1. Measure:
• drive chain slack
Out of specification
ĺ
Adjust.
2. Adjust:
• drive chain slack
The drive chain slack is adjusted by the rota-
tion of the rear axle hub.
a. Loosen the rear axle pinch bolts
.
b.
Loosen the locknut .
c.
To tighten the drive chain, turn the drive chain
adjusting nut in direction . To loosen the
drive chain, turn the drive chain adjusting nut
in direction .
b
a
d. Tighten the locknut.
e. Tighten the rear wheel axle pinch bolts.
Excessive chain slack will overload the
engine and other vital parts; keep the slack
within the specified limits.
The chain should be cleaned and lubricated
after every use of the vehicle.
a
Drive chain slack
10 ~ 25 mm (0.39 ~ 0.98 in)
3
3
1
2
T
R
.
.
55 Nm (5.5 m
•
kg, 39.8 ft
•
Ib)
3 - 28
ADJUSTING THE DRIVE CHAIN SLACK
CHK
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b