2022 Kawasaki NINJA 1000 SX Meter Instruments Owners Manual

2022 Kawasaki NINJA 1000 SX Meter Instruments

Meter Instruments

The display layout can be switched from two different types. Refer to the Menu Mode section.

1. Display Screen
2. Left Meter Button
3. Right Meter Button
4. Ambient Brightness Sensor

Display Layout (Type 1)

1. Gear Position Indicator
2. Integrated Riding Mode Indicator
3. KQS Mode Indicator
4. Cruise Control System Indicator
5. Tachometer
6. Speedometer
7. Economical Riding Indicator
8. Service Indicator
9. Fuel Gauge
10. Multifunction Display
    1. Odometer
    2. Trip Meter A/B
    3. Lean Angle
    4. Maximum Lean Angle
    5. Current Mileage
    6. Average Mileage
    7. Cruising Range
    8. Average Speed
    9. Total Time
    10. Battery Voltage
11. Coolant Temperature Meter
12. Outside Temperature Meter
13. Bluetooth@ Connection Indicator
14. Clock

Display Layout (Type 2)

1. Integrated Riding Mode Indicator
2. Gear Position Indicator
3. Dual-function Gauge
   1. Throttle
   2. Front Brake Pressure
4. Cruise Control System Indicator
5. KQS Mode Indicator
6. Tachometer
7. Speedometer
8. Fuel Gauge
9. Acceleration/Deceleration Indicator
10. Service Indicator
11. Multifunction Display
    1. Odometer
    2. Trip Meter A/B
    3. Maximum Lean Angle
12. Lean Angle Indicator
13. Coolant Temperature Meter
14. Bluetooth@ Connection Indicator
15. Clock

Background Color Change
Push the RESET button to invert the background color of the display screen.

Flow when pushing RESET button

NOTE

• This function can also be operated ith the right meter button. Push and hold it until the background color is inverted.
• However, when the average mileage, average speed, or total time is displayed on the multifunction display, the right button is used for the re- setting. The background color is not changed.

Ambient Brightness Sensor
The brightness of the meter instrument is controlled automatically depending on the ambient brightness.

NOTE
Be careful not to cover the ambient brightness sensor on the meter instrument while riding the motorcycle.

Meter Instrument Brightness Setting
The brightness of the meter instrument can be adjusted manually in three levels. Refer to Brightness in the Menu Mode section.

Indicators

1. Left Turn Signal Indicator (Green)
2. High Beam Indicator (Blue)
3. Engine Warning Indicator (Yellow)
4. Right Turn Signal Indicator (Green)
5. Neutral Indicator (Green)
6. KTRC Indicator (Yellow)
7. ABS Indicator (Yellow)
8. Cruise Control Indicator (White)
9. Fuel Level Warning Indicator
10. Battery Warning Indicator (Red)
11. Coolant Temperature Warning Indicator
12. Oil Pressure Warning Indicator (Red)

Indicator Initial Operation
When the ignition switch is turned on, all indicators go on/off as shown in the table. If any indicator does not operate as shown, have it checked by an autho- rized Kawasaki dealer.

• When ignition switch is turned on.
• After a few seconds
• When engine starts.
• Goes on.
• Goes off.
• goes off shorty after the motorcycle starts moving.

When Warning Indicators Go On or Blink
When warning indicators appear, there could be a problem with vehicle function. Follow actions in the table after stopping the vehicle in a safe place. The numbers in this column corresponds to reference numbers on page 49.

• After continuous riding on a rough road.
• When the engine is started with the stand raised and the transmission engaged, and the rear wheel turns.
• When accelerating so abruptly that the front wheel leaves the ground.
• When the ABS has been subjected to strong electrical interference.
• When tire pressure is abnormal. Adjust tire pressure.
• When a tire different in size from the standard size is being used. Replace with standard size.
• When the wheel is deformed. Replace the wheel.

When Warning Messages Display
When warning messages appear, there could be a problem with vehicle function. Have them checked by an authorized Kawasaki dealer.

