12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. (
–
Check the chain tension. (
V00845-10
Main work
–
Loosen nut
1
.
–
Loosen nuts
2
.
–
Adjust the chain tension by turning adjusting screws
3
left
and right.
Guideline
Chain tension
55 … 58 mm (2.17 …
2.28 in)
Turn adjusting screws
3
on the left and right so that the
markings on the left and right chain adjusters are in the
same position relative to reference marks
A
. The rear
wheel is then correctly aligned.
–
Tighten nuts
2
.
–
Make sure that chain adjusters
4
are fitted correctly on
adjusting screws
3
.
–
Tighten nut
1
.
Guideline
Nut, rear wheel spin-
dle
M20x1.5
80 Nm (59 lbf ft)
Info
The wide adjustment range of the chain adjusters
(32 mm (1.26 in)) enables different secondary ratios
with the same chain length.
Chain adjusters
4
can be turned by 180°.
Finishing work
–
Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
12.38
Checking the chain, rear sprocket, engine sprocket and chain guide
Preparatory work
–
Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. (
400227-01
Main work
–
Shift the transmission to idle.
–
Check the rear sprocket and engine sprocket for wear.
» If the rear sprocket and engine sprocket are worn:
–
Change the drivetrain kit.
Info
The engine sprocket, rear sprocket and chain
should always be replaced together.