Kawasaki Ninja 1000 / Z1000SX 2011 Maintenance Schedule
The 2011 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 / Z1000SX maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for general maintenance, coolant, drive chain maintenance, air filter, valve clearance, tires, brake fluid, oil and spark plugs. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
1043ccEngine size
51Maintenance items
Official manufacturer manual
Sourced from Kawasaki Motors Official Owner Center (Service Manual) (this document covers model years 2011–2013): kawasaki.com
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel hose and pipe damage inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect fuel hose and pipe for damage. |
| Fuel hose and pipe installation condition inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect fuel hose and pipe installation condition. |
| Evaporative emission control system function inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Moderate | Inspect evaporative emission control system function (CAL and SEA-B1 models). |
| Coolant level inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Inspect coolant level. |
| Coolant leak inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect water hose and pipe for coolant leaks. |
| Air suction system damage inspection | Every 12,000 km | Moderate | Inspect air suction system for damage. |
| Drive chain wear inspection | Every 12,000 km | Easy | Inspect drive chain for wear; service more often in severe conditions. |
| Brake hose and pipe installation condition inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect brake hose and pipe installation condition. |
| Tie-rods operation inspection | Every 12,000 km | Advanced | Inspect tie-rods operation. |
| Bolts and nuts tightness inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Inspect bolts and nuts tightness. |
| Clutch operation inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Inspect clutch operation for play, disengagement, and engagement. |
| Brake operation inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect brake operation for effectiveness, play, and no drag. |
| Sidestand switch operation inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect sidestand switch operation. |
| Throttle control system inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect throttle control system for play, smooth return, and no drag. |
| Engine vacuum synchronization inspection | Every 12,000 km | Advanced | Inspect engine vacuum synchronization across throttle bodies. |
| Rocker arm operation inspection | Every 12,000 km | Advanced | Inspect rocker arm operation. |
| Air cleaner element replacement | Every 18,000 km | Easy | Replace air cleaner element; service more often in severe conditions. |
| Idle speed inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Inspect idle speed. |
| Fuel leak inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect fuel hose and pipe for fuel leaks. |
| Water hose damage inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect water hose for damage. |
| Water hose installation condition inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect water hose installation condition. |
| Valve clearance inspection | Every 24,000 km | Advanced | Inspect and adjust valve clearances (US, CA, CAL models). |
| Tire air pressure inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect tire air pressure. |
| Wheel/tire damage inspection | Every 12,000 km | Easy | Inspect wheels and tires for damage. |
| Tire tread wear inspection | Every 12,000 km | Easy | Inspect tire tread wear and abnormal wear. |
| Wheel bearing damage inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Moderate | Inspect wheel bearings for damage. |
| Drive chain lubrication condition inspection | Every 600 km | Easy | Inspect drive chain lubrication condition; service more often in severe conditions. |
| Drive chain slack inspection | Every 1,000 km | Easy | Inspect drive chain slack; service more often in severe conditions. |
| Drive chain guide wear inspection | Every 12,000 km | Easy | Inspect drive chain guide for wear. |
| Brake fluid leak inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect brake hose and pipe for brake fluid leaks. |
| Brake hose and pipe damage inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect brake hose and pipe for damage. |
| Brake fluid level inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 6 months | Easy | Inspect brake fluid level. |
| Brake pad wear inspection | Every 6,000 km | Easy | Inspect brake pad wear; service more often in severe conditions. |
| Brake light switch operation inspection | Every 6,000 km (first at 1,000 km) | Easy | Inspect brake light switch operation. |
| Front forks/rear shock absorber operation inspection | Every 12,000 km | Easy | Inspect front forks/rear shock absorber operation for damping and smooth stroke. |
| Front forks/rear shock absorber oil leak inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect front forks/rear shock absorber for oil leaks. |
| Steering play inspection | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect steering play. |
| Steering stem bearings lubrication | Every 24,000 km · Every 24 months | Advanced | Lubricate steering stem bearings. |
| Lights and switches operation inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect lights and switches operation. |
| Headlight aiming inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect headlight aiming. |
| Engine stop switch operation inspection | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect engine stop switch operation. |
| Chassis parts lubrication | Every 12,000 km · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate chassis parts. |
| Fuel hose replacement | Every 60 months | Moderate | Replace fuel hose. |
| Coolant change | Every 36,000 km · Every 36 months | Moderate | Drain and replace coolant. |
| Radiator hose and O-ring replacement | Every 36,000 km · Every 36 months | Moderate | Replace radiator hose and O-ring. |
| Engine oil change | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Drain and replace engine oil; service more often in severe conditions. |
| Oil filter replacement | Every 12,000 km (first at 1,000 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Replace engine oil filter. |
| Brake hose replacement | Every 48,000 km · Every 48 months | Moderate | Replace brake hose. |
| Brake fluid replacement | Every 24,000 km · Every 24 months | Moderate | Drain and replace brake fluid. |
| Master cylinder and caliper rubber parts replacement | Every 48,000 km · Every 48 months | Advanced | Replace rubber parts of brake master cylinder and caliper. |
| Spark plug replacement | Every 12,000 km | Moderate | Replace spark plugs. |
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