Other Indicators

Speedometer/Tachometer

A. Speedometer
B. Tachometer
C. Red Zone

Speedometer
The speedometer is digital and can be set for km/h or mph. The unit setting can be changed ac- cording to local regulations. Make sure the unit setting (km/h or mph) is cor- rectly displayed before riding. Refer to the Menu Mode section.

Tachometer
The tachometer shows the engine speed in revolutions per minute (r/min, rpm).

NOTICE
Engine speed should not be allowed to enter the red zone; operation in the red zone will over-stress the engine and may cause serious engine damage.

Features

Gear Position Indicator
The current gear position is shown. When the transmission is in neutral, “N” appears.

NOTE
If the transmission gears are not engaged properly, the gear position indicator disappears. The gear position indicator also serves as the shift-up indicator.

Shift-up Indicator Function
The shift-up indicator function indicates the timing for the next up shift. Before reaching the set engine speed, the tachometer and the gear position  indicator starts blinking slowly, and the gear position indicator changes color to orange. When the engine speed reaches the set value, the tachometer also changes color and their blinking speed increases.

A. Gear Position Indicator (Blink and Change Color)
B. Tachometer (Blink and Change Color)

The shift-up indicator function can be selected on or off, and the set value can be adjusted.

Shift-up Indicator Setting
Refer to Vehicle Settings in the Menu Mode section.

Integrated Riding Mode Indicator
The current setting of the integrated riding mode is shown. Refer to the Integrated Riding Modes section in the HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE chapter.

Fuel Gauge
The fuel level in the fuel tank is shown by the number of segments displayed between E (empty) and F (full).

NOTE
When the fuel level warning indicator and segment(s) blink, refer to When Warning Indicators Go On or Blink in the Indicators section.

Coolant Temperature Meter
This meter shows the engine coolant temperature. If the coolant temperature is below 400C (1040F), “- – -” is dis- played. If the coolant temperature rises to above 1150C (2390F), the meter starts blinking and the warning indicator goes on. If the coolant temperature rises to 1200C (2480F) or more, “Hi” appears and starts blinking, the coolant temper- ature warning indicator continues to ap- pear. This warns the operator that the coolant temperature is high.

A. Coolant Temperature Warning Indicator

NOTICE
Stop the engine if the coolant temperature shows “Hi.” Pro- longed engine operation will result in severe engine damage from overheating.

Cruise Control System Indicator
The bluetooth icon appears when your smart device is connected to the vehicle. The telephone icon appears when a phone call is received by your smart device. The mail icon appears when a email or text message is received.

KQS Mode Indicator
The current setting of the KQS is shown. Refer to the Kawasaki Quick Shift (KQS) section in the HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE chapter.

KQS Setting
Refer to Vehicle Settings in the Menu Mode section.

Bluetooth@ Connection Indicator
The bluetooth icon appears when your smart device is connected to the vehicle. The telephone icon appears when a phone call is received by your smart device. The mail icon appears when a email or text message is received

A. Telephone Icon
B. Mail Icon

How to Setup Bluetooth Connection
Refer to Bluetooth in the Menu Mode section.

Bluetooth@ Connectivity
This motorcycle can connect to the smart device via built-in Bluetooth wire- less technology. Using the application “RIDEOLOGY THE APP,” several data of your vehicle can be accessed, and several setting items can be adjusted. Refer to the application for details.

WARNING
For safety, do not use a smart device while riding the motorcycle.

NOTE

• Some smart devices may not be compatible even if Bluetooth technology is available.
• The Bluetooth@ word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.

WARNING
If the outside temperature is 30C (37 OF) or below when the igni- tion key is turned on, the out- side temperature meter changes to black text on an orange back- ground or the “ICE” message ap- pears to warn the operator that roads may be icy. Check the road surface and ride carefully.

NOTE
When the outside temperature meter is not displayed, the “ICE” warning message appears.

