3.Turn the both the right and left chain adjuster
nuts(2) to keep the left and right indicator (3) at
same line to increase or decrease chain slack.
4.Tighten the axle nut
5.Recheck drive chain slack.
If a torque wrench is not used for this installation,
see your SKYTEAM dealer as soon as possible
to verify proper assembly.
Lubrication:
Use SAE 80 or 90 gear oil or a commercially
prepared drive chain lubricants in preference to
motor oil or other lubricants. Saturate each chain
link joint so that the lubricant penetrates between
the link plates, pins, bushings, and rollers.
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Removal and Cleaning:
When the drive chain becomes dirty, it should
be removed and cleaned prior to lubrication.
1.With the engine off, carefully remove the
master link retaining clip with a pair of pliers.
Do not bend or twist the clip. Remove the master
link. Remove the drive chain from the
motorcycle.
2.Clean the drive chain in high flash-point
solvent and allow it to dry.Inspect the drive chain
for possible wear or damage. Replace any chain
that has damaged rollers. loose fitting links, or
otherwise appears unserviceable.
Never use petrol or low flash point solvents for
cleaning the drive chain. A fire or explosion could
result.
3.Inspect the sprocket teeth for possible wear or
damage.
4.Lubricate the drive chain.
5.Pass the chain over the sprockets and join the
ends of the chain with the master link. For ease
of assembly, hold the chain ends against adjacent
rear sprocket teeth while inserting the master
link.
The master link is the most critical part affecting
the security of the drive chain. Master links are
reusable, if they remain in excellent condition,
but it is recommended that a new master link
retaining clip be installed whenever the drive
chain is reassembled.
Install the master link retaining clip so that the
closed end of the clip will face the direction of
forward wheel rotation.
(1)
(1)Retaining clip
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