Assembly Instructions
Description:
Tachometer, Bar Clamp Model:
VN900 B, D/ VN2000 E, F
30 min
Part-Number:
K53020-381
Approximate
Assembly Time:
Before you begin installation, read through the installation instructions and check to be sure all parts are
present.
If you are in doubt as to any part of the installation, please ask your authorized Kawasaki dealer to complete the
installation. Please note that Kawasaki cannot assume any responsibility for damage resulting from incorrect
installation.
Parts List
Description
Tools Required:
Seq.
Part Number
K53020-381
Qty.
1
Tachometer
Assembly
Quick Splice
Connector, Blue
4” Zip ties
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Cross-point screwdriver
1.
2.
3.
Small flat blade screwdriver
Wire connector crimping pliers
8mm Hex Socket 3/8“ drive
Ft.lb. torque wrench
99-0615
99-0605
1
3
(Range minimum: 20 Ft lbs)
22 Gauge Ring
Terminal
4.
TBD
1
(VN2000 only)
Installation Instructions
Tachometer Installation Preparation
Parts Removal
•
Refer to the Service manual for specific information in removing
the bar clamp components if further instruction is needed.
NOTICE
It is recommended that you
have an assistant stabilize the
handlebars at this point to
prevent the handlebars from
moving away from the original
position and possibly causing
damage to the fuel tank
•
Remove the two screws holding the headlight assembly and
carefully disconnect the 3-pin connector on the back of the
headlight reflector to remove the headlight, set it aside for now.
•
•
Remove the left side coil cover to expose the ignition coils.
Remove the four chrome handlebar clamp caps and bolts and the
two clamps, being careful not to move the handlebars, see side
note.
Install Tachometer
Punch mark
aligned with
top surface
of lower
•
Apply 2-stroke oil to the threads of the clamp bolts. Place the
tachometer onto the handlebar clamp area and reinstall the four
bolts. Make sure the handlebar punch mark aligns with the lower
mating surface of the bar clamp at the rear edge. Tighten the front
clamp bolts first, and then the rear bolts.
clamp
Tighten the bolts to 34 Nm (25 Ft-lbs)
NOTE:
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There will be a small gap at the back of the clamp.
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