Electrical System
Gear Position Switch Inspection
In this manual: Electrical System
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NOTE
Be sure the transmission and external shift mechanism are good condition.
- Remove the fuel tank (see Fuel Tank Removal in the Fuel System (DFI) chapter).
- Disconnect the connector [A].

- Set the hand tester [A] to the × 1 kΩ or × 100 Ω range and connect it to the terminals in the connector [B] and ground.
When changing the gear position from lower gear to higher gear, raise the rear wheel off the ground with the stand and rotate the rear wheel by hand.
Internal Circuit [C]
[1] LG Lead [2] G/R Lead [3] BK Lead
Special Tool - Hand Tester: 57001-1394

Gear Position Switch Resistance 
If the tester reading is not as specified, replace the gear position switch with a new one.
Test yourself
A quick Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.
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