13
WHEELS
79
1 2 3
16 17 18
0
0
0
B
B
0
0
A
A
400987-10
–
Pull on the upper section of the chain with the specified weight
A
.
Guideline
Weight of chain wear measurement
15 kg (33 lb.)
–
Measure distance
B
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
B
at the longest
chain section
272 mm (10.71 in)
» If the distance
B
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.
401118-01
–
Check the chain sliding guard for wear.
» If the lower edge of the chain pins is in line with or below the chain sliding
guard:
–
Replace the chain sliding guard.
–
Check that the chain sliding guard is firmly seated.
» If the chain sliding guard is loose:
–
Tighten the chain sliding guard.
Guideline
Screw, chain sliding
guard
M6
8 Nm
(5.9 lbf ft)
Loctite
®
243™
401119-01
–
Check the chain sliding piece for wear.
» If the lower edge of the chain pins is in line with or below the chain sliding
piece:
–
Change the chain sliding piece.
–
Check that the chain sliding piece is firmly seated.
» If the chain sliding piece is loose:
–
Tighten the chain sliding piece.
Guideline
Screw, chain sliding piece
M8
15 Nm
(11.1 lbf ft)