2014 Kawasaki KFX50 Owners Manual - Page 136

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MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 135 Brake lever lubrication Lubricate the pivoting parts of the brake levers. Recommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease (All-purpose grease) Knuckle shaft and rear fork shaft lubrication Lubricate the pivot points using a grease gun. Recommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease Cleaning Frequent, thorough cleaning of your machine will not only enhance its appearance but will improve its general performance and extend the useful life of many components. WARNING HAZARD Debris build-up in and around the vehicle chassis, engine, and exhaust. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Build-up of debris or flammable material in and around the vehicle can cause mechanical problems and increase the risk of fire. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD When operating the vehicle in conditions that allow debris or flammable material to collect in and around the vehicle, inspect the engine, electrical component and exhaust areas frequently. If debris or flammable materials have collected, park the vehicle outside and stop the engine. Allow the engine to cool, then remove any collected debris. Do not park or store the vehicle in an enclosed space prior to inspecting for build-up of debris or flammable materials. 1. Before cleaning the machine: j

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MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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Brake lever lubrication
Lubricate the pivoting parts of the brake levers.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
(All-purpose grease)
Knuckle shaft and rear fork shaft lubrication
Lubricate the pivot points using a grease gun.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
Cleaning
Frequent, thorough cleaning of your machine will
not only enhance its appearance but will improve its
general performance and extend the useful life of
many components.
WARNING
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Debris build-up in and around the vehicle
chassis, engine, and exhaust.
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Build-up of debris or flammable material in
and around the vehicle can cause mechani-
cal problems and increase the risk of fire.
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When operating the vehicle in conditions
that allow debris or flammable material to
collect in and around the vehicle, inspect the
engine, electrical component and exhaust
areas frequently.
If debris or flammable
materials have collected, park the vehicle
outside and stop the engine.
Allow the
engine to cool, then remove any collected
debris.
Do not park or store the vehicle in
an enclosed space prior to inspecting for
build-up of debris or flammable materials.
1.
Before cleaning the machine: