PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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Using the alignment marks on each
chain puller, make sure that both chain
pullers are in the same position for
proper wheel alignment. Use the end of
the swingarm as the reference point for
the alignment marks.
3. Tighten the axle nut to the speci-
fied torque.
4. Tighten the adjusting bolts in direc-
tion (a) to their specified torque.
5. Tighten the locknuts to their speci-
fied torque.
EAU23023
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain
The drive chain must be cleaned and
lubricated at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart, otherwise it will quickly wear
out, especially when riding in dusty or
wet areas. Service the drive chain as
follows.
NOTICE
ECA10581
The drive chain must be lubricated
after washing the motorcycle and
riding in the rain.
1. Clean the drive chain with kero-
sene and a small soft brush.
NOTICE:
To prevent damaging
the O-rings, do not clean the
drive chain with steam cleaners,
high-pressure washers or inap-
propriate solvents.
[ECA11121]
2. Wipe the drive chain dry.
3. Thoroughly lubricate the drive
chain with a special O-ring chain
lubricant.
NOTICE:
Do not use
engine oil or any other lubri-
cants for the drive chain, as they
may contain substances that
could damage the O-rings.
[ECA11111]
Tightening torque:
Axle nut:
110 Nm (11.0 m·kgf, 80 ft·lbf)
Tightening torque:
Drive chain slack adjusting bolt:
2 Nm (0.2 m·kgf, 1.4 ft·lbf)
Tightening torque:
Locknut:
16 Nm (1.6 m·kgf, 11 ft·lbf)
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