Target Audience:
Mechanical technicians familiar with BRP products and general automobile practices, as well as owners intending to perform maintenance and repairs.
Emphasis:
Special aspects of the KLX 250 VA, accuracy of information, enabling quality service and informed ownership.
Safety Notations:
Emphasizes specific information denoted by WARNING, CAUTION, NOTE symbols for enhanced safety and clarity.
Benefit To Owner:
Allows owners to perform maintenance and repairs themselves, saving money on labor and overhead, becoming more knowledgeable, and repairing like a professional technician.
Manual Advantage:
Provides information comparable to an authorized Kawasaki dealer service department, empowering independent repair and better ownership experience.
Engine:
Yes (including tune-ups, repair, overhaul, lubrication, fuel system, ignition, exhaust)
Transmission:
Yes (including disassembly and assembly)
Brakes:
Implied within general repair procedures, specific details not explicitly listed but expected in a full workshop manual
Ignition System:
Yes, covers ignition components and procedures.
Lubrication System:
Yes, details lubrication system components and maintenance.
Exhaust System:
Yes, covers exhaust system components and maintenance.
Fuel Delivery:
Yes, detailed coverage of the fuel system.
Chassis:
Implied through general repair and overhaul, specific chassis components would be detailed.
Suspension:
Implied through general repair and overhaul, likely includes front forks and rear shock absorber service.
Troubleshooting:
Yes (diagnostic and repair procedures)
Component Repair:
Yes (including proprietary components)
Assembly Disassembly:
Yes
Removal Installation:
Yes, provides removal and installation procedures for various components.
Engine Rebuild:
Yes, covers extensive repair involving engine disassembly.
Transmission Rebuild:
Yes, covers extensive repair involving transmission disassembly.
Wiring Diagrams:
Likely included within the electrical system section for comprehensive troubleshooting.
Depth:
Comprehensive (suitable for mechanical technicians, covering repair and overhaul, emphasizing special aspects of the product)
Special Tools:
Yes, references to specific Kawasaki KLX 250 VA special tool numbers and illustrations are included.
Diagnostic Procedures:
Detailed diagnostic and repair procedures for troubleshooting issues.
Troubleshooting Guide:
Yes, offers diagnostic and repair procedures to follow when trouble occurs.
Engine Type:
Single-cylinder, four-stroke (typical for KLX 250 series, specific details would be in manual)
Engine Displacement:
250cc class (specific displacement would be in manual)
Horsepower:
Specifics not provided, but manual covers tune-ups and performance adjustments.
Torque:
Specifics not provided, but manual covers tune-ups and performance adjustments.
System Type:
Fuel Injection (common for 2010 models, manual covers fuel system extensively)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline (expected)
Cooling Type:
Liquid-cooled (typical for KLX 250, manual would cover cooling system service)
Routine Checks:
Manual provides information and procedures for routine maintenance and servicing.
Engine Oil:
Specific oil type, viscosity, and capacity would be detailed within the manual.
Coolant:
Specific coolant type and capacity would be detailed within the manual.
Brake Fluid:
Specific brake fluid type (e.g., DOT 3, DOT 4) and bleeding procedures would be detailed within the manual.
Gear Oil:
Specific gear oil type and capacity would be detailed within the manual.
Fork Oil:
Specific fork oil type and quantity would be detailed within the manual.
Common Wear Items:
Manual would cover inspection and replacement of common wear items such as brake pads, clutch plates, and spark plugs.
Tune Up Procedures:
Yes, comprehensive tune-up information is included.
Tire Pressure:
Specifications for tire pressure would be present in the manual.
Chain Maintenance:
Procedures for cleaning, lubricating, and adjusting the drive chain would be covered.
Valve Clearance:
Procedures for checking and adjusting valve clearance would be included.
Air Filter Service:
Procedures for inspecting and cleaning/replacing the air filter would be covered.