Standard torque table, Test ride the motorcycle, A&p check list – Kawasaki NINJA 650R User Manual

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28 PREPARATION

Standard Torque Table

This table relating tightening torque to thread

diameter, lists the basic torque for bolts and
nuts. Use this table for only the bolts and nuts
which do not require a specific torque value.
All of the values are for use with dry solvent
-cleaned threads.

General Fasteners:

Threads

Torque

dia. mm

N·m

kgf·m

ft·lb

5

3.4

a 4.9 0.35 a 0.50 30 a 43 in·lb

6

5.9

a 7.8 0.60 a 0.80 52 a 69 in·lb

8

14

a 19

1.4

a 1.9 10.0 a 13.5

10

25

a 34

2.6

a 3.5

19.0

a 25

12

44

a 61

4.5

a 6.2

33

a 45

14

73

a 98 7.4 a 10.0

54

a 72

16

115

a 155 11.5 a 16.0 83 a 115

18

165

a 225 17.0 a 23.0 125 a 165

20

225

a 325

23

a 33

165

a 240

Test Ride the Motorcycle

Complete the test ride checklist.

Control Cables:

Throttle cables must work
without binding in any
steering position.

Steering:

Action is free from
lock-to-lock.

Suspension:

Check operation front

and rear.

Engine:

Electric starter works
properly and engine
starts promptly. Good
throttle response and
return.

Transmission
and Clutch:

Smooth operation.

Brakes:

Adequate, smooth
stopping power, No
drag.

Speedometer
and Tachometer:

Check operation.

Electrical System:

Headlight - check high and low beams.

Taillight - check operation.

Brake Light - check operation.

Turn Signal Lights - check operation.

Horn - check operation.

Instrument Lights and Indicator Lights –
check operation.

Engine Stop Switch Works:

Starter Interlock Switch Works:

No Unusual Noises:

No Fuel, Oil, Brake Fluid, or Coolant
Leaks:

PREPARATION COMPLETE.

WARNING

New tires are slippery and may cause
loss of control and injury. A break-in pe-
riod of 160 km (100 miles) is necessary
to establish normal tire traction. During
break-in, avoid sudden and maximum
braking and acceleration, and hard cor-
nering.

A&P Check List

Complete the A & P Check List.

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