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Cleaning and Lubricating
The drive chain should be cleaned and lubricated frequently to
prolong chain and sprocket life. Use the following procedure to clean
and lubricate the chain.
Using a suitable, non-fl ammable cleaning solution, thoroughly wash
the chain and sprockets.
Allow the chain to dry; then apply a dry, graphite-based lubricant to
the chain.
The drive chain should be lubricated with a dry, graphite-based chain
lubricant. By using a dry, graphite-based chain lubricant, dirt build-up
on the drive chain will be minimized.
Adjusting Tension
To adjust the drive chain tension,
use the following procedure.
1. Loosen the two cap screws (1)
at the rear of the axle housing;
then loosen the cap screw(2)
on the front of the brake
calliper.
2. Install an appropriate pin
through the axle hub and rear
sprocket.
3. With a person seated on the
ATV, check chain tension at the
mid-point of the chain.
4. Push the ATV forward to tighten chain tension; push the ATV
backward to loosen chain tension.
5. Tighten the two cap screws (1) to 3.5-4.4 kg-m; tighten the cap
screw (2) to 0.8-1.2 kg-m.
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NOTE:
This ATV is equipped with an O-ring type roller chain. Each link
incorporates small O-rings to seal out water and dirt. Care should
be taken to choose cleaning solutions and lubricants that are
suitable for O-ring chains.
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NOTE:
Chain “slack” should be within a range of 30-40 mm
(1.2-1.6 in.).