A. “ICE” Warning Message

Economical Riding Indicator (Only on display layout Type I)

When riding the motorcycle efficiently, the economical riding indicator appears on the LCD to indicate favorable fuel consumption. Monitoring the economical riding indicator can help the rider maximize fuel efficiency.

WARNING
Failing to properly observe the road ahead increases the chance of an accident resulting in severe injury or death. Do not concentrate on the economical riding indicator by taking your eyes off the road; observe using peripheral vision.

Dual-function Gauge (Only on display layout Type 2)
This gauge show the fluid pressure of the front brake line or the opening angle of the throttle valve.

Dual-function Gauge Setting
Push the lower MODE button or the right meter button to switch the gauge displayed. Flow when pushing the lower MODE button or right meter button

AcceIeration/Deceleration Indicator

(Only on display layout Type 2)
This indicator shows the acceleration/deceleration rate of the vehicle. When acceleration is greater, the indicator moves more to the back side of the vehicle illustration. When deceleration is greater, the indicator moves more to the front side of the vehicle illustration.

Lean Angle Indicator

(Only on display layout Type 2)
This shows the lean angle of the vehicle. The more it is leaned, the larger the bar on the gauge.

Service Indicator

A. Service Indicator
B. “SERVICE” Message

This motorcycle has three types of maintenance reminders; the standard Kawasaki maintenance schedule, user defined interval for oil, and user defined interval for regular maintenance to assist you with maintenance on your Kawasaki. When the date or distance reaches to the set value, the service indicator and message appear on the display screen every time the ignition switch is tumed on. Only “SERVICE” message disappears after 30 seconds.

Maintenance Reminder Setting
Refer to Service in the Menu Mode section.

Control Buttons

The upper MODE, lower MODE, SELECT and RESET buttons on the left handlebar and the left meter button and right meter button on the meter unit are used to operate the various functions of the display screen.

A. Upper MODE Button
B. SELECT Button
C. Lower MODE Button
D. RESET Button
E. Left Meter Button
F. Right Meter Button

Multifunction Display

Push the upper MODE or left meter button to select the items shown be- low. The display items are switched in the following order.

• Odometer
• Trip Meter A
• Trip Meter B
• Lean Angle*
• Maximum Lean Angles

Only on display layout Type 1

Flow when pushing upper MODE or left meter button For the display layout type I, push the lower MODE or right meter button to select the items shown below. The display items are switched in thefollowing order.

• Current Mileage
• Average Mileage
• Cruising Range
• Average Speed
• Total Time
• Battery Voltage

Flow when pushing lower MODE or right meter button

Odometer
The odometer shows the total distance. This meter cannot be reset.

NOTE
When the figures come to 999999, the display is stopped and locked.

Trip Meter
The trip meter shows the distance traveled since it was reset.

NOTE
When the trip meter reaches 9999.9 while riding, the meter resets to 0.0 and continues counting

How to Reset
Refer to the Multifunction Display Resetting section.

Lean Angle
This shows the lean angle of the vehicle. The more it is leaned, the larger the bar on the gauge.

Maximum Lean Angles
This shows the maximum lean angles of the vehicle by numerical value.

How to Reset
Refer to the Multifunction Display Resetting section.

Current Mileage
This shows the instantaneous rate of fuel consumption. It is renewed every 4 seconds.

NOTE
When the ignition switch is turned on, the numerical value shows “— —.—.” After a few seconds of riding the numerical value is displayed.

Average Mileage
This shows the average rate of fuel consumption since it was reset. It is renewed every 5 seconds.

How to Reset
Refer to the Multifunction Display Resetting section.

Cruising Range
This indicates the cruising range from the remaining fuel in the fuel tank. It is renewed every 20 seconds.

NOTE

• When there is sufficient fuel, “(+)” appears next to the cruising range value.
• The cruising range value is no longer shown if the fuel level gets too low after the fuel level warning indicator starts blinking.
• To recover the cruising range display, add fuel to at least the level needed for the fuel level warning indicator to stop blinking. The cruising range value may still be displayed with a low fuel level, but it will not be aCCUrate until enough fuel is added to stop the fuel level warning indicator from blinking.

