Drive Chain
Inspecting the Drive Chain
Slack
Check the drive chain slack at several points
along the chain. If the slack is not constant at
all points, some links may be kinked and
binding.
Have the chain inspected by your dealer.
1.
Shift the transmission to Neutral. Stop the
engine.
2.
Place your vehicle on its centre stand on a
firm, level surface.
3.
Check the slack in the lower half of the
drive chain midway between the
sprockets.
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While depressing the drive chain,
measure the distance from the bottom
of the swingarm to the drive chain.
Drive chain slack:
Swingarm to drive chain
40 - 45 mm (1.6 - 1.8 in)
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Do not ride your vehicle if the slack
exceeds 50 mm (2.0 in).
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