2022 Kawasaki KLR650 Spark Arrester
Spark Arrester
This motorcycle is equipped with a spark arrester approved for off-road use by the U.S. Forest Service. It must be properly maintained to ensure its efficiency. In accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart, clean the spark arrester.
NOTICE
The spark arrester must be installed correctly and functioning properly to provide adequate fire protection.
Spark Arrester Cleaning
WARNING
Hot exhaust system parts can cause serious burns. The exhaust system becomes very hot soon after the engine is started. To avoid burns, be sure the exhaust system is cold before cleaning the spark arrester.
- Remove the spark arrester bolts and spark arrester.
A. Spark Arrester Bolts
- B. Spark Arrester
- With a wire brush, remove the carbon off the inside of the spark arrester and muffler.
- Replace the gasket with a new one.
A. Spark Arrester
- B. Gasket
- Install the spark arrester into the rear end of the muffler.
- Tighten the spark arrester bolts to the specified torque.
Tightening Torque
- Spark Arrester Bolts:
8.0 N m (0.82 kgf m, 71 in-b)
NOTE
lf a torque wrench is not available this item should be serviced by an authorized Kawasaki dealer.