Ducati HYPERMOTARD 1100, Owner'S Manual

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Checking drive chain tension
(fig. 64)
Wheel the motorcycle back and forth until finding the
position at which the chain is tightest.
Place the motorcycle on the side stand.
Place the rule in front of the chain guard, push down on the
chain and release it.
Tension up until the distance between the aluminium section
of the swinging arm and chain pin centre is 30 ÷ 33 mm.
Important
Have chain tension adjusted by a Ducati Dealer or
Authorised Workshop.
Warning
Correct tightening of swinging arm screws (1, fig. 65)
is critical to rider and passenger safety.
Important
Improper chain tension will lead to early wear of
transmission parts.
1
fig. 65
30 ÷ 33 mm
fig. 64
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