2004 Kawasaki KFX 700 V Force Factory Service Manual, Page 269Get this manual
FINAL DRIVE 11-33 Final Gear Case
Tooth Contact Adjustment Clean any dirt and oil off the bevel gear teethApply checking compound to or teeth of the pinion gear
Apply checking compound to the teeth in thin, even coat with fairly stiff paint brushIf painted too thickly, the exact tooth pattern may not appearThe checking compound must be smooth and firm, with the consistency of tooth pasteSpecial compounds are available at automotive supply stores for the purpose of checking differential gear tooth patterns and contact
Assemble the final gear case (see Final Gear Case Assembly)pinion gear for drive and Turn the(coast) direction,one revolution in theon the ring reverse while creating drag
gearRemove the ring gear and pinion gear unit to check the drive pattern and coast pattern of the bevel gear teethThe tooth contact patterns of both (drive and coast) sides should be centrally located between the top and bottom of the toothThe drive pattern can be little closer to the toe and the coast pattern can be somewhat longer and closer to the toeIf the tooth contact pattern is incorrect, replace the pinion gear shim(s), following the examples shownThen erase the tooth contact patterns, and check them againAlso check the backlash every time the shim(s) are replacedRepeat the shim change procedure as necessary