Kawasaki Z & KZ 900-1000cc Chain & Shaft Drive Motorcycle (1973-1981) Service Repair Manual Description Clymer motorcycle repair manuals are written specifically for the do-it-yourself enthusiast. From basic maintenance to troubleshooting to complete overhaul Clymer manuals provide the information you need. The most important tool in your tool box may be your Clymer manual get one today.Every Clymer manual contains hundreds of original photographs and illustrations developed from a complete disassembly and assembly of a motorcycle. This in addition to extensive research allows Clymer to achieve an unmatched level of detail accuracy and clarity.The step-by-step instructions and two-column text with large print are user-friendly. Bold figure numbers make it easy to quickly match instructions with illustrations and photos. Thumb-tabbed chapters numbered table of contents and an extensive index make it possible to locate the desired section quickly. Contents This vintage Kawasaki motorcycle manual is 384 pages. QUICK REFERENCE DATA CHAPTER ONE / GENERAL INFORMATION Manual organization / Service hints / Safety first / Expendable supplies / Shop tools / Emergency tool kit /Troubleshooting and tune-up equipment / Specifications CHAPTER TWO / TROUBLESHOOTING Starting difficulties / Poor performance / Clutch and transmission / Drive train / Chassis / Electrical system / Charging system / Lighting / Fuses / Wiring CHAPTER THREE / LUBRICATION MAINTENANCE AND TUNE-UP Scheduled maintenance / Weekly maintenance / Drive chain adjustment / Throttle adjustment/ Chain oil pump adjustment / Monthly maintenance / Six month maintenance / Tune-up / Air cleaner / Fuel system cleaning / Spark plugs / Cam chain adjustment / Air suction valves / Valve clearance / Contact points / Ignition timing / Throttle cable adjustment / Carburetors / Cylinder compression / Lubrication / Engine oil and filter / Chassis maintenance / Specifications CHAPTER FOUR / ENGINE Engine design / Break-in / Cam chain and tensioner / Camshafts / Valves / Cylinder block and pistons / Engine removal/installation / Oil pump / Crankcase / Crankshaft and cam chain / Specifications CHAPTER FIVE / CLUTCH Operation / Cable replacement / Release / Plates and hub / Specifications CHAPTER SIX / TRANSMISSION Transmission outer parts / Drive sprocket cover / Chain oil pump / Drive sprocket / Shift linkage / Front bevel drive / Transmission internal parts / Shift drum and forks / Input shaft / Output shaft / Kickstarter / Specifications CHAPTER SEVEN / FUEL AND EXHAUST SYSTEMS Fuel tank / fuel tap / Carburetors / Carburetor adjustment / Carburetor service / Accelerator pump / Air suction system / Crankcase breather / Exhaust system / Specifications CHAPTER EIGHT / BRAKES Brake fluid bleeding / Brake fluid change / Front brake pads / Front brake caliper / Rear brake pads / Rear brake caliper / Brake discs / Master cylinders / Rear drum brake / Specifications CHAPTER NINE / WHEELS AND TIRES Front wheel / Rear wheel / Wheel inspection / Tire changing / Inner tube repair / Tubeless tires / Specifications CHAPTER TEN / CHASSIS Front fork / Steering play / Steering head / Rear shock absorbers / Swing arm / Drive chain / Rear bevel drive / Drive shaft / Specifications CHAPTER ELEVEN / ELECRICAL SYSTEM Fuses / Battery / Charging system / Charging system test / Alternator / Ignition system / Spark plugs / Ignition advance / Condenser / Ignition coil / Pickup coils / IC igniter / Starting system / Starter clutch / Starter solenoid / Lighting system / Fuel gauge / Z1R circuits / Horn / ...