake Fluid Reservoir (Front)
6. Front Brake Lever
7. Spring Preload Adjuster (Front Fork)
8. R ebound Dampi ng Force Adjuster
(Front Fork)
9. R igh t Handlebar Switches
10. Throttle Grip
14 LOCATION OF PARTS
1. He adlig ht/City Light
2. Turn Signal Light
3. Spark Plugs
4. Air Cleaner
5. Main Fuse
6. Ba ttery
7. Seat
8. Helmet Holding Hook
9. Tool Kit/Storage
Compartments
10. Seat Lock
11. Wheel
12. Brake Disc
13. B rake Caliper
14. Fr on t Fork
15. Shift Pedal
16. Side Stand
17. D rive Chain
LOCATION OF PARTS 15
1. License Plate Light
2. Tail/Brake Light
3. Rebound Damping
Force Adjuster (Rear
Shock Absorber)
4. Brake F luid Reservoir
(Rear)
5. Rear Shock Absorber
6. Spring Preload
Adjuster (Rear Shock
Absorber)
7. Fuel Tank
8. Fuel Tank Cap
9. Coolant Reserve Tank
10. Muffler
11. Rear Brake Light
Switch
12. Rear Brake Pedal
13. Oil Level Gauge
14. Idle Adjusting Screw
16 LOADING AND ACCESSORIES INFORMATION
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 that
the motorcycle 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 m otorcycles. We
strongly recommend that all parts
and accessories you add to your
motorcycle be genuine Kawasaki
components.
Because a motorcycle is sensitive to
changes in weight and aerodynamic
forces, you must take extreme care
LOADING AND ACCESSORIES INFORMATION 17
in carrying cargo, passengers and/or
in the fitting of 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 po ssible 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.
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6. Do not install accessories or carry
baggage that impairs the performance o f the mo to rcycle. 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 result 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 forces
acting on these surfaces while the
motorcycleisinoperation. 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 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
that the effects can be adverse and
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).
Meter Instruments
A. Water Temperature
Warning Indicator Light
B. Oil Pressure Warning
Indicator Light
C. RESET Button
D. Neutral Indicator Light
E. MODE Button
F. High Beam Indicator Light
G. Left Turn Signal Indicator
Light
H. Tachometer
I. Red Zone
J. Right Turn Signal Indicator
Light
K. LCD (Speedometer, Clock,
Odometer, Trip Meter A/B,
Fuel Gauge)
L. FI Indicator Light
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GENERAL INFORMATION
20 GENERAL INFORMATION
Tachometer
The tachometer shows the engine
speed in revolutions per minute (r/min,
rpm). On the right side of the tachometerfaceisaportioncalledthe“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.
When the ign itio n key is turned to
“ON”, the tachometer needle momentarily points to the last reading to check
its operation. If the tachometer needle does not operate correctly, have it
inspected by an autho rized K a w asaki
dealer.
NOTICE
Engine r/min (rpm) should not
be allowed to enter the red zone;
operationintheredzonewill
overstress the engine and may
cause serious engine damage.
LCD (Speedometer, Clock,
Odometer, Trip Meter A/B,
Fuel Gauge)
The LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) located in t he tachometer face is used
to display the Speedometer, Clock,
Odometer, Trip Meter A/B, and Fuel
Gauge. Pushing the MODE button
shifts the display through the following four modes: CLOCK, ODO, and
TRIP A/B. When the ignition key is
turned to “ON”, all the LCD segments
are displayed for three seconds, then
the clock or meters operate normally
depending on the mode selected.
A. Clock
B. Odometer
C. Trip Meter A
D. Trip Meter B
E. Push MODE Button
NOTE
For safe operation do not press the
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MODE button while riding.
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Digital Meter
A. Fuel Gauge
B. Speedometer
C. Clock, Trip Meter A/B, Odometer
NOTE
Do not shift the digital meter display
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while riding for safe operation.
22 GENERAL INFORMATION
mph·km/h Display -
mph·km/h Display can alternate between English and metric modes (mph
and km/h) in the digital meter. Make
sure that mph or km/h is correctly displayed acco rding to local regulations
before riding.
NOTE
Do not operate the vehicle with
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the digital meter displaying in the
wrong unit (mph or km/h). Shift the
mph·km/h display in the digital meter
as follows.
Display the odometer in the digital
•
meter.
The m ph·km/h display shifts by push-
•
ing the RESET button while the
MODE button pushed in.
A. mph·km/h Display
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The mph·km/h display shifts as fol-
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lows.
A. mph Display
B. km/h Display
C. Push RESET Button with MODE Button in
NOTE
The data is maintained even if the
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battery is disconnected.
Speedometer -
The speedometer shows the speed
of the vehicle in digital value.
Clock -
To adjust the hours and minutes:
Turn the ignition key to “ON”.
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Push the MODE button to display the
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clock.
Push the RESET button for more
•
than two seconds. Both the hour and
minute d isplays start flashing.
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Push the RESET button. The hour
•
display only flashes. Push the
MODE button to advance the hours.
