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ER-6f (649 cc)

Library entry covers 2006-2017

50 factory 29 guideline

Published source

Kawasaki 2006 Ninja 650R EX650A Owner's Manual 99987-1333 (US, English), Periodic Maintenance Chart pp.72-81

Factory owner's handbook. Covers EX650A (2006 Ninja 650R, the US name for the ER-6f, 649 cc twin); 2006 US owner's manual 99987-1333, English. Three-part chart: 1. Periodic Inspection (Engine Related Items) and 2. Periodic Inspection (Chassis Related Items) with columns 1/6/12/18/24/30/36 x 1000 km (0.6/4/7.5/12/15/20/24 x 1000 mile); 3. Periodic Replacement with columns 1/12/24/36/48 x 1000 km (0.6/7.5/15/24/30 x 1000 mile); each with an Every column, whichever comes first; *: for higher odometer readings, repeat at the frequency interval established here. K = should be serviced by an authorized Kawasaki dealer; # = severe conditions; (e) = emission related item. Catalog row 2006-2017; this manual covers the 2006 EX650A. Liquid cooled, fuel injected, chain final drive.

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79 items for a 2014 model, grouped by interval the way a factory chart is laid out.

How this bike is built (what the schedule is based on)

Engine cycle: Four-stroke
Engine lubrication: Wet sump (oil in crankcase)
Oil filtration: Replaceable cartridge or spin-on filter
Valve gear: Overhead cam, shim adjusted (incl. desmo)
Ignition: Electronic (CDI / transistor / ECU)
Charging: Alternator / stator with rectifier
Battery: Wet cell (flooded lead-acid, needs topping up)
Fuel system: Fuel injection
Cooling: Liquid cooled
Primary drive: Gear or chain inside engine, shares engine oil
Gearbox oil: Shares engine oil
Clutch control: Hand lever, cable
Final drive: Chain
Front suspension: Telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Swingarm, single shock / cantilever
Front brake: Disc, hydraulic
Rear brake: Disc, hydraulic
Wheels: Cast / alloy, tubeless
Sidecar: No sidecar

Maintenance schedule

2014 Kawasaki ER-6f (649 cc)

On the road: every 200 mi

1 item

Check engine oil level

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

Each fuel stop on old machines. Dry sump: check the tank hot, engine idling or just stopped, per your manual.

On the road: every 300 mi

3 items

Check lights, horn, brake light switches

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline
Check tire pressures

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline
Lubricate drive chain

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

Lube warm, ideally at the end of the riding day so it soaks in overnight. Sooner after rain.

On the road: every 500 mi

1 item

Check coolant level

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

On the road: every 600 mi

1 item

Check chain slack and rear wheel alignment

Pre-ride / on the road

Guideline

Every 400 mi

1 item

Clean drive chain thoroughly (remove and soak, re-lube)

Final drive

Factory

Manual: Drive chain lubrication condition - inspect. Factory: printed as text: every 600 km (400 mile); #: service more frequently when operating in severe conditions: dusty, wet, muddy, high speed, or frequent starting/stopping (p.75)

Every 600 mi

1 item

Drive chain slack - inspect

Final drive

Factory

Factory: printed as text: every 1,000 km (600 mile); #: service more frequently when operating in severe conditions: dusty, wet, muddy, high speed, or frequent starting/stopping (p.75)

Every 3,000 mi or 12 months

4 items

Inspect chain and sprockets for wear (measure stretch)

Final drive

Guideline
Inspect fork seals, stanchions and fork boots

Front end

Guideline
Check footrests, pegs, rear brake and gear lever pivots

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Grease and check center / side stand and springs

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline

Every 4,000 mi or 6 months

1 item

Brake fluid level - inspect

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Every column: 6 months; marked at 1,000, 6,000, 12,000, 18,000, 24,000, 30,000, 36,000 km (600, 4,000, 7,500, 12,000, 15,000, 20,000, 24,000 mile); initial at 1,000 km, then every 6,000 km (4,000 mile) (p.77)

