CSR 1000 fork oil

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CSR 1000 fork oil

07 Jan 2012 21:55

Hey. I am going to change the fork seals in my 1981 KZ1000 CSR but I don't have a manual so I don't know what weight or how much oil I need. If anyone knows how much oil each fork takes it would be very helpful and appreciated, thanks.

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Re: CSR 1000 fork oil

08 Jan 2012 12:03

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81 CSR is the M1, download the Kawasaki Service manual in my signature and it should have the info for you.

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Re: CSR 1000 fork oil

08 Jan 2012 13:53

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Page 2-21 of my CSR manual says about 320cc 10w20 when changing oil and 351±4cc after dis assembly and completely dry.

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Re: CSR 1000 fork oil

08 Jan 2012 15:33

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Thanks guys, that is exactly what I needed. Glad I came to this forum.

Current Bikes:
1982 305 CSR
1980 750 LTD Twin
1981 650 CSR
1981 KZ1100

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