Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R Quiz
Crankshaft/Transmission

Piston Wear Inspection

In this manual: Crankshaft/Transmission
General Information — 26Periodic Maintenance — 66Fuel System (DFI) — 79Cooling System — 28Engine Top End — 51Clutch — 24Engine Lubrication System — 28Engine Removal/Installation — 5Crankshaft/Transmission — 65Wheels/Tires — 22Final Drive — 17Brakes — 54Suspension — 36Steering — 17Frame — 40Electrical System — 104Self-Diagnosis System — 112Appendix — 10
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  • Measure the outside diameter [A] of each piston 5 mm (0.20 in.) [B] up from the bottom of the piston at a right angle to the direction of the piston pin.

If the measurement is under service limit, replace the piston.

Piston Wear Inspection

Piston Diameter

Standard: 75.959 75.974 mm
(2.9905 2.9911 in.)
Service Limit: 75.81 mm (2.985 in.)

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