Yamaha XJR1300(L) 99, Service Manual

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CHAS
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER,
SWINGARM AND DRIVE CHAIN
NOTE:
CAUTION:
4. Check:
dust covers 1
washers 2
Damage / Wear Replace.
bearings 3
Damage / Pitting Replace.
bush 4
Damage / Scratches Replace.
EAS00709
CHECKING THE DRIVE CHAIN
1. Measure:
ten-link section
a
of the drive chain
Out of specification Replace the drive
chain.
Ten-link drive chain section limit
(maximum)
150 mm
While measuring the ten-link section, push
down on the drive chain to increase its tension.
Measure the length between drive chain roller
1 and
11
as shown.
Perform this measurement at two or three dif-
ferent places.
2. Check:
drive chain
Stiffness
Clean and lubricate or replace.
3. Clean:
drive chain
a. Wipe the drive chain with a clean cloth.
b. Put the drive chain in kerosine and remove
any remaining dirt.
c. Remove the drive chain from the kerosine
and completely dry it.
This motorcycle has a drive chain with small
rubber O-rings
1 between the drive chain
side plates. Never use high-pressure water
or air, steam, gasoline, certain solvents
(e.g., benzine), or a coarse brush to clean
the drive chain. High-pressure methods
could force dirt or water into the drive
chain’s internals, and solvents will deterio-
rate the O-rings. A coarse brush can also
damage the O-rings. Therefore, use only
kerosine to clean the drive chain.