MOT Check for KAWASAKI GPZ500Ss

The KAWASAKI GPZ500S makes up 18,627 of the overall 1,452,461 KAWASAKI MOT test results. Select your GPZ500S model year below to find the specific problems.

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Some examples of the most common issues are:
Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling  Occurs:26 times
Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake  Occurs:26 times
Fuel system component leaking  Occurs:13 times
Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars  Occurs:20 times
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside  Occurs:59 times
Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering  Occurs:12 times
Steering movement excessively `notchy` with the wheel raised  Occurs:184 times
Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system  Occurs:18 times
Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on  Occurs:13 times
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies  Occurs:123 times
Offside Front Direction indicators not working  Occurs:13 times
Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort  Occurs:67 times
Rear suspension component loose  Occurs:11 times
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside  Occurs:59 times
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess  Occurs:110 times
Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly  Occurs:11 times
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil  Occurs:117 times
Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f)) Occurs:15 times
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working  Occurs:13 times
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess  Occurs:84 times
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies  Occurs:123 times
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released  Occurs:13 times
Rear suspension component seized ii Occurs:22 times
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess  Occurs:84 times
Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil  Occurs:22 times
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