Kawasaki NINJA 650R - Manual (Page 12)

10 PREPARATION
A. Socket Bolts (D = 5, L = 20) and Plastic
Washers (D = 5.3)
B. Upper Center Fairing
C. Windshield
Brake Disc Cleaning
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Clean the front and rear brake discs using
oilless solvent.
WARNING
If not removed, the anticorrosive treat-
ment applied to the brake disc surface
will interfere with brake action, and an
unsafe riding condition could result.
Preparation
Battery Service
Battery Removal
The battery used in this motorcycle is a sealed
type and never needs to be refilled. Follow the
procedure for activating a new battery to ensure
the best possible battery performance.
Activating the battery requires two steps, fill-
ing the battery with electrolyte, and charging.
Read the electrolyte safety label and the follow-
ing procedures carefully before battery activa-
tion.
CAUTION
Incorrect Battery Activation will reduce
battery performance and service life. Be
sure to strictly follow the Battery Service
instructions in this Manual.
•
Make sure to use the electrolyte packed in the
crate with the unit.
•
Make sure that the model name of the elec-
trolyte container matches the model name of
the battery. These names must be the same.
Battery Model Name for
EX650C/D: FTX12-BS
A. Model Name of the Electrolyte
B. Model Name of the Battery
CAUTION
Sealed battery electrolyte has a higher
concentration of sulfuric acid.
Each
container contains the proper amount
of electrolyte for its specific battery.
Insufficient or incorrect electrolye will
reduce battery performance and service
life. Electrolyte over capacity can lead
to battery cranking or leaking and result
in corrosion damage to the vehicle.
•
Insert the ignition key into the seat lock, lo-
cated under the seat cover.