Cleaning your KZ200 Binter Merzy

Cleaning your KZ200 Binter Merzy

Preparation for washing

· Before washing, precautions must be taken to keep water off following parts:

Rear opening of the mufflers.....Cover with plastics bags secured with rubber bands.

Clutch and brake lavers, switch housing on the handlebar....Cover with plastics bags.

Ignition switch..........Cover the keyhole with tape.

Air cleaner intake..........Close up the openings with tape, or stuff with rags.

Where to be careful

· Avoid spraying water with any great force near the following places :

Speedometer and tachometer

Disc brake caliper

Under the fuel tank and the seat

If water gets into the ignition coils or into the spark plug cup, the spark will jump through the water and be grounded out. When this happens, the motorcycle will not start and the effect part must be wiped dry.

After washing

· Remove the plastics bags and tape, and clean the air cleaner intake.

· Lubricate the points listed in the Lubrication section.

· Test the brakes before motorcycle operation.

· Start the engine and run it for 5 minutes.

WARNING :

Never wax or lubricate the brake disc. Loss of braking and an accident could result. Clean the disc with an oil-less solvent such as trichloroethylene or acetone. Observe the solvent manufacturer's warning.

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History of Binter Merzy KZ200

Binter Merzy KZ200 is one of motorbike which produced by Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Japan. Motorcycle division. Circulating in Indonesia by using local brand name of Binter.

Name of Binter is abbreviation of Gold star, that is this motorbike distributor corporate name.
This brand is used last in the year 1984 when Kawasaki in Indonesia close the effort him.
Till new motorbike of Kawasaki later reopen the effort him in Indonesia but shall no longer use brand “ Binter”.

Product of Binter :

1. Binter Joy, (motorbike parrot which later brand “Joy” still used by Kawasaki Indonesia, pass motor of blitz joy 125 ). Binter Joy is motorbike parrot most sophisticated in the class of moment 1982 because have used transmission 4 speed of automatic. Where as producer which was other. Honda for example in Indonesia new release motorbike parrot class of super cup 700 which still use transmission 3 speed and suspensi conventional for next wheel.
2. Binter AR it is the sport motorbike of touring, shophicasted class of moment. Completed radiator and monoshock.

3. Binter Merzy KZ200, is middle-weight motorbike, 200 cc have single cylinder, biggest formal mass production motorbike of engine capacities in Indonesia until Suzuki Thunder 250 cc launched. This motor become favorite to be modified to become motor form of chopper Harley Davidson ala, and hitherto still many of his devotees.
4. Binter GTO is motorbike 2 stroke, class with Suzuki GP 100 and Yamaha RX 100.

Binter Merzy KZ200 is middle-weight motorbike mechanically 200 single cylinder cc. This motor is mass motorbike biggest opening engine capacities of in Indonesia in the year 1980-an.

First production started from year 1980 last till year 1984. During a period of production have experienced of several times changes of model. In the year 1984 before closed, Binter release last model , with appearance more sporty or which is is ordinary to be referred as by tank new merzy.

Since first version [released] that is in the year 1980 up to last version, Binter Merzy KZ200 have experienced of several times innovate for example completed him of system ignition of conventional system to CDI system ( Capasitive Discharge Ignition) or Ignition of Electronic so that ignition become more constant and not need tuning of routine ignition as does if using conventional ignition system.

Binter Merzy KZ200 which still use conventional ignition system is Binter Merzy output among year 1980 – 1982. While output of year 1983 early until Binter closed by year 1984 have used system ignition of CDI.

Binter Merzy which have used CDI is often referred as by Binter Merzy CDI. While Binter Merzy CDI there is two variant that is which still use tank classic ( output 1983 early) and variant of new tank ( Merzy Cobra) year-end output 1983 up to Binter closed around year 1984.

Other Innovation at Binter Merzy CDI is added him silencer of vibration at engine ( Engine Balancer) with aim to lessen machine vibration especially when high rpm.

Besides at that moment by the producer of that is Kawasaki Heavy Industries Japan, engine of Binter Merzy CDI also have been designed to be boosted up the engine capacities of becoming 250 cc. But because governmental regulation of Indonesia which at that moment still not yet permitted motorbike with engine capacities more than 200 cc mill about in Indonesia public road hence the plan nothing doing executed.

