Easy fix for all those issues, buy a 2006 B6 model instead 
Seeking for issues list of A1
Hello guys! I'm going to order ZX12R A1 2000 from Japan BDS in February. I also know this version has several illnesses. Could you please enumerate all of them? As far as I understood, here are some of them:
1. Oil leak (leaking from crankcase). Sealant doesn't help. Don't know how to workaround.
2. Engine overheating. I suspect I need to attach an extra blower or change existing one with huge Audi blower. Right?
3. Weak clutch basket. I suspect I mustn't reach high RPMs on 1st and 2nd gears. Right?
4. The most terrible problem: oil pushing through alternator startor wires so motorcycle can be burned. Don't know how to workaround.
Please add some more points if exist and give an advice to fix issues above. Thank you all!
1. Oil leak (leaking from crankcase). Sealant doesn't help. Don't know how to workaround.
2. Engine overheating. I suspect I need to attach an extra blower or change existing one with huge Audi blower. Right?
3. Weak clutch basket. I suspect I mustn't reach high RPMs on 1st and 2nd gears. Right?
4. The most terrible problem: oil pushing through alternator startor wires so motorcycle can be burned. Don't know how to workaround.
Please add some more points if exist and give an advice to fix issues above. Thank you all!
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I don't need "B" version because it's ugly. I just need "A" one.Easy fix for all those issues, buy a 2006 B6 model instead
I own a 2003 Kawasaki Ninja ZX12R and had to replace the head gasket. (Problem 1 solved). I live in Southern California and have only come close to overheating while riding in the desert, but stopped for “Refreshments” and she cooled off nicely. Problem 3 was solved by switching to AmsOil 100 %Full Synthetic Metric Motorcycle Oil SAE 10W-40. A little expensive, but well worth it. Must coat the clutch better. I think it will solve Problem 4 as well. I absolutely LOVE my ZX12R. Superb power when needed, great handling and has a look like it’s going to kick your ass (And WILL).Hello guys! I'm going to order ZX12R A1 2000 from Japan BDS in February. I also know this version has several illnesses. Could you please enumerate all of them? As far as I understood, here are some of them: 1. Oil leak (leaking from crankcase). Sealant doesn't help. Don't know how to workaround. 2. Engine overheating. I suspect I need to attach an extra blower or change existing one with huge Audi blower. Right? 3. Weak clutch basket. I suspect I mustn't reach high RPMs on 1st and 2nd gears. Right? 4. The most terrible problem: oil pushing through alternator startor wires so motorcycle can be burned. Don't know how to workaround. Please add some more points if exist and give an advice to fix issues above. Thank you all!
I own a 2003 Kawasaki Ninja ZX12R and had to replace the head gasket. (Problem 1 solved). I live in Southern California and have only come close to overheating while riding in the desert, but stopped for “Refreshments” and she cooled off nicely. Problem 3 was solved by switching to AmsOil 100 %Full Synthetic Metric Motorcycle Oil SAE 10W-40. A little expensive, but well worth it. Must coat the clutch better. I think it will solve Problem 4 as well. I absolutely LOVE my ZX12R. Superb power when needed, great handling and has a look like it’s going to kick your ass (And WILL).Hello guys! I'm going to order ZX12R A1 2000 from Japan BDS in February. I also know this version has several illnesses. Could you please enumerate all of them? As far as I understood, here are some of them:
1. Oil leak (leaking from crankcase). Sealant doesn't help. Don't know how to workaround.
2. Engine overheating. I suspect I need to attach an extra blower or change existing one with huge Audi blower. Right?
3. Weak clutch basket. I suspect I mustn't reach high RPMs on 1st and 2nd gears. Right?
4. The most terrible problem: oil pushing through alternator startor wires so motorcycle can be burned. Don't know how to workaround.
Please add some more points if exist and give an advice to fix issues above. Thank you all!
Thanks bro! I'll write down all your advises in exercise book. However, I'm still waiting for another, maybe alternative solutions, to get the complete picture of TODO LIST. The topic is still relevant.I own a 2003 Kawasaki Ninja ZX12R and had to replace the head gasket. (Problem 1 solved). I live in Southern California and have only come close to overheating while riding in the desert, but stopped for “Refreshments” and she cooled off nicely. Problem 3 was solved by switching to AmsOil 100 %Full Synthetic Metric Motorcycle Oil SAE 10W-40. A little expensive, but well worth it. Must coat the clutch better. I think it will solve Problem 4 as well. I absolutely LOVE my ZX12R. Superb power when needed, great handling and has a look like it’s going to kick your ass (And WILL).
Good luck my friend and happy riding…Thanks bro! I'll write down all your advises in exercise book. However, I'm still waiting for another, maybe alternative solutions, to get the complete picture of TODO LIST. The topic is still relevant.
Eric
Simply specified, "Hello, oil leakage from under the valve cover is treated with a good sealant, I used VICTOR REINZ. And most importantly, do not overtighten the bolts of this cap, this is also very important. About the oil that presses on the wires, everything is also solved, between the driver's and passenger's seats you need to break the insulation and wrap it with electrical tape, then the oil will come out there and will not get into the regulator relay. I won't say anything about the basket."Привет, подтекание масла из под клапанной крышки лечится герметиком хорошим, я использовал VICTOR REINZ. А главное не перетягивать болты этой крыжки, это тоже очень важно. Про масло которое давит по проводам тоже все решаемо, между сидением водителя и пассажира нужно нарушить изоляцию и замотать изолентой, тогда масло будет выходить там и не попадет в реле регулятор. Про корзину ничего не скажу
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Hi kaiju. I fix the oil leaking. Just buy all new oem gaskets. All were 100 bucks. O ring on the bolts, and sparks and the gasket. The problem with recifier is easy. Cut the rubber at the exit of the stator and fill it with victor reinz and leave a litte space of it and the cable cover if there is any oil to leak there. I try to put fans from b modell turn them around but still not enough.
Thanks!Hi kaiju. I fix the oil leaking. Just buy all new oem gaskets. All were 100 bucks. O ring on the bolts, and sparks and the gasket. The problem with recifier is easy. Cut the rubber at the exit of the stator and fill it with victor reinz and leave a litte space of it and the cable cover if there is any oil to leak there. I try to put fans from b modell turn them around but still not enough.
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