- Measure the chain movement again and repeat the
adjustment procedure if necessary.
- Gently turn the adjuster (2) to bring it into firm contact with
the axle plates. Hold the adjusters firmly with a spanner
and tighten the lock nut (1).
2- Whenever you check chain tension, also check the chain
and the front and rear sprockets for wear or damage.
3- Always lubricate the chain after washing the motorcycle.
Dirty chains can be cleaned with diesel fuel.
A good quality chain lube spray reduces chain wear and
improves the efficiency of the transmission.
4- If you need to remove or change the chain, remember to
replace the clip on the split link with the closed end facing
in the direction of travel (photo 29).
CAUTION!
Never fit a new chain to worn sprockets or
vice-versa. Incorrect wheel alignment not only causes rapid
chain and sprocket wear but also affects the handling and
control of the motorcycle.
WARNING!
Loose, worn or badly aligned chains can
break or come off the sprockets. If this occurs the chain can
jam the rear wheel and cause accidents with serious
personal injury and damage to the motorcycle.
4.14 ADJUSTING THE REAR SHOCK
The swinging arm is damped by a hydraulic monoshock with
oil and nitrogen gas reservoir. Gas pressure in the reservoir
is maintained by a rubber diaphragm. The pring preload of
the monoshock, (compression and travel) must be adjusted to
suit the weight of the rider and the circuit conditions.
WARNING!
Never attempt to open the oil reservoir,
since it also contains nitrogen gas at high pressure.
Incorrect handling of the reservoir can lead to the unit
exploding, causing potentially serious personal injury.
The monoshock can be adjusted in four different ways:
1- Spring preload (photo 30). The bike is equipped with a
80 Newton spring, to be used for riders with a weight of
50/60 Kgs. If the weight is inferior, we suggest your
replacing with a 75 Newton spring, listed in the Polini
Catalogue.
2- Hydraulic adjusting in compression (photo 31).
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