2022 Kawasaki KX112 Ignition Timing Owners Manual

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2022 Kawasaki KX112 Ignition Timing

Since this motorcycle is equipped with a capacitor discharge ignition (CDI) system, the ignition timing should never require adjustment unless the stator was incorrectly installed during engine reassembly.
If there is any doubt as to the timing, inspect and, if necessary, adjust it as follows.
Free the carburetor overflow hose from the clamp on the magneto cover.
Remove the magneto cover bolts and take off the magneto cover and the gasket.
- A. Carburetor Overflow Hose
- B. Clamp
- C. Magneto Cover Bolts
- D. Magneto Cover and Gasket
Check to see if the middle mark of the three marks on the stator coil plate is aligned with the straight surface of the projection on the crankcase.
- A. Middle Mark
- B. Stator Coil Plate
- C. Straight Surface
If the marks are not aligned, loosen the stator coil plate mounting screws and turn the stator coil plate.
- A. Stator Coil Plate Mounting Screws
  B. Stator Coil Plate
Tighten the stator coil plate mounting screws to the specified torque.
Replace the magneto cover gasket with a new one.
Apply a non-permanent locking agent to the thread of the magneto cover bolts.
Install the magneto cover and tighten the magneto cover bolts.
Hold the carburetor overflow hose to the clamp on the magneto cover.

Tightening Torque

NOTE

The ignition timing can be adjusted to change the power band to suit the rider’s preference or ability.
If necessary, adjust the timing by shifting the stator coil plate position within the three lines.
- A. Three Lines

NOTE
For best engine performance, it is very important to adjust the ignition timing within the adjustable range just explained.