Where is the kipass switch on a Kawasaki Concours 14?
The KIPASS is activated by a microswitch under the 9’Oclock position of the ring under the ignition. Gentle prodding with a small narrow screwdriver and some electrical contact cleaner and 3in1 can free the microswitch, allowing the KIPASS switch top hat to activated without bashing it in.
When did Kawasaki fix heat issue on Concours 14?
Owners have complained for years about the heat issue on the Concours 14, and Kawasaki took action. While pre-2010 models were especially prone to the heat issue, in 2010, Kawasaki fixed the Concours 14 up by adding foam in the heating area.
How big is the fuel tank on a Kawasaki Concours 14?
The Manufacturer’s decision to downsize the fuel capacity turns off most prospective buyers looking for touring bikes. The Concours 14 features a 5.8-gallon fuel tank, a hefty tank, but almost 2 gallons smaller than the older model. Still, there’s an upside.
What does the kipass do on a Kawasaki GTR?
KIPASS is an immobilizer system installed on the bike’s keys. The system allows communication between the bike’s Electronic Computer Unit (ECU) and the head of the ignition key in short radio waves back and forth. If the head of the key and the ECU somehow fail to communicate, the system malfunctions.
The KIPASS is activated by a microswitch under the 9’Oclock position of the ring under the ignition. Gentle prodding with a small narrow screwdriver and some electrical contact cleaner and 3in1 can free the microswitch, allowing the KIPASS switch top hat to activated without bashing it in.
Why is there no power when the key is turned?
When that dead/dying battery was in place, the lights would power on dimly while the key was on, and I would hear a clicking sound while trying to start it, but it would not turn over. The battery was tested and needed to be replaced. Now, with a new battery that has been tested to be good, I don’t get any electrical power when turning the key.
Are there any problems with the Kawasaki Concours 14?
Kawasaki KIPASS Failures The Kipass (Kawasaki Intelligent Proximity Activation Start System) issue is actually the biggest and most concerning of all the problems on the Kawasaki Concours 14. Kipass problems on this bike can range from minor functional issues all the way to the bike being completely unusable.
Why does my ATV have no power when I turn the key?
When I installed the new battery, I didn’t noticed that there were two positive cables that need to be connected to the positive terminal. One of them had slipped back into the boot, and I only connected the other one. This is why the ATV had no power at all when I was turning the key.
Why is the gas cap stuck on my Kawasaki motorcycle?
Gas Tank Won’t Unlock Gas Cap Stuck On Kawasaki Motorcycle. Some times its not just a key and lock issue when involving a gas cap. There was no issue witht he lock or key. The latches had corroded and frozen in the locked position. There was no other option accept to forc the cap open.
KIPASS is an immobilizer system installed on the bike’s keys. The system allows communication between the bike’s Electronic Computer Unit (ECU) and the head of the ignition key in short radio waves back and forth. If the head of the key and the ECU somehow fail to communicate, the system malfunctions.