Balancer idler lever failure. Found it broken in my engine while performing maintenance. This would lead to engine seizure and a possible lost of vehicle control if left unchecked. I have since replaced with higher quality component.
The worst 1997 Kawasaki Kawasaki problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Suspension2
- Acceleration1
- Engine1
- Transmission1
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- Suspension2
- Acceleration1
- Engine1
- Transmission1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 1997 Kawasaki Kawasaki owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Possible design flaw of front wheel bearings experienced failure.
While in second gear and hand on the brake the motorcycle began to accelerate to a higher rate of speed.
The vibration from the motorcycle rattled the bolts loose that hold the speedometer/odmeter, and the made cable move freely. Problem has not been corrected. Model- kl250-d14.
When motorcycle is running and on it's side stand (kickstand), the vibration causes it to fall over on its side.
Rear pinion and ring gear failure. .
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Questions about the 1997 Kawasaki Kawasaki
Is the 1997 Kawasaki Kawasaki reliable?
Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 1997 Kawasaki Kawasaki, fewer than a typical Kawasaki model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 Kawasaki Kawasaki?
Suspension, with 2 complaints. Next is acceleration (1).
How many recalls does the 1997 Kawasaki Kawasaki have?
No recalls on record.
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