Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R Quiz
Maintenance and adjustment

Rear Shock Absorber Inspection

In this manual: Maintenance and adjustment
Specifications — 1Serial number locations — 1Location of parts — 1Loading and accessories information — 1General information — 54Break-in — 1How to ride the motorcycle — 13Safe operation — 4Maintenance and adjustment — 62Storage — 1Troubleshooting guide — 1Your warranty/owner satisfaction — 6Reporting safety defects — 1Location of labels — 1
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  • Press down on the seat several times to inspect the stroke.
  • Visually inspect the rear shock absorber for oil leaks.
  • If there is any doubt about the rear shock absorber, it should be inspected by an authorized Kawasaki dealer.
Rear Shock Absorber Inspection

A. Rear Shock Absorber

Spring Preload Adjustment

The spring adjusting nut on the rear shock absorber can be adjusted.

If the spring action feels too soft or too stiff, have it adjusted by an authorized Kawasaki dealer.

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