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Adjusting chain
When tensioning the chain,
note correct wheel alignment
(notches in swinging fork arms).
To avoid damaging the chain or
more extensive damage,
always adjust the chain so that
it has the correct amount of
slack.
Always make sure that there is
no load on the motorcycle when
you check the chain.
• Place the motorcycle on its
main stand [Dakar: side stand]
– Make sure the ground is
level and firm.
• Slacken axle nut
2
using
0.94 in (24 mm) socket and
spark-plug wrench as
extension (
b
17)
• Using Torx T45 bit, set chain
tensioning screws
3
on left
and right such that chain sag
is 1.38...1.78 in (35…45 mm)
[Dakar: 1.57...1.97 in
(40...50 mm)]
as stated on the label
Adjusting chain
3
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