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[billyusfg]

Just got a 2005 katana 600, 15000km. What type of maintenance do I need to do? I plan on changing the oil and the oil filter. Any other suggestions? Where can I find a service manual?

Thanks,
Bill

[92xjunker]

Download the manual from mechanics 101, It has all you need to do it.

[billyusfg]

Download the manual from mechanics 101, It has all you need to do it.

Mine is 05, the manual only covers to 02. Is 05 and 02 the same?

[92xjunker]

98-06 is basically the same so, yes. Supplemental in the back for the minor changes.

[billyusfg]

98-06 is basically the same so, yes. Supplemental in the back for the minor changes.

Oh ok thanks!
I've taken all the fairings off, I want to clean the bike do it looks brand new. Can i just hose it down? Will that mess up the electronics or rust the bike? Also, when I was unscrewing bolts that hold on the fairings, there was some rust. Should I be concerned?

Thanks,
Bill

[92xjunker]

It is 12 years old, you could find some rust. They have products to remove it. I use a pressure sprayer on mine. You can cover the electrical with plastic, if it bothers you.

[billyusfg]

It is 12 years old, you could find some rust. They have products to remove it. I use a pressure sprayer on mine. You can cover the electrical with plastic, if it bothers you.

Ok, thanks for all of the help.