The Kawasaki KX is equipped with a 2-stroke engine that requires a gasoline-oil mixture.
Fuel Tank Capacity
To open the fuel tank cap, pull out the breather hose from the hole in the steering shaft, and turn the tank cap counterclockwise.
Avoid filling the tank in the rain or where heavy dust is blowing so that the fuel does not get contaminated.
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. 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 Type
Use clean, fresh unleaded gasoline with a minimum Antiknock Index of 90. 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
Fuels Containing Oxygenates
NOTICE
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
2-Stroke Oil
Oil must be mixed with the gasoline to lubricate the piston, cylinder, crankshaft bearings, and connecting rod bearings.
Recommended Oil
Kawasaki Performance 2-Stroke Racing Oil or equivalent 2-stroke engine lubricant Kawasaki Performance Oils and Lubricants have been specifically engineered for your vehicle. Consistent use of these products meets or exceeds service requirements and can help to extend the life of your Kawasaki.
Gasoline-Engine Oil Mixing Ratio
A 32-to-1 mixture is about 31 mL of oil per liter of gasoline or 4 fluid ounces of oil per gallon of gasoline.
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