Average Speed
This shows the average vehicle speed since it was reset.

How to Reset
Refer to the Multifunction Display Re- setting section.

Total Time
This shows the amount of time that has elapsed while the ignition switch is turned on.

NOTE
When the figures come to 99:59, the display is stopped and locked.

How to Reset
Refer to the Multifunction Display Resetting section.

Battery Voltage
This shows the current battery voltage.

NOTE

• The battery voltage is displayed in the 9.0 16.0 V range. Ifthe display range is exceeded, the indication is fixed at the maximum or minimum value.
• The battery voltage shown in this display may differ from the numerical value measured by a volt meter.

Multifunction Display Resetting

The following multifunction display items can be reset. There are two ways to reset.

• Trip Meter A/B
• Maximum Lean Angles
• Average Mileage
• Average Speed
• Total Time

To Reset Using RESET Button

NOTE

• When pushing any button (upper MODE, lower MODE, SELECT, left meter, right meter) while the item is blinking, the resetting is canceled.
• After the item has been blinking for five seconds, the resetting is canceled.

When only one resettable item is shown:
Push the RESET button and hold it until resetting is done. Flow when pushing and holding RESET button

When two resettable items are shown:

• Push the RESET button and hold it. The resettable item starts blinking.
• The blinking item indicates that it is being selected. Push the RESET button to select the item.
• Push the RESET button and hold it until resetting is done.
• Flow when pushing and holding RESET button
• Flow when pushing RESET button

When no resettable item is shown:

• Push the RESET button and hold it. “RESET ALL” appears.
• “RESET ALL” means all resettable items will be reset. Push the RESET button and hold it until resetting is done

Flow when pushing and holding RESET button

NOTE
If the ignition switch is turned off during resetting, the reset is not carried out.

To Reset Using Meter Buttons

• Display the resettable item on the multifunction display.
• Push the left or right meter button and hold it until resetting is done.

• Flow when pushing and holding the left meter button
• Flow when pushing and holding the right meter button

Menu Mode

The menu mode can set various functions of the vehicle.

NOTE
When the vehicle speed exceeds 5 km/h (3 mph), the menu mode can- not be displayed.

How to Enter/Exit Menu Mode

• Push and hold the SELECT button to enter.
• Push the RESET button to exit.

• Flow when pushing and holding SELECT button
• Flow when pushing RESET button

Basic Operations in Menu Mode

A. Move highlighted item
B. Move highlighted item
C. Shift to next screen (set)
D. Go back to previous screen (cancel)

Vehicle Settings

• Shift Lamp: Turn shift-up indicator system on or off
• Engine Speed: Adjust engine speed of shift-up indicator
• KQS: Turn KQS on or off
• RIDER Mode: Turn RIDER mode on or off
• Enter the menu mode.
• Highlight ‘Vehicle Settings” using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT button to shift to the next screen.

• Flow when pushing SELECT button
• Flow when pushing RESET button

Shift Lamp
This switches the shift-up indicator system on or off.

• Highlight “Shift Lamp” using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT button to shift to the next screen.
• Choose on or off using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT or RESET button.

• Flow when pushing SELECT button
• Flow when pushing RESET button

 

NOTE
Refer to the Features section for details of the shift-up indicator.

Engine Speed
This adjusts the timing at which the shift-up indicator works.

NOTE

• When “Shift Lamp” setting is off, this item is grayed out.
• Highlight “Engine Speed” using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT button to shift to the next screen.
• Set the desired engine speed using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT or RESET button.

• Flow when pushing SELECT button
• Flow when pushing RESET button

KQS
This switches the KQS (Kawasaki Quick Shift) on or off.

• Highlight “KQS” using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT button to shift to the next screen.
• Choose on or off using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT or RESET button.