With existence of some innovation which have been done/conducted to Binter Merzy CDI, it is not strange if hitherto the marketing price of costlier even also compared to Binter Merzy non CDI. More Than Anything Else Binter Merzy CDI new tank or the of Merzy Cobra population not too much or limited so that become wanted all devotees of Binter Merzy.

Require to be paid attention that these days many Binter Merzy outputs of year 1980-1982 but have used system ignition of CDI. That thing validate just validity. Merely one matter which need in view of system ignition of CDI attached at Binter Merzy output of year 1980-1982 is not original but only modification fanatical devotee of Binter Merzy.

This motor become favorite to be modified to become motorbike form of chopper Harley Davidson ala and hitherto still many of his devotees.

Stopping your KZ200 in an Emergency

Stopping your KZ200 in an Emergency

Your Binter Merzy Kawasaki KZ200 Motorcycle has been designed and manufactured to provide you optimum safety and convenience. However, in order to fully benefit from Kawasaki's safety engineering and craftsmanship, it is essential that you, the owner and operator.

Improper maintenance and insufficient riding skills can create a dangerous situation known as throttle failure. Two of the most common causes of throttle failure are :

1. During removal of the air cleaner by the owner, dirt is allowed to enter and jam carburetor.

2. A novice may forget which direction the throttle rotates; then jerk the throttle wide open thinking he has shut is off; panic when machine accelerates suddenly instead of slowing down; and "freeze", holding the throttle wide open.

Kawasaki has provided an engine stop switch or button on all its motorcycles which may be used to safely stop your motorcycle in an emergency. Alternatively, your motorcycle may be stopped by applying the brakes and disengaging the clutch. If the engine stop switch is used, turn off the ignition switch after stopping the motorcycle

Tips to Storage your KZ200 at Winter Season

Tips to storage your KZ200 at Winter Season


When the motorcycle is to be stored for any length of time, such as during the winter season, it should be prepared for storage as follows:

· Clean the entire vehicle thoroughly.

· Empty the fuel from the fuel tank, and empty the carburetor by unscrewing the drain screw at the float bowl. ( If left in for a long time, the fuel will break down and could clog the carburetor.)

· Remove the empty fuel tank, pour about 250 cc (0,25 ) of motor oil into the tank, roll the tank around to coat the inner surfaces thoroughly, and pour out the excess oil.
Warning Fuel is flammable and explosive under certain conditions. Performs this procedure in a well ventilated area, away from sparks or flames (smoking materials).

· Remove the spark plug and put several drops of SE class SAE 30 oil into the cylinder. Push the starter button a few seconds to coat the cylinder wall with oil, and install the spark plug.

· Reduce tire pressure by about 20%.

· Set the motorcycle on a box or stand so that both wheels are raised off the ground. ( if this cannot be done, put boards under the front and rear wheels so keep dampness away from the tire rubber.)

· Spray oil on all unpainted metal surfaces to prevent rusting. Avoid getting oil on rubber parts or in the brakes.

· Lubricate the drive chain and all the cables.

· Remove the battery, and store it where it will not be exposed to direct sunlight, moisture, or freezing temperatures. During storage it should be given a slow charge (one ampere or less) about once a month. Keep the battery well charged during cold weather so that the electrolyte does not freeze and crack open the battery. The more discharged the battery becomes, the more easily freezers.

· Tie a plastic bag over the exhaust pipe to prevent moisture from entering.

· Put a cover over the motorcycle to keep dust and dirt from collecting on it.

To put the motorcycle back into use after storage:

· Check the electrolyte level in the battery, charge the battery if necessary, and install it in the motorcycle. Be careful that the battery vent hose is not pinched and that it is routed away from the chain.

· Make sure the spark plug is tight.

· Fill the fuel tank with fuel.

Warning Fuel is flammable and explosive under certain conditions. Always fill the tank in a well ventilated area, away from sparks and flames (smoking material).

· Run the engine for about five minutes to warm the oil, and drain theion section.