If the chain tension is too great, parts
within the secondary power trasmission
(chain, chain sprockets transmission
and rear wheel bearings) will be sub
-
jected to unnecessary stress resulting
in early wear and even chain breaka-
ge. Too much slack in the chain, on the
other hand, can result chain jumping off
the chain wheels. If this happens the
chain could also block the rear wheel
or damage the engine. In either case
the operator is likely to lose control of
the vehicle.
Tensioning the chain drive
1.
Loosen collar nut (1)
2.
Turn right and left adjusting screws
(3) equally far.
3.
Turn the adjusting screws, on the
right and left side of the tire, to set
the correct free play. The drive chain
free play should be between 10 mm
and 20 mm.
4.
Tighten the collar nut (1).
follows at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place the vehicle on the side stand/
suitable motorcycle stand to raise
the front wheel off the ground.
2. Hold the lower ends of the front fork
legs and try to move them forward
and backward.
3. If any free play can be felt, have a
dealer check or repair the steering.
WHEEL BEARINGS
The front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart.
CAUTION
If there is play in the wheel hub or if the
wheel does not turn smoothly, have a
dealer check the wheel bearings.
DRIVE CHAIN
10-20 mm
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