• Flow when pushing SELECT button
• Flow when pushing RESET button

NOTE
Refer to the Kawasaki Quick Shift (KQS) section in the HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE chapter for details of KQS.

RIDER Mode

• This switches the RIDER mode on or off.
• Highlight “RIDER Mode” using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT button to shift to the next screen.
• Choose on or off using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT or RESET button.

• Flow when pushing SELECT button
• Flow when pushing RESET button

NOTE
Refer to the Integrated Riding Mode section in the HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE chapter for details of the RIDER mode.

Display

• Mode: Switch layout of LCD
• Brightness: Adjust backlight of LCD
• Enter the menu mode.
• Highlight “Display” using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT button to shift to the next screen.
• Flow when pushing SELECT button
• Flow when pushing RESET button

Mode
This switches the display layout.

• Highlight “Mode” using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT button to shift to the next screen.
• Choose “Type I” or “Type 2” using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT or RESET button.

• Flow when pushing SELECT button
• Flow when pushing RESET button

Brightness
This adjusts the backlight brightness of the screen in three levels.

• Highlight “Brightness” using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT button to shift to the next screen.
• Adjust the setting using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT or RESET button.
• 
• Flow when pushing SELECT button
• Flow when pushing RESET button

Date and Clock

• Date: Adjust date
• Clock: Adjust clock
• Format: Choose date and time notation
• Enter the menu mode.
• Highlight “Date and Clock” using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT button to shift to the next screen.
• Flow when pushing SELECT button
• Flow when pushing RESET button

Format (Date)
This switches the date format.

• Highlight “Format” under “Date” using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT button to shift to the next screen.
• Choose the date format using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT or RESET button.

• Flow when pushing SELECT button
• Flow when pushing RESET button

Date

• Highlight “Date” using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT button to shift to the next screen.
• Adjust the date using the upper or lower MODE button and the SELECT button.
• Push the SELECT or RESET button.

• Flow when pushing SELECT button
• Flow when pushing RESET button

Format (Clock)
This switches the time display.

• Highlight “Format” under “Clock” using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT button to shift tothe next screen.
• Choose the 12-hour clock or 24-hour clock using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT or RESET button.

• Flow when pushing SELECT button
• Flow when pushing RESET button

Clock

• Highlight “Clock” using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT button to shift to the next screen.
• Adjust the clock using the upper or lower MODE button and the SELECT button.
• Push the SELECT or RESET button.

• Flow when pushing SELECT button
• Flow when pushing RESET button

Service

Screen 1 of 2

• Kawasaki Service: Dealer defined interval for periodic maintenance (can be activated or deactivated by authorized Kawasaki dealer)
• Oil Change: User defined interval for engine oil change (user can set dis- tance and end date maintenance reminder)

Screen 2 of 2
Rider Setting: User defined interval for maintenance (user can set distance maintenance reminder)

NOTE

• The disabled item is grayed out.
• The distance shown on the meter indicates the remaining distance to the maintenance reminder and will decrease as the vehicle is operated.
• The service item changes to orange when the scheduled date or distance is reached.
• Enter the menu mode.
• Highlight “Service” using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT button to shift to the next screen.

• Flow when pushing SELECT button
• Flow when pushing RESET button

Oil Change
This switches the maintenance schedule notification on or off. The setting distance also can be adjusted.

• Highlight “Oil Change” using the up- per or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT button to shift to the next screen.
• Choose on or off using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT or RESET button.

• Flow when pushing SELECT button
• Flow when pushing RESET button
• Highlight “In” under “Oil Change” using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT button to shift to the next screen.
• Set the desired distance using the upper or lower MODE button and the SELECT button.

• Flow when pushing SELECT button
• Flow when pushing RESET button

NOTE
The setting date cannot be changed manually. It sets to one year later au-tomatically when turning on this func- tion or changing the distance. For example, when the current date is “2020.10.30,” it sets to “2021.10.30.”

