2022 Kawasaki KX450 Tightening Torques of Nuts and Bolts
Tightening Torques of Nuts and Bolts
Location of nuts and bolts
Before the first ride of each day of operation, check the tightness of the nuts and bolts shown below. Check also that all cotter pins are in place and in good condition.
- Front Fork Clamp Bolts
- Clutch Master Cylinder Clamp Bolts
- Handlebar Clamp Bolts
- Rear Frame Mounting Bolts
- Rear Shock Absorber Nuts
- Spoke Nipples
- Front Axle Clamp Bolts
- Front Brake Disc Mounting Bolts
- Front Axle Nut
- Front Caliper Mounting Bolts
- Engine Sprocket Nut
- Swingarm Pivot Shaft Nut
- Side Stand Bolt and Nut (KX450K)
- Rear Sprocket Nuts
- Front Brake Master Cylinder Clamp Bolts
- Steering Stem Head Nut
- Steering Stem Nut
- Handlebar Holder Nuts
- Rear Brake Master Cylinder Mounting Bolts
- Rear Brake Disc Mounting Bolts
- Rear Axle Nut
- Rocker Arm Pivot Nut
- Tie-Rod Mounting Nuts
- Brake Pedal Bolt
Torque Table
Tighten all nuts and bolts to the proper torque using an accurate torque wrench. An insufficiently tightened nut or bolt may become damaged or fall out, possibly resulting in damage to the motorcycle and injury to the rider. An overtightened nut or bolt may become damaged, broken, or tall Out. 
- AL: Tighten the two clamp bolts alternately two times to ensure even tightening torque.
- G: Apply grease.
- L: Apply a non-permanent locking agent.
- R: Replacement Parts
- S: Follow the specified tightening sequence.