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CHAIN LUBRICATION
CAUTION
Do not use grease to lubricate the drive chain.
Grease will attract and accumulate dirt and grime
resulting in damage to the chain and sprocket.
If vehicle is equipped with an O-ring type chain, use
an O-ring chain specific lubricant.
Place the vehicle on a stand so that rear wheel is off the
ground.
Carefully clean the chain with a mild detergent and water
solution. Rinse with clean water while gently scrubbing the
chain with a light nylon brush. Repeat as needed.
Wipe dry with a clean shop towel. Slowly rotate the drive
chain and apply the specified lubricant on the sag side (1) of
the drive chain. Be sure to uniformly lubricate the entire
drive chain three to four times.
NOTE : Place a piece of cardboard (2) between the drive
chain and vehicle to catch any over-spray.
1.
O-ring chain
2.
Conventional (non-O-ring) chain
a. O-rings
b.
Plates
a
2
b
1
1.
Clean drive chain
2.
Cardboard
2
1
