2022 Kawasaki KFX 90 ATV Brakes Owners Manual

2022 Kawasaki KFX 90 ATV Brakes

Brakes

Front brake shoe inspection:
Checking brake shoe wear requires disassembling the brake. If the lining thickness becomes below the wear limit of 2.0 mm (0.08 im), replace the shoes as a set. These procedures should be performed by a Kawasaki dealer.

1. Lining
A. Lining thickness

Rear brake pads inspection:
A wear indicator is provided on each brake pod. The indicators allow checking the brake pads wear. Have the indicator checked by a Kawasaki dealer periodically. If the indicator reaches the wear limit line, replace the pads.

1. Wear indicator
2. Rear brake

Front brake lever free play adjustment: The front brake lever free play should be adjusted to 10 20 mm (0.4 — 0.8 in) at the tip of the brake lever. If the free play is incorrect, adjust as follows:

A. Free play 10 — 20 mm (0.4 0.8 in.)

1. Loosen the upper locknut and fully turn in the adjusting bolt.
   1. Upper locknut
   2. Upper adjusting bolt
   3. Lower locknut
   4. Lower adjusting bolt
2. Loosen the lower locknut.
3. Tum the lower adjusting bolt until specified free play is obtained.
   Specified free play:
   10 – 20 mm (0.4 – 0.8 in.)
4. Tighten the lower locknut.
5. While applying the front brake, turn out the up- per adjusting bolt until the upper and lower cable lengths are equal. The cable joint will become vertical.
   1. Cable joint
   A. Cable length
6. Tighten the upper locknut.

WARNING

HAZARD
Operating with improperly serviced or adjusted brakes.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN
You could lose braking ability, which could lead to an accident.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
After servicing:

• Make sure the brakes operate smoothly and that the free play is correct.
• Make sure the brakes do not drag.

Replacement Of brake components requires professional knowledge. These procedures should be performed by Kawasaki dealer.

Brake fluid inspection:
Check if the fluid level is below the lower level mark through the inspection window.

WARNING

HAZARD
Brake fluid contacting the skin or eyes.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN
May cause irritation.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Avoid contacting brake fluid with the skin or eyes. In case of contact, flush thoroughly with water and call a doctor if your eyes were exposed.

1. Lower level mark (Hand Brake lever)

NOTE

• As the brake pads wear, brake fluid leve/ drops, automatically compensating for wear. There are no adjustments to perform, but fluid level and pad wear must be inspected periodically. The system must be inspected frequently to ensure there are no fluid leaks.
• lf the brake lever travel becomes excessive and the brake pads are not worn beyond the recommended limit, there is probably air in the brake system and it must be bled. See your authorized Kawasaki dealer for this service.

NOTICE

• To prevent damage to the brake system, use only fluid from a sealed container. Never allow contaminants (dirt, water, etc.) to enter the brake fluid reservoir.
• Brake fluid can damage paint and plastic, so handle the fluid with care. When adding brake fluid, be sure the reservoir is horizontal before removing the cover to prevent accidental spilling.
• Use only DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed container.