Kawasaki KZ650 Manual
This Clymer motorcycle manual covers the Kawasaki KZ650 for these years: 1977-1983
Models Included:
1977-1983 KAWASAKI KZ650B
1977-1983 KAWASAKI KZ650C (custom)
1977-1983 KAWASAKI KZ650D (SR)
1977-1983 KAWASAKI KZ650E (LTD)
1977-1983 KAWASAKI KZ650F
1977-1983 KAWASAKI KZ650H (CSR)
GENERAL INFORMATION
TROUBLESHOOTING
LUBRICATION, MAINTENANCE AND TUNE-UP
Routine checks / Service intervals / Tires / Battery / Periodic lubrication / Engine oil and filter / Periodic maintenance / Air filter / Tune-up / Storage / Specifications
ENGINE
Engine principles / Servicing engine in frame / Engine / Cylinder head / Valve and valve components / Camshaft / Camshaft chain / Cylinder / Pistons and connecting rods / Piston rings / Ignition advance mechanism / Alternator / Oil pump / Oil pressure relief valve / Secondary shaft and starter motor clutch / Crankcase / Crankshaft / Kickstarter / Break-in / Specifications
CLUTCH AND TRANSMISSION
Clutch / Clutch release mechanism / Clutch cable / Drive sprocket / Shifting mechanism (external) / Transmission / Gearshift drum and forks / Specifications
FUEL AND EXHAUST SYSTEMS
Air cleaner / Carburetors / Fuel shutoff valve / Fuel tank / Exhaust system / Air injection system / Specifications
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Charging system / Battery / Alternator / Voltage regulator (1977) / Rectifier (1977) / Voltage regulator/rectifier (1978 and later) / Ignition system / Ignition coil / Ignition advance mechanism / Spark plugs / Starting system / Lighting system / Horn / Fuses / Specifications
FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING
Front wheel / Front hub / Wheels / Tire changing / Tire repairs / Handlebar / Steering head / Front fork / Specifications
REAR SUSPENSION
Rear wheel / Rear hub / Sprocket assembly / Drive chain / Rear swing arm / Shock absorbers / Specifications
BRAKES
Front disc brakes / Front brake pad replacement / Front calipers / Front brake hose replacement / Rear drum brake (Model B) / Rear disc brake (Models C and D) / Rear master cylinder / Rear brake pad replacement (Model D) / Rear caliper (Models C and D) / Brake disc (front and rear) / Bleeding the system / Specifications
FRAME AND REPAINTING
Kickstand (sidestand) / Footpegs / Centerstand / Frame / Specifications
SUPPLEMENT / 1980 AND LATER SERVICE INFORMATION
INDEX
WIRING DIAGRAMS