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.
Push the lower part of the drive chain down
and check the chain slack between the drive
chain and swing-arm at the end of the drive
chain slider.
Drive chain slack:
70 - 75 mm (2.8 - 3.0 in)
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Do not ride your vehicle if the slack
exceeds 80 mm (3.1 in).
4.
Rotate the rear wheel and check that the
chain moves smoothly.
5.
6.
Clean and lubricate the drive chain.
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Drive chain slider
Drive chain
Swing-arm