MV Agusta Brutale R, Owner'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE
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6.10. Checking and lubricating the drive chain
To perform these operations, you must put the motorcy-
cle on the rear stand, upright on a horizontal surface
and with the gear in neutral.
WARNING
Before checking the chain adjustment, con-
tact a MV Agusta authorized center to verify
that the value of the static setup of the rear
suspension is correct. Also make sure that
the chain is properly lubricated.
Checking the chain adjustment
The axis of the chain lower portion must be 50 mm (1.97
inch) from the lower chain guard. Manually turn the rear
wheel and carry out the check at several points along
the chain. The distance between the chain and the lower
chain guard must remain almost constant as the wheel
turns. If the chain is only partially loosened, it means that
some chain links are flattened, seized or elongated. If
the distance is greather than 50 mm (1.97 inch), have
the chain adjusted by your local MV Agusta dealer.
WARNING
When servicing the chain, always
wear heavy gloves and use
extreme caution to avoid pinching
your fingers between the chain
and the sprocket. If your hand is
pinched between the chain and the
sprocket your fingers and hand
could be amputated.
50 mm