Every 4,000 mi or 12 months

5 items

Inspect, clean and gap spark plugs

Engine

Guideline
Brake fluid leak - inspect

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Every column: year; marked at 1,000, 6,000, 12,000, 18,000, 24,000, 30,000, 36,000 km (600, 4,000, 7,500, 12,000, 15,000, 20,000, 24,000 mile); initial at 1,000 km, then every 6,000 km (4,000 mile) (p.76)
Brake hose installation condition - inspect

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Every column: year; marked at 1,000, 6,000, 12,000, 18,000, 24,000, 30,000, 36,000 km (600, 4,000, 7,500, 12,000, 15,000, 20,000, 24,000 mile); initial at 1,000 km, then every 6,000 km (4,000 mile) (p.76)
Brake hoses damage - inspect

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Every column: year; marked at 1,000, 6,000, 12,000, 18,000, 24,000, 30,000, 36,000 km (600, 4,000, 7,500, 12,000, 15,000, 20,000, 24,000 mile); initial at 1,000 km, then every 6,000 km (4,000 mile) (p.76)
Brake operation (effectiveness, play, drag) - inspect

Brakes

Factory

Factory: Every column: year; marked at 1,000, 6,000, 12,000, 18,000, 24,000, 30,000, 36,000 km (600, 4,000, 7,500, 12,000, 15,000, 20,000, 24,000 mile); initial at 1,000 km, then every 6,000 km (4,000 mile) (p.77)

Every 4,000 mi

3 items

Brake light switch operation - inspect

Brakes

Factory

Factory: marked at 1,000, 6,000, 12,000, 18,000, 24,000, 30,000, 36,000 km (600, 4,000, 7,500, 12,000, 15,000, 20,000, 24,000 mile); initial at 1,000 km, then every 6,000 km (4,000 mile) (p.77)
Check brake pads and discs

Brakes

Factory

Manual: Brake pad wear - inspect. Factory: marked at 6,000, 12,000, 18,000, 24,000, 30,000, 36,000 km (4,000, 7,500, 12,000, 15,000, 20,000, 24,000 mile); spacing 6,000 km (4,000 mile); #: service more frequently when operating in severe conditions: dusty, wet, muddy, high speed, or frequent starting/stopping (p.76)
Evaporative emission control system - function (California model only)

Controls and cables

Factory

Factory: marked at 6,000, 12,000, 18,000, 24,000, 30,000, 36,000 km (4,000, 7,500, 12,000, 15,000, 20,000, 24,000 mile); spacing 6,000 km (4,000 mile); *D: California model only; (e): emission related item (p.74)

Every 6,000 mi or 12 months

6 items

Change engine oil

Engine

Factory

Manual: Engine oil. Factory: Every column: year; marked at 1,000, 12,000, 24,000, 36,000, 48,000 km (600, 7,500, 15,000, 24,000, 30,000 mile); initial at 1,000 km, then every 12,000 km (6,000 mile); #: service more frequently when operating in severe conditions: dusty, wet, muddy, high speed, or frequent starting/stopping (p.80)
Replace oil filter

Engine

Factory

Manual: Oil filter. Factory: Every column: year; marked at 1,000, 12,000, 24,000, 36,000, 48,000 km (600, 7,500, 15,000, 24,000, 30,000 mile); initial at 1,000 km, then every 12,000 km (6,000 mile) (p.80)
Check charging voltage and regulator / cut-out

Ignition and electrics

Guideline
Check swingarm bushes for play

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Lubricate control cables and lever pivots

Controls and cables

Guideline
Lubricate speedometer / tachometer cables, check drive

Controls and cables

Guideline

A dry speedo cable whips the needle and eventually kills the instrument.

