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SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with the rear lifting gear. (
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Main work
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Shift the transmission to idle .
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In the area in front of the chain guide, push the chain up and determine the chain ten-
sion
A
.
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The upper part of the chain
B
must be taut.
Chain wear is not always even, so you should repeat this measurement at differ-
ent chain positions.
Chain tension
40… 45 mm (1.57… 1.77 in)
» If the chain tension does not meet the specification:
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Adjust the chain tension. (
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Remove the rear of the motorcycle from the lifting gear. (
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Adjusting the chain tension
Warning
Danger of accidents
Incorrect chain tension damages components and results in accidents.
If the chain is tensioned too much, the chain, engine sprocket, rear sprocket, transmission and rear wheel bearings wear more
quickly. Some components may break if overloaded.
If the chain is too loose, the chain may fall off the engine sprocket or the rear sprocket. As a result, the rear wheel locks or the
engine will be damaged.
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Check the chain tension regularly.
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Set the chain tension in accordance with the specification.
Summary of Contents for 1090 ADVENTURE 2017
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