2022 Kawasaki KLX140R L Lubrication
Lubrication
Lubricate the areas shown in the illustrations of this section with either motor oil or regular grease, after each race and whenever the vehicle has been operated under wet or rainy conditions, especially after using a high-pressure spray washer. Before lubricating apart, clean off any rust with rust remover and wipe off any grease, oil, dirt, or grime.
General Lubrication
Apply motor oil or grease to the following pivots:
- Clutch lever
- Front brake lever
- Rear brake pedal
- Rear Master Cylinder Joint Pin
- Footpeg
- Shift Pedal
- Side Stand
Apply an aerosol cable lubricant with a pressure lubricator on all cables:
- Clutch cable
- Throttle cable
- Choke cable
- Cable Lubrication
Apply grease to the following points:
- The upper end of the clutch cable
- The upper end of a throttle cable
- The lower end of the choke cable
- A. Upper End
Drive Chain Lubrication
- Lubrication is necessary after riding through rain or on wet roads, or any time that the chain appears dry.
- Use a chain lubricant for motorcycles. If the chain is especially dirty, clean it using a cleaner following the instructions supplied by the chain cleaner manufacturer.
- Apply lubricant to the sides of the rollers so that it will penetrate to the rollers and bushings. Wipe off any excess lubricant.
- Wipe off any lubricant that gets on the tire surface.