2022 Kawasaki KLX140R Idle Speed
ldle Speed
The following procedure covers the idling adjustment, which should be performed whenever the idle speed is disturbed.
Idling Adjustment
- Thoroughly warm up the engine.
DANGER
Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless poisonous gas. Inhaling carbon monoxide can cause serious brain injury or death. DO NOT run the engine in enclosed areas. Operate only in a well-ventilated area.
WARNING
- The engine and exhaust system get extremely hot during normal operation and can cause serious burns. Never touch a hot engine or an exhaust pipe during idle speed adjustment.
- For KLX140A/B, adjust the idle speed to 1 350 1 450 r/min (rpm) by turning the idle adjusting screw.
- For KLX140C, adjust the idle speed to 1 400 1 600 r/min (rpm) by turning the idle adjusting screw.
- A. Idle Adjusting Screw
- Open and close the throttle a few times to make sure the idle speed does not change and readjust if necessary.
- With the engine idling, turn the handlebar both ways and check if handlebar movement changes the idling speed. If so, the throttle cable may be improperly adjusted, incorrectly routed, or dam-aged. Be sure to correct any of these conditions before riding.
WARNING
- Operation with a damaged cable could result in unsafe riding conditions. Replace a damaged control cable before operation.