Rider Setting
This allows the rider to set the distance for certain maintenance item.

• Highlight “Rider Setting” using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT button to shift to the next screen.
• Choose on or off using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT or RESET button.

• Flow when pushing SELECT button
• Flow when pushing RESET button
• Highlight “In” under “Rider Setting” using the upper or lower MODE but- ton.
• Push the SELECT button to shift to the next screen.
• Set the desired distance using the upper or lower MODE button and the SELECT button.

• Flow when pushing SELECT button
• Flow when pushing RESET button

Bluetooth@

• Bluetooth: Turn Bluetooth wireless technology on or off
• Pairing: Switch pairing mode of Bluetooth
• Regulatory: Display the acquired certification mark

NOTE

• To use the Bluetooth function, “RIDEOLOGY THE APP” is necessary.
• Enter the menu mode.
• Highlight “Bluetooth” using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT button to shift to the next screen.

• Flow when pushing SELECT button
• Flow when pushing RESET button

Bluetooth
This switches the Bluetooth on or off.

• Highlight “Bluetooth” using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT button to shift to the next screen.
• Choose on or off using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT or RESET button.
• When selecting “On,” the motorcycle starts searching for the smart device.
• Turn on the Bluetooth function of the smart device and launch the app.

• Flow when pushing SELECT button
• Flow when pushing RESET button

NOTE
If the motorcycle detects the paired device, they connect automatically.

A. Connected Device Name

NOTE
If the motorcycle does not have the paired device, it switches the pairing mode to “Open” automatically.

Pairing
This switches the pairing mode of Bluetooth. “Limited” is used when communicating with the paired device. “Open” can establish communication with a new device.

• Highlight “Pairing” using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT button to shift to the next screen
• Choose “Limited” or “Open” using the upper or lower MODE button. When selecting “Open”, the motor- cycle start searching for an unpaired device.
• Turn on the Bluetooth function of the unpaired device and launch the app.

• Flow when pushing SELECT button
• Flow when pushing RESET button
• Flow when pushing lower MODE button

A. Pass Key (PIN)

• In the pairing setting menu of the app, select “Ninja 10” and tap the connect button. The motorcycle dis- plays the pass key (PIN) on the dis- play screen.
• Enter the pass key (PIN) into the unpaired device.

NOTE
If the motorcycle does not detect the device, bring the device closer to the meter instruments.

Regulatory

• Highlight “Regulatory” using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT button to shift to the next screen.
• Push the SELECT or RESET button.

• Flow when pushing SELECT button
• Flow when pushing RESET button

Units

• Speed: Switch unit of speed between kph and mph
• Fuel Mileage: Switch unit of fuel consumption
• Temperature: Switch unit of temperature between oc and OF
• Enter the menu mode.
• Highlight “Units” using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT button to shift to the next screen.

• Flow when pushing SELECT button
• Flow when pushing RESET button

Speed
This switches the unit of speed.

• Highlight “Speed” using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT button to shift to the next screen.
• Choose “km/h” or “mph” using the up- per or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT or RESET button.

• Flow when pushing SELECT button
• Flow when pushing RESET button

Fuel Mileage
This switches the unit of fuel consumption.

• Highlight “Fuel Mileage” using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT button to shift to the next screen.
• Choose the unit using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT or RESET button.

• Flow when pushing the SELECT button
• Flow when pushing the RESET button

NOTE
The choices will change according to the unit set by “Speed. ”

Temperature
This switches the unit of temperature.

• Highlight “Temperature” using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT button to shift to the next screen.
• Choose “oc” or “OF” using the upper or lower MODE button.
• Push the SELECT or RESET button.

• Flow when pushing SELECT button
• Flow when pushing RESET button

Keys

You will need the key number or spare key to have a duplicate made.

A. Ignition Key
B. Key Number Tag

If you lose all keys and the key number, you will need to replace the ignition switch and all other locks operated by that key. Contact your Kawasaki dealer to pur- chase additional spare keys.