SSR Motorsports Lazer5, Owner'S Manual

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• Drive Chain
The service life of the drive chain depends
on your maintenance frequency. Improper or
lack of maintenance will cause a shorter life
span.
• Adjusting the Drive Chain
Every 600 mi, adjust the drive
chain to make the chain sag
10 - 20mm. Based on your
riding habits you may need to adjust the
chain more frequently.
Follow these steps to adjust the drive chain:
1. Use the center stand.
2. Loosen the axle nut (1).
3. Loosen the adjuster nut (2).
4. Turn the adjuster nut (3)
left or right to adjust the chain
to proper slack.
When adjusting the chain, be
sure to make the adjustment
evenly from side to side.
To help you make the adjustment, the swing-
arm is marked with notches you can use for
reference from side to side. The chain should
have 10-20mm of slack. When you have
completed the adjustment tighten the axle.
Drive chain inspection check list:
1. Chain rollers are seized.
2. Excessive sprocket wear.
3. Is the chain rusty or dry.
4. Is the chain damaged.
5. Uneven chain stretch (tight spots).
6. Still loose at maximum adjustment.
If the chain has one of the above problems, it
may be caused by the sprockets. If so check
the following items:
1. Sprockets may have excessive wear.
2. Broken or missing sprocket teeth.
3. Sprocket bolts may be loose.
• Lubrication of the Drive Chain
Only use motorcycle drive chain lube to
lubricate the chain, DO NOT use motor oil or
WD-40.
Warning:
The drive chain should be inspected be-
fore every ride. The above adjustment
internval is just a suggestion. A loose chain
may cause engine damage or fall off.
Caution:
When replacing the chain, inspect the
sprockets also, if worn replace them.