Push the RESET button. The hour
•
display stops flashing and the minute
display starts flashing. Push the
MODE button to advance the minutes.
Push the RESET button. Both the
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hour and minute displays start flashing again.
Push the MODE button. The dis-
•
playsstopflashingandtheclock
starts working.
NOTE
Pushing the MODE button momen-
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tarily advances the hour or minute
step by step. Pushing and holding the button advance the hour or
minute continuously.
The clock works normally from the
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back-up power while the ignition
switch is turned off.
When the battery is disconnected,
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the clock resets to 1:00 and starts
working again when the battery is
connected.
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Odometer -
The odo meter shows the total distance the vehicle has been ridden. This
meter cannot be reset.
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 traveled since they were last
reset to zero.
TRIP A: 0.0 ∼ 999.9
TRIP B: 0.0 ∼ 9999.9
To r eset t h e t rip m et er :
Push the MODE button to display the
•
trip meter A or B.
Push the RESET button and hold it
•
in.
After two seconds, the figure display
•
turns to 0.0, and then s tarts coun ting
when the vehicle is operated. The
meter counts until it is reset.
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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 is reset while the
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vehicle is stopped, it starts counting
as soon as the vehicle starts moving.
When the trip meter reaches 999.9
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(TRIP A) or 9999.9 (TRIP B) while
running, the meters reset to 0.0 and
continues counting.
When the battery is disconnected,
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the meter display resets to 0.0.
Fuel Gauge -
The fuel in the fuel tank is shown
by the number of segments displayed.
When the fuel tank is full, all the segments are displayed. As the fuel level
in the tank goes down, the segments
disappear one by one from F (full) to
E (empty). When only the most bottom segment is displayed, 5.0 L (1.3
US gal) of fuel remain. Furthermore,
when the lowest segment and “FUEL”
flash in the digital meter, only 3.5 L (0.9
US gal) of fuel remain.
Refuel at the earliest opportunity if
the most bottom segment of the fuel
gauge flashes.
When vehicle stands with Side
Stand, Fuel Gauge cannot show the
amount of fuel in the fuel tank exactly.
Stand upright the vehicle to check the
fuel level.
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A. Flash
NOTE
When pushing the MODE button
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while “FUEL” is displaye d, the display can be shifted to odometer, trip
meter, or clock mode.
Warning/Indicator Lights
: When the transmission is in neu-
tral, the neutral indicator light goes on.
28 GENERAL INFORMATION
: When the headlight is on high
beam, the high beam indicator light
goes on.
: When the turn signal switch is
pushed to the left or right, the corresponding turn signal indicator light
flashes.
: The oil pressure warning light
goes on whenever the oil pressure is
dangerously low or the ignition key is
in the ON position with the engine not
running, and goes off when the engine
oil pressure is high enough. Refer to
the Maintenance and Adjustment chapter for more detailed engine oil information.
: The fuel injection (FI) indicator
light goes on when the ignition switch
is turned to “ON” and goes off soon
after ensuring that its circuit functions
properly. The indicator light also goes
on whenever the troubles occur in
digital fuel injection system (DFI). If
the indicator light goes on, have the
DFI system checked by an authorized
Kawasaki dealer. When the indicator
light flashes, first turn the ignition key
to “OFF” and then back to “ON”.
: The water temperature warning indicator light goes on whenever the water temperature rises to about 119°C
(246°F) when the motorcycle is in operation. This warns the operator that
the water temperature is too high. If the
warning indicator light goes on, stop
the engine and check the coolant level
in the reserve tank after the engine
cools down.
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NOTICE
Do not let the engine continue
running when the warning indicator light flashes. Prolonged
engine operation will result in
severe damage from overheating.
Key
This motorcycle has a combination
key, which is used for the ignition
switch/steering lock, seat lock , and fuel
tank cap.
Blank keys are available at your
Kawasaki dealers. Ask your dealer to
make any additional spare keys you
may need, using your original key as
a master, or using the key code on the
tagwithyourkeys.
Recordthecodefromthetagwith
your keys here. Participating Kawasaki
dealers can use the code to make a
new key in the event that your original
keys are lost.
Write your key number here.
30 GENERAL INFORMATION
Ignition Switch/Steering Lock
This is a four-position, key-operated
switch. The key can be removed from
theswitchwhenitisintheOFF,LOCK,
or P (Park) position.
A. Ignition Switch/Steering Lock
B. ON Position
C. OFF Position
D. LOCK Position
E. P ( Park) Position
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OFF
ON
LOCK
P(Park)
Engine off. All electrical
circuits off.
Engine on. All electrical
equipment can be use d.
Steering locked. Engine
off. All electrical circuits off.
Steering locked. Engine
off. License plate, tail,
and city lights on and turn
signals can be used. All
other electrical circuits cut
off.
NOTE
The city, tail and license plate lights
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are on whenever the ignition key is
in the ON position. One headlight
goes on when the starter button is
released after starting the engine. To
avoid battery discharge, always start
the engine immediately after turning
the ignition key to “ON”.
IfyouleavetheP(Park)positionon
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for a long time (one hour), the battery
may become totally discharged.
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