Honda NC700 2012, Service Manual

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MAINTENANCE
COOLING SYSTEM
Check the radiator air passages for clogging or
damage.
Straighten bent fins, and remove insects, mud or other
obstructions with compressed air or low water pressure.
Replace the radiator if the air flow is restricted over
more than 20 % of the radiating surface.
Inspect the water hoses for cracks or deterioration, and
replace them if necessary.
Check the tightness of all water hose band screws
(page 8-10).
DRIVE CHAIN
DRIVE CHAIN SLACK INSPECTION
Never inspect and
adjust the drive
chain while the
engine is running.
Turn the ignition switch OFF, support the motorcycle on
its sidestand and shift the transmission into neutral.
Check the slack in the drive chain lower run midway
between the sprockets.
• NC700X/XA/XD: Excessive chain slack, 60 mm (2.4
in) or more, may damage the frame.
• NC700S/SA/SD: Excessive chain slack, 50 mm (2.0
in) or more, may damage the frame.
DRIVE CHAIN SLACK:
NC700X/XA/XD:
30 – 40 mm (1.2 – 1.6 in)
NC700S/SA/SD:
25 – 35 mm (1.0 – 1.4 in)
NC700X/XA/XD: 30 – 40 mm (1.2 – 1.6 in)
NC700S/SA/SD: 25 – 35 mm (1.0 – 1.4 in)