2022 Kawasaki KLX140R L Fuel Owners Manual

2022 Kawasaki KLX140R L Fuel

Fuel

• The required of fuel is specified under “Fuel Requirements.”
• The capacity of the fuel tank is 5.8 L (1.5 US gal).
• To open the fuel tank cap, disconnect the breather hose from the hole in the steering shaft and turn the tank cap counterclockwise.
• A. Fuel Tank Cap
• B. Breather Hose

Avoid filling the tank in the rain or where heavy dust is blowing so that the fuel does not get contaminated.

• A. Tank Cap
• B. Fuel Tank
• C. Top Level
• D. Filler Neck

WARNING

Gasoline is extremely flammable and can be explosive under certain conditions, creating the potential for serious burns. Always stop the engine and do not smoke. Make sure the area is well ventilated and free from any source of flame or sparks; this includes any appliance with a pilot light. Never fill the tank completely to the top. As the fuel expands in a warm tank, it may overflow through the vents in the tank cap. After refueling, make sure the fuel tank cap is closed securely. If gasoline is spilled on the fuel tank, wipe it off immediately.

Fuel Requirements

Fuel Type

Use clean, fresh unleaded gasoline with a minimum Antiknock index of 87. The Antiknock Index is posted on service station pumps in the U.S.A. The octane rating of a gasoline is a measure of its resistance to detonation or “knocking.” The Antiknock Index is an average of the Research Octane Number (RON) and the Motor Octane Number (MON) as shown in the table below.

NOTICE

• If engine “knocking” or “pinging” occurs, use a different brand of gasoline of a higher octane rating. If this condition is allowed to continue it can lead to severe engine damage.
• Gasoline quality is important. Fuels of low quality or not meeting standard industry specifications may result in unsatisfactory performance. that result from the use of poor quality or non-recommended fuel may not be covered under your warranty.

Fuels Containing Oxygenates

• Gasoline frequently contains oxygenates (alcohols and ethers), especially in areas of the U.S. and Canada that are required to sell such reformulated fuels as part of a strategy to reduce exhaust emissions.
• The types and volume of fuel oxygenate approved for use in unleaded gasoline by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency include a broad range of alcohols and ethers, but only two components have seen any significant level of commercial use.
• Gasoline/Alcohol Blends Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (alcohol produced from agricultural products such as corn), also known as “gasohol” is approved for use.

NOTICE

Avoid using blends of unleaded gasoline and methanol (wood alcohol) whenever possible, and never use “gasohol” containing more than 5% methanol. Fuel system damage and performance problems may result.

Gasoline/Ether Blends The most common ether is methyl tertiary butyl ether (MTBE). You may use gasoline containing up to 15% MTBE.

NOTE
Other oxygenates approved for use in unleaded gasoline include TAME (up to 16.7%) and ETBE (up to 17.2%). Fuel containing these oxygenates can also be used in your Kawasaki.

NOTICE

• Never use gasoline with an octane rating lower than the minimum specified by Kawasaki.
• Never use “gasohol” with more than 10% ethanol, or more than 5% methanol. Gasoline containing methanol must also be blended with cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors.
• Certain ingredients of gasoline may cause paint fading or damage. not to spill gasoline or gasoline oxygenate blends during refueling.
• When not operating your Kawasaki for 30 to 60 days, mix a fuel stabilizer (such as STA-BIL) with the gasoline in the fuel tank.
• Fuel stabilizer additives inhibit oxidation Be extra careful with the fuel which minimizes gummy deposits.
• Never store this product with “gasohol” in the fuel system. Before storage, it is recommended that you drain all fuel from the fuel system. See the Storage section in this manual.

Engine Stop Switch

The engine stop switch is located on the left side of the handlebar. The engine stop switch must be in the position for the motorcycle to operate. Move the switch to the position to stop the engine.

NOTE
To avoid battery discharging, check that the engine stop switch is in the position and the in- dicator light (orange LED) goes off when the motorcycle is not used.

• A. Engine Stop Switch
• B. Indicator Light (LED)