
Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack
5. Turn both adjusting bolts an equal number
of turns until the correct drive chain slack
is obtained. Turn the adjusting bolts
counterclockwise to tighten the chain.
Turn the adjusting bolts clockwise to
provide more slack
.
7. Tighten the rear axle nut.
Torque: 59 N·m (6.0 kgf·m, 44 lbf·ft).
8. Tighten the drive chain adjusting nuts
lightly, then hold the adjusting nuts and
tighten the lock nuts.
Adjust the slack at a point midway
between the front sprocket and the rear
wheel sprocket.
9. Recheck drive chain slack.
If a torque wrench was not used for
installation, see your dealer as soon as
possible to verify proper assembly.
Improper assembly may lead to loss of
braking capacity.
Check the drive chain slack.
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6. Check rear axle alignment by making sure
the chain adjuster index marks align with
the rear edge of the adjusting slots.
Both marks should correspond. If the axle
is misaligned, turn the right or left
adjusting nuts until the marks are aligned
and recheck chain slack.
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