Page 216 of Kawasaki Motorcycles by Kawasaki USA

Revised 6-speed transmission has bushings added to 2 nd, 3 rd, and 4 th gears on the output shaft for increased durability. Fifth and 6 th gears on the transmission input shaft also ride on bushings. The ends of the shift forks are hard-chrome finished for durability. Thick base at the clutch housing fingers for increased durability. The right hand engine cover provides a separate clutch cover for quick servicing at the track without removing the water pump. Engine kill switch now attached with a waterproof coupler for more reliable connection. Single radiator mounted on the right side keeps the engine cool during long motos. New gasket material for the generator cover, water pump cover and water pump elbow are changed from paper-base to metafoam (SPCC+foam) to improve sealing. Likewise, the clutch cover gasket has been changed from a paper-base to a metal-carbon composite (SPCC+carbon sheet) material. (SPCC: Steel Plate Cold Commercial)

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