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WHEELS
80
400985-01
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Check the chain guide for wear.
Info
Wear is visible on the front of the chain guide.
» If the light part of the chain guide is worn:
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Change the chain guide.
101068-01
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Check that the chain guide is firmly seated.
» If the chain guide is loose:
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Tighten the chain guide.
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis
M6
10 Nm
(7.4 lbf ft)
Finishing work
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
p. 10)
13.7.9
Cleaning the chain
Warning
Danger of accidents
Oil or grease on the tires reduces their grip.
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Remove oil and grease with a suitable cleaning material.
Warning
Danger of accidents
Reduced braking efficiency due to oil or grease on the brake discs.
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Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease, and clean them with brake cleaner when necessary.
Warning
Environmental hazard
Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
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Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
Info
The service life of the chain depends largely on its maintenance.
400725-01
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Clean the chain regularly.
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Rinse off loose dirt with a soft jet of water.
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Remove old grease remains with chain cleaner.
Chain cleaner (
p. 212)
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After drying, apply chain spray.
Off-road chain spray (
p. 213)
13.7.10 Checking the rear hub rubber dampers
Info
The engine power is transmitted from the rear sprocket to the rear wheel via 6 rubber dampers. They eventually wear out during
operation. If the rubber dampers are not changed in time, the rear sprocket carrier and the rear hub will be damaged.
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. (
p. 10)
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Remove the rear wheel. (
p. 75)