14
WHEELS
108
M00103-10
Main work
–
Loosen nut
.
–
Loosen nuts
.
–
Adjust the chain tension by turning adjusting screws
left and right.
Guideline
Chain tension
55… 58 mm (2.17… 2.28 in)
Turn adjusting screws
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
. The rear wheel is then correctly aligned.
–
Tighten nuts
.
–
Make sure that the chain adjusters
are fitted correctly on the adjusting
screws
.
–
Tighten nut
.
Guideline
Nut, rear wheel spindle
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
can be turned by 180°.
Finishing work
–
Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
14.6.7
Checking the chain, rear sprocket, engine sprocket and chain guide
Preparatory work
–
Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. (
400227-01
Main work
–
Shift gear to neutral.
–
Check the rear sprocket and engine sprocket for wear.
» If the rear sprocket or engine sprocket is worn:
–
Change the power set.
Info
The engine sprocket, rear sprocket and chain should always be
replaced together.
400987-10
–
Pull on the upper part of the chain with the specified weight
.
Guideline
Weight of chain wear measurement
10… 15 kg (22… 33 lb.)
–
Measure the distance
of 18 chain links in the lower chain section.
Info
Chain wear is not always even, so you should repeat this measurement at
different chain positions.
Maximum distance
at the longest
chain section
272 mm (10.71 in)
» If the distance
is greater than the specified measurement:
–
Change the power set.
Info
When the chain is replaced, the rear sprocket and engine sprocket
should also be changed.
New chains wear out faster on old, worn sprockets.
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