2009 Kawasaki KX100 Owners Manual - Page 24

2009 Kawasaki KX100 Manual

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22 GENERAL INFORMATION j Stopping the Engine Shift the transmission into the neutral position. • After racing the engine slightly, close the throttle • completely and push the engine stop button. Break-In A brief break-in procedure must be carried out to obtain the proper operating clearances in the engine and transmission, which are necessary for performance and reliability. CAUTION For the first hour or 20 km (12 mi) of operation, run the engine at low and moderate engine speeds. See details below. NOTE żThe low-speed operation during the break-in period may cause carbon to build up on and foul the spark plug. If so, replace the standard spark plug with a hotter spark plug for the duration of the break-in period. A. Engine Stop Button • Turn the fuel tap lever to the OFF position. Recommended Spark Plug Standard Plug NGK R6252K-105 Hotter Plug NGK BR9EVX

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22
GENERAL INFORMATION
j
Stopping the Engine
Shift the transmission into the neutral position.
After racing the engine slightly, close the throttle
completely and push the engine stop button.
A. Engine Stop Button
Turn the fuel tap lever to the OFF position.
Break-In
A brief break-in procedure must be carried out to
obtain the proper operating clearances in the engine
and transmission, which are necessary for perfor-
mance and reliability.
CAUTION
For the first hour or 20 km (12 mi) of opera-
tion, run the engine at low and moderate en-
gine speeds. See details below.
NOTE
°
The low-speed operation during the break-in pe-
riod may cause carbon to build up on and foul
the spark plug. If so, replace the standard spark
plug with a hotter spark plug for the duration of the
break-in period.
Recommended Spark Plug
Standard Plug
NGK R6252K-105
Hotter Plug
NGK BR9EVX