Every 6,000 mi

1 item

Replace spark plugs

Engine

Factory

Manual: Spark plug. Factory: marked at 12,000, 24,000, 36,000, 48,000 km (7,500, 15,000, 24,000, 30,000 mile); spacing 12,000 km (6,000 mile); (e): emission related item (p.80)

Every 9,000 mi or 12 months

16 items

Chassis parts - lubricate

Engine

Factory

Factory: K: should be serviced by an authorized Kawasaki dealer; Every column: year; marked at 12,000, 24,000, 36,000 km (7,500, 15,000, 24,000 mile); spacing 12,000 km (9,000 mile) (p.79)
Coolant leak - inspect

Engine

Factory

Factory: Every column: year; marked at 1,000, 12,000, 24,000, 36,000 km (600, 7,500, 15,000, 24,000 mile); initial at 1,000 km, then every 12,000 km (9,000 mile) (p.73)
Engine stop switch operation - inspect

Engine

Factory

Factory: Every column: year; marked at 12,000, 24,000, 36,000 km (7,500, 15,000, 24,000 mile); spacing 12,000 km (9,000 mile) (p.78)
Headlight aiming - inspect

Engine

Factory

Factory: Every column: year; marked at 12,000, 24,000, 36,000 km (7,500, 15,000, 24,000 mile); spacing 12,000 km (9,000 mile) (p.78)
Inspect coolant hoses and clamps

Engine

Factory

Manual: Radiator hose damage - inspect. Factory: Every column: year; marked at 1,000, 12,000, 24,000, 36,000 km (600, 7,500, 15,000, 24,000 mile); initial at 1,000 km, then every 12,000 km (9,000 mile) (p.73)
Lights and switches operation - inspect

Engine

Factory

Factory: Every column: year; marked at 12,000, 24,000, 36,000 km (7,500, 15,000, 24,000 mile); spacing 12,000 km (9,000 mile) (p.78)
Radiator hoses installation condition - inspect

Engine

Factory

Factory: Every column: year; marked at 1,000, 12,000, 24,000, 36,000 km (600, 7,500, 15,000, 24,000 mile); initial at 1,000 km, then every 12,000 km (9,000 mile) (p.73)
Check throttle cable(s) free play and return

Fuel and air

Factory

Manual: Throttle control system (play, smooth return, no drag) - inspect. Factory: Every column: year; marked at 1,000, 12,000, 24,000, 36,000 km (600, 7,500, 15,000, 24,000 mile); initial at 1,000 km, then every 12,000 km (9,000 mile); (e): emission related item (p.72)
Fuel hoses damage - inspect

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: K: should be serviced by an authorized Kawasaki dealer; Every column: year; marked at 1,000, 12,000, 24,000, 36,000 km (600, 7,500, 15,000, 24,000 mile); initial at 1,000 km, then every 12,000 km (9,000 mile) (p.73)
Fuel hoses installation condition - inspect

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: K: should be serviced by an authorized Kawasaki dealer; Every column: year; marked at 1,000, 12,000, 24,000, 36,000 km (600, 7,500, 15,000, 24,000 mile); initial at 1,000 km, then every 12,000 km (9,000 mile) (p.73)
Fuel leak (fuel hose and pipe) - inspect

Fuel and air

Factory

Factory: K: should be serviced by an authorized Kawasaki dealer; Every column: year; marked at 1,000, 12,000, 24,000, 36,000 km (600, 7,500, 15,000, 24,000 mile); initial at 1,000 km, then every 12,000 km (9,000 mile) (p.72)
Check steering head bearing adjustment

Front end

Factory

Manual: Steering play - inspect. Factory: K: should be serviced by an authorized Kawasaki dealer; Every column: year; marked at 1,000, 12,000, 24,000, 36,000 km (600, 7,500, 15,000, 24,000 mile); initial at 1,000 km, then every 12,000 km (9,000 mile) (p.78)
Inspect rear shocks for leaks and damping

Rear suspension and frame

Factory

Manual: Front forks/rear shock absorber oil leak - inspect. Factory: Every column: year; marked at 12,000, 24,000, 36,000 km (7,500, 15,000, 24,000 mile); spacing 12,000 km (9,000 mile) (p.77)
Side stand switch operation - inspect

Rear suspension and frame

Factory

Factory: Every column: year; marked at 12,000, 24,000, 36,000 km (7,500, 15,000, 24,000 mile); spacing 12,000 km (9,000 mile) (p.78)
Check wheel bearings for play

