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Check that the clutch cable routing is correct.
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If proper adjustment cannot be obtained or the
clutch does not work correctly, visit your
Authorised
workshop.
Hero MotoCorp
NOTE
The drive chain (1) should be checked and
lubricated as part of the Pre-ride Inspection
(page 23).
Under severe usage or when the
motorcycle is ridden in unusually dusty areas,
DRIVE CHAIN
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Check for clutch cable routing.
Poor maintenance can cause premature wear
or damage to the drive chain and sprockets.
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Check the clutch cable for kinks or signs of
wear that could cause sticking or failure.
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Check for clutch cable model. Use genuine
clutch cables.
The service life of the drive chain is depends
upon proper lubrication and adjustment.
Other Checks
If the chain is slack in one section and tight in
another, some links are kinked and binding.
Binding can be eliminated by frequent lubrication.
Rotate the wheel and check drive chain slack
as the wheel rotates. Drive chain slack should
remain constant as the wheel rotates.
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Drive chain slack (3) should be adjusted to
allow approximately 25 mm vertical
movement by hand.
more frequent maintenance will be necessary.
Inspection
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Turn the engine “OFF”, raise the rear wheel
off the ground by placing a block under the
engine and shift the transmission to neutral.
Remove the hole cap (2).
(1) Drive chain (2) Hole cap
(3) Drive chain slack 25 mm
CHAIN
1
2
3
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Turn the chain to view chain lock plate (4)
inside the hole. Ensure that the chain lock
plate open end (5) is installed in the
opposite direction of the chain rotation.
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Inspect the sprocket teeth for wear or
damage.
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3
4
A
B
(3) Lock nu
t
(4)
C
lutch cable adjust
ing
nut
(A) Decrease free play (B) Increase free play
