Kawasaki EX500, GPZ500S, Ninja 500R 1987 - 2002

Kawasaki EX500, GPZ500S, Ninja 500R 1987 - 2002 Clymer Owners Service & Repair Manual Covers the following models:
● Kawasaki EX500 A1 through A7, 1987-1993 (U.S., Canada)
● Kawasaki Ninja 500R D1 through D9, 1994-2002 (U.S., Canada)
● Kawasaki GPZ500S E1-on, 1994-on (Germany, Norway, Greece)
● Kawasaki GPZ500S F1-on 1994-on (U.K. and Sweden)

Contents:
● Quick Reference Data

● General Information
Manual Organization / Notes, Cautions And Warnings / Safety First / Service Hints / Torque Specifications / Fasteners / Lubricants / Parts Replacement / Basic Hand Tools / Test Equipment / Mechanic's Tips / Specifications

● Troubleshooting
Operating Requirements / Troubleshooting Instruments / Engine Starting / Engine Performance / Engine Noises / Engine Lubrication / Clutch / Transmission / Charging System / Starting System / Electrical Problems / Ignition System / Electronic Ignition Troubleshooting / Excessive Vibration / Front Suspension And Steering / Brake Problems / Carburetor Troubleshooting

● Periodic Lubrication, Maintenance And Tune-Up
Routine Checks / Maintenance Intervals / Tyres / Battery / Periodic Lubrication / Engine Oil Change / Fork Oil Change / Ultra-Trak Linkage Lubrication / Periodic Maintenance / Drive Chain Adjustment / Throttle Adjsutment / Steering Head Adjustment / Air Filter / Coolant Change / Timing / Tune-Up / Valve Clearance / Compression Test / Spark Plugs / Electronic Ignition / Carburetor / Idle Speed / Carb Synchronization /

● Engine
Engine Removal Installation / Cylinder Head And Camshafts / Rocker Arm Assemblies / Cam Chain Tensioner / Valves And Valve Components / Cylinder / Pistons And Piston Rings / Oil Pump / Oil Pressure Relief Valve / Oil Level Switch / Neutral Switch / Alternator, Starter Drive Mechanism And Starter / Crankcase / Crankshaft And Connecting Rods / Balancer Shaft

● Clutch And Primary Chain
Clutch And Primary Chain

● Transmission
Shift Mechanism / Transmission

● Fuel, Emission Control And Exhaust System
Fuel Tank / Carburetor / Carburetor Adjustment / Emission Control (California Models) / Exhaust System

● Electrical Systems
Charging System / Transistorized Ignition / Ic Igniter Removal/Installation / Ic Igniter Test / Electric Starter / Lighting System / Switches / Horn / Wiring And Connectors / Thermostatic Fan Switch / Water Temperature Sensor / Junction Box And Fuses / Wiring Diagrams

● Cooling System
Cooling System Inspection / Radiator And Fan / Thermostat / Water Pump / Hoses / Thermostatic Fan Switch And Water Temperature Sensor

● Front Suspension And Steering
Front Wheel / Front Hub / Wheel Balance / Tubeless Tyres / Tubeless Tyre Changing / Handlebars / Steering Head / Front Forks

● Rear Suspension
Rear Wheel / Rear Hub / Rear Wheel Coupling / Drive Chain / Cleaning / Wheel Balancing / Tyre Changing / Rear Shock Absorber / Uni-Trak Preload Adjustment / Rear Swing Arm

● Brakes
Front Disc Brakes / Front Brake Pad / Front Caliper / Front Master Cylinder / Front Brake Hose / Front Brake Disc / Bleeding The System / Rear Drum Brake

● Fairing

● Supplement / 1994 And Later Service Information

● Wiring Diagrams

Clymer motorcycle repair manuals can save you money on maintenance and repair bills. Step-by-step procedures and detailed illustrations guide you through every job, from maintenance and troubleshooting, all the way to complete teardown and rebuild.