Wheels and tires

Factory

Manual: Wheel bearings damage - inspect. Factory: K: should be serviced by an authorized Kawasaki dealer; Every column: year; marked at 12,000, 24,000, 36,000 km (7,500, 15,000, 24,000 mile); spacing 12,000 km (9,000 mile) (p.76)
Tire air pressure - inspect

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: Every column: year; marked at 12,000, 24,000, 36,000 km (7,500, 15,000, 24,000 mile); spacing 12,000 km (9,000 mile) (p.75)

Every 9,000 mi

12 items

Air suction system damage - inspect

Engine

Factory

Factory: marked at 12,000, 24,000, 36,000 km (7,500, 15,000, 24,000 mile); spacing 12,000 km (9,000 mile); (e): emission related item (p.74)
Bolts and nuts tightness - inspect

Engine

Factory

Factory: K: should be serviced by an authorized Kawasaki dealer; marked at 1,000, 12,000, 24,000, 36,000 km (600, 7,500, 15,000, 24,000 mile); initial at 1,000 km, then every 12,000 km (9,000 mile) (p.79)
Coolant level - inspect

Engine

Factory

Factory: marked at 1,000, 12,000, 24,000, 36,000 km (600, 7,500, 15,000, 24,000 mile); initial at 1,000 km, then every 12,000 km (9,000 mile); no Every entry (p.73)
Idle speed - inspect

Engine

Factory

Factory: marked at 1,000, 12,000, 24,000, 36,000 km (600, 7,500, 15,000, 24,000 mile); initial at 1,000 km, then every 12,000 km (9,000 mile); (e): emission related item (p.72)
Clean / inspect air filter

Fuel and air

Factory

Manual: Air cleaner element - clean. Factory: marked at 12,000, 24,000, 36,000 km (7,500, 15,000, 24,000 mile); spacing 12,000 km (9,000 mile); (e): emission related item (p.72)
Synchronize throttle bodies

Fuel and air

Factory

Manual: Engine vacuum synchronization - inspect. Factory: marked at 12,000, 24,000, 36,000 km (7,500, 15,000, 24,000 mile); spacing 12,000 km (9,000 mile); (e): emission related item (p.72)
Adjust clutch free play, lubricate cable and lever pivot

Primary and gearbox

Factory

Manual: Clutch operation (play, engagement, disengagement) - inspect. Factory: K: should be serviced by an authorized Kawasaki dealer; marked at 1,000, 12,000, 24,000, 36,000 km (600, 7,500, 15,000, 24,000 mile); initial at 1,000 km, then every 12,000 km (9,000 mile) (p.75)
Drive chain guide wear - inspect

Final drive

Factory

Factory: K: should be serviced by an authorized Kawasaki dealer; marked at 12,000, 24,000, 36,000 km (7,500, 15,000, 24,000 mile); spacing 12,000 km (9,000 mile) (p.75)
Drive chain wear - inspect

Final drive

Factory

Factory: marked at 12,000, 24,000, 36,000 km (7,500, 15,000, 24,000 mile); spacing 12,000 km (9,000 mile); #: service more frequently when operating in severe conditions: dusty, wet, muddy, high speed, or frequent starting/stopping (p.75)
Front forks/rear shock absorber operation (damping and smooth stroke) - inspect

Front end

Factory

Factory: marked at 12,000, 24,000, 36,000 km (7,500, 15,000, 24,000 mile); spacing 12,000 km (9,000 mile) (p.77)
Inspect tire tread, sidewalls and date codes

Wheels and tires

Factory

Manual: Tire tread wear, abnormal wear - inspect. Factory: marked at 12,000, 24,000, 36,000 km (7,500, 15,000, 24,000 mile); spacing 12,000 km (9,000 mile) (p.76)
Wheels/tires damage - inspect

Wheels and tires

Factory

Factory: marked at 12,000, 24,000, 36,000 km (7,500, 15,000, 24,000 mile); spacing 12,000 km (9,000 mile) (p.76)

Every 10,000 mi or 2 years

1 item

Compression test (or leak-down)

