SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 11
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11.34
Checking the chain tension
Warning
Danger of accidents
Incorrect chain tension damages components and results in accidents.
If the chain is tensioned too much, the chain, engine sprocket, rear sprocket, transmission and rear wheel bear-
ings wear more quickly. Some components may break if overloaded.
If the chain is too loose, the chain may fall off the engine sprocket or the rear sprocket. As a result, the rear wheel
locks or the engine will be damaged.
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Check the chain tension regularly.
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Set the chain tension in accordance with the specification.
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. (
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Main work
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Press the chain upward at the end of the chain sliding piece and
determine chain tension
A
.
Info
The top part of chain
1
must be taut.
Chain wear is not always even, so you should repeat this
measurement at different chain positions.
Chain tension
5 … 8 mm (0.2 … 0.31 in)
» If the chain tension does not meet the specification:
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Adjust the chain tension. (
Finishing work
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
11.35
Adjusting the chain tension
Warning
Danger of accidents
Incorrect chain tension damages components and results in accidents.
If the chain is tensioned too much, the chain, engine sprocket, rear sprocket, transmission and rear wheel bear-
ings wear more quickly. Some components may break if overloaded.
If the chain is too loose, the chain may fall off the engine sprocket or the rear sprocket. As a result, the rear wheel
locks or the engine will be damaged.
–
Check the chain tension regularly.
–
Set the chain tension in accordance with the specification.
Preparatory work
–
Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. (
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Check the chain tension. (
