2022 Kawasaki KLX140R Spark Plug
Spark Plug
The spark plug should be taken out periodically for inspection and remapping. Measure the gap with a wire-type thickness gauge. If incorrect, adjust the gap to the specified value by bending the outer electrode.
Spark Plug Gap
CR7HSA :.6 0.7 mm (0.024 0.028 in.)
- A. Gap
- B. Outer Electrode
If the plug is oily or has carbon built up on it, clean it. The plug may also be cleaned using a high flash -point solvent and a nonmetal brush (nylon etc.). If the spark plug electrodes are corroded, or damaged, or if the insulator is cracked, replace the plug. The standard spark plug is shown in the table below.
Standard Spark Plug
- NGK CR7HSA
NOTE
lf the spark plug is replaced, use the genuine Kawasaki spark plug.
Spark Plug Removal and Installation
- Clean the cylinder head around the spark plug cap hole before removing the spark plug.
- Pull the spark plug cap off the plug.
NOTICE
- When removing the spark plug cap, do not pull the lead. The lead could be broken off or damaged the wires inside.
- Apply a suitable wrench to the spark plug.
- Loosen and remove the spark plug.
- When reinstalling the spark plug, torque it to specification.
Tightening Torque
- Spark Plug: L13 Nm (1.3 kgfm, 115 in-b)
- Fit the spark plug cap securely onto the spark plug. and pull the cap lightly to make sure that it is properly installed.
- Check the spark plug cap lead is not damaged, or correctly routed.
- A. Spark Plug Cap
- B. Spark Plug