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INSPECTING THE DRIVE
CHAIN
There is a riveted master link on the chain which connects the
countershaft to the rear wheel sprockets. To keep out mois-
tu re and dirt, the o-ring chain uses rubber rings between the
side plates of the pin and roller links to seal in the lubricating
grease. Proper lubrication and adjustment will help extend
the life of the chain. You should always perform the pre-ride
inspection to check the adjustment and lubrication before rid-
ing. If you are riding in dusty or muddy conditions remember
to maintain and service
the chain more often than usual.
Before any servicing to the chain occurs to be sure the engine
is off and in neutral.
You do not need to remove the chain to perform service in
the maintenance schedule.
Inspection:
•
Check the slack of the lower drive chain between the
two sprockets . An acceptable amount of slack is from
3/8 to 9/16 in . (10-15 mm) . If adjustment is needed , take
motorcycle to an authorized service center.
•
The slack should remain consistent along the entire chain.
If not, check to make sure there are no kinks or binds. You
can sometimes eliminate kinks or binds by lubricating the
chain.
•
Inspect chain for damaged rollers , kinks or binds , dry or
rusty links , improper adjustment , excessive wear, or dam-
aged and missing o-rings. The chain should be replaced
if there is damage to the rollers or if there are loose pins .
Lubricate any kinks or binds to work them out. If the chain
appears too dry or rusty, lubricate.
•
Check both the front and rear sprocket teeth for excessive
wear or damage
. If needed, replace the sprocket. The use
of a new chain with a worn sprocket will cause quick wear
to the new chain
.
CLEANING THE DRIVE CHAIN
The drive chain should be cleaned, lubrica ted, and inspected
every time you ride the motorcycle.
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WARNING:
Always inspect the drive chain tension before you ride the
motorcycle. Too much slack could allow the drive chain to
come off the sprockets, which could cause an accident or
result in serious damage to the motorcycle.
Cleaning the drive chain:
•
Wash the drive chain with an approved chain cleaner .
•
Dry the chain , then lubricate with chain lubricant or the
equivalent.
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