Owner´s Manual
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Removal and Cleaning
When the drive chain becomes dirty, it should be
removed and cleaned prior to lubrication.
1. With the engine off, carefully remove the master link
retaining clip (1) with a pair of pliers. Do not bend or
twist the clip. Remove the master link. Remove the
drive chain from the motorcycle.
2. Clean the drive chain in high flash-point solvent and
allow it to dry. Inspect the drive chain for possible
wear or damage. Replace any chain that has
damaged rollers, loose fitting links, or otherwise
appears unserviceable.
(1) Master link retaining
clip
8. Recheck drive chain slack.
9. Rear brake pedal free play is affected when
repositioning the rear wheel to adjust drive chain
slack. Check rear brake pedal free play and adjust
as necessary (page 20).
Damage to the bottom part of the frame may be
caused by excessive drive chain slack of more than:
50 mm (2.0 in)
Lubrication
Lubricate every 1,000 km (600 miles) or sooner if
chain appears dry.
Use
SAE 80 or 90
gear oil or a commercially prepared
drive chain lubricant in preference to motor oil or other
lubricants.
Saturate each chain link joint so that the lubricant
penetrates between the link plates, pins, bushings,
and rollers.
Replacement chain:
DID428H
(1)