Engine

Guideline

Every 12,000 mi or 2 years

2 items

Clean and grease rear suspension linkage

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline
Grease swingarm pivot

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline

Every 15,000 mi or 2 years

2 items

Repack / replace steering head bearings

Front end

Factory

Manual: Steering stem bearings - lubricate. Factory: K: should be serviced by an authorized Kawasaki dealer; Every column: 2 years; marked at 24,000 km (15,000 mile); single mark (p.78)
Replace brake fluid

Brakes

Factory

Manual: Brake fluid (front and rear). Factory: K: should be serviced by an authorized Kawasaki dealer; Every column: 2 years; marked at 24,000, 48,000 km (15,000, 30,000 mile); spacing 24,000 km (15,000 mile) (p.80)

Every 15,000 mi or 3 years

1 item

Change fork oil

Front end

Guideline

Some early telescopic forks are grease filled or use very small oil quantities. Check your manual.

Every 15,000 mi or 4 years

1 item

Check valve clearances (shim adjusted)

Engine

Guideline

Every 15,000 mi

1 item

Check and adjust valve clearances

Engine

Factory

Manual: Valve clearance - inspect. Factory: marked at 24,000 km (15,000 mile); single mark; (e): emission related item (p.72)

Every 18,000 mi

1 item

Replace chain and sprockets (wear based)

Final drive

Guideline

Every 20,000 mi or 4 years

1 item

Repack / replace wheel bearings

Wheels and tires

Guideline

Cup-and-cone and taper roller hubs need periodic repacking and adjustment.

Every 24,000 mi or 3 years

2 items

Radiator hoses and O-rings

Engine

Factory

Factory: K: should be serviced by an authorized Kawasaki dealer; Every column: 3 years; marked at 36,000 km (24,000 mile); single mark (p.80)
Replace coolant

Engine

Factory

Manual: Coolant. Factory: K: should be serviced by an authorized Kawasaki dealer; Every column: 3 years; marked at 36,000 km (24,000 mile); single mark (p.80)

Every 24,000 mi or 4 years

1 item

Replace fuel filter

Fuel and air

Guideline

Every 25,000 mi or 6 years

1 item

Replace swingarm bushes / bearings

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline

Every 30,000 mi or 4 years

3 items

Replace fuel lines

Fuel and air

Factory

Manual: Fuel hoses. Factory: K: should be serviced by an authorized Kawasaki dealer; Every column: 4 year; marked at 48,000 km (30,000 mile); single mark; Every column printed as '4 year' (p.80)
Inspect brake hoses; replace old rubber

Brakes

Factory

Manual: Brake hoses. Factory: K: should be serviced by an authorized Kawasaki dealer; Every column: 4 years; marked at 48,000 km (30,000 mile); single mark (p.80)
Rebuild calipers and master cylinders (seals)

Brakes

Factory

Manual: Rubber parts of master cylinder and caliper. Factory: K: should be serviced by an authorized Kawasaki dealer; Every column: 4 years; marked at 48,000 km (30,000 mile); single mark (p.80)

Every 30,000 mi or 6 years

1 item

Rebuild forks: seals, bushes, springs

Front end

Guideline

Every 6 months

1 item

Clean battery terminals, check charge and strap

Ignition and electrics

Guideline

Every 2 years

3 items

Replace air filter element

Fuel and air

Factory

Manual: Air cleaner element. Factory: Every column: 2 year; no odometer marks; #: service more frequently when operating in severe conditions: dusty, wet, muddy, high speed, or frequent starting/stopping; (e): emission related item; Every column printed as '2 year' (p.80)
Inspect wiring, bullet connectors and ground points

Ignition and electrics

Guideline
Inspect frame, welds and lugs for cracks

Rear suspension and frame

Guideline

Every 6 years

1 item

Replace tires on age (regardless of tread)

Wheels and tires

Guideline

Guideline lines: Intervals here are general guidelines for the machine's era and layout, compiled for this app. They are not factory manual figures. Check your workshop manual, and edit any interval in the bike's Schedule tab.