Motorcycle Repair: Oil pressure light, kawasaki ninja zx6r, 2001 kawasaki ninja zx6r

Question
You asked if the bike was on its side for a while.  i don't know exactly how long it was on its side becauise i wasn't home when it was knocked over.  It happened during some bad wind and a buddy of mine saw it laying over in my driveway when he drove by.  Do you think there could be something obstructing the oil lines?  if so how do you flush the lines out?  If it is the sensor, how do you go about testing it if it works.  i can get a multimeter very easily.  

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Followup To
Question -
I own a 2001 kawasaki ninja zx6r and the oil pressure light will not shut off when the bike is started.  There is oil in the bike and i have already done the following to try and fix it.  Remove the oil filter and burp oil out to try and remove any possible air in the system.  disconnecting the battery to reset the computer.  Do you know of any other possible fixes?  Do you know where the oil pressure sensor is located?   This problem arose after the bike was knocked over in a bad wind storm.  Prior to the incident the bike ran perfectley.    
Answer -
Hi Joe,

Look for the oil pressure sensor on the left hand side of the crankcase. If not there, check the front lower case. It should be brass with a single lead connected to the center.

You can test the sensor with a VOM (multimeter). You'll need the service manual for the specs and exact procedure. I recommend paying more and getting the Kawasaki OEM service manual. Other brands seem to lack intel.

Order manuals at "www.buykawasaki.com" or "www.bikebandit.com" Also see michrofiche parts views at both sites.

Did the ZX lay on its side for awhile?

I suspect the problem is within the crankcase vent being partially obstructed, and/or oil sediment restricting oil flow.

Respectfully,
Mark Shively

Answer
Joe,

I'm not sure what is causing the problem. I would need to perform diagnosis.

You could start by changing the oil and filter. There's no need to burp the oil system. It's not an air-free environment like the cooling system.

Check the oil sensor and wiring related to the circuit. Ensure the wire connected to the sensor is clean and tightly fastened. The sensor may be defective as a result of the impact with the driveway.

Again, get the service manual and follow the procedures for testing the sensor.

Respectfully,
Mark Shively