2022 Kawasaki KX65 Brakes Owners Manual

2022 Kawasaki KX65 Brakes

Brakes

Disc and disc pad wear is automatically compensated for and has no effect on the brake lever or pedal action. There are no parts on the brakes that require adjustment except the brake lever position.

Brake Lever Position
The brake lever position can be adjusted to suit the rider’s preference.

• To adjust the brake lever position, loosen the locknut, and turn the adjuster to either side with a wrench.
• After adjustment, tighten the locknut securely.

WARNING
An improperly adjusted brake could drag and cause the brake to overheat, damaging the brake assembly and possibly locking the rear wheel, resulting in loss of control. Always maintain the proper brake adjustment.

A. Brake Lever
B. Adjuster
C. Locknut

Test the braking power and check that there is no brake drag.

WARNING
Air in the brake lines diminishes braking performance and can cause an accident resulting in injury or death. If the brake lever or pedal feels mushy when it is applied, there might be air in the brake lines or the brake may be defective. Have the brake checked immediately by an authorized Kawasaki dealer?

Disc Brake Fluid
Inspect the brake fluid level in the front and rear reservoirs and change the brake fluid in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart. The brake fluid should also be changed when contaminated with dirt or water. Use only heavy-duty brake fluid as follows.

Use only heavy-duty brake fluid as follows. Front brake fluid DOT 3 or DOT 4 Rear brake fluid: DOT 4

NOTE
The motorcycle is shipped with brake fluid DOT4 in the brake system.

NOTICE
Do not spill brake fluid onto any painted surface. Do not use fluid from a container that has been left open or that has been unsealed for a long time. Check for fluid leakage around the brake system fittings. Check for brake hose damage.

Brake Fluid Level Inspection

Front Reservoir
With the front reservoir positioned horizontally, the brake fluid must always be above the minimum level line.

A. Front Reservoir
B. Minimum Level Line

If the brake fluid in the front reservoir is below the minimum level line, check for fluid leaks in the brake line and fill the reservoir to the maximum level line (The step inside the front reservoir indi- cates the maximum level).

A. Front Reservoir
B. Maximum Level Line

Rear Reservoir

Positioned horizontally, the rear reservoir must always be more than half full.

• Remove the right side cover.
• If the amount of brake fluid is insufficient, check for fluid leaks in the brake line and add brake fluid.

A. Rear Reservoir

WARNING
Mixing brands and types of brake fluid can reduce the brake system’s effectiveness and cause an accident resulting in injury or death. Do not mix two brands of brake fluid. Change the brake fluid in the brake line completely if the brake fluid must be refilled but the type and brand of the brake fluid that is already in the reservoir are unidentified.

Brake Pad Wear Inspection
Inspect the brake pads for wear in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance chart. If the thickness of any pad in any (front or rear) brake caliper is less than 1 mm (0.04 in.), have both pads in the caliper replaced as a set. Pad replacement should be done by an authorized Kawasaki dealer.

Usable Brake Pad Range 

A. Lining Thickness
B. 1 mm (0.04 in.)