14 WHEELS
14.8.4
Checking the chain tension
Warning
Danger of accidents
Incorrect chain tension damages components and results in accidents.
If the chain is tensioned too much, the chain, engine sprocket, rear sprocket, transmission and rear
wheel bearings wear more quickly. Some components may break if overloaded.
If the chain is too loose, the chain may fall off the engine sprocket or the rear sprocket. As a result, the
rear wheel locks or the engine will be damaged.
Check the chain tension regularly.
Set the chain tension in accordance with the specification.
Preparatory work
Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. (
a
p. 12)
Main work
Pull the chain at the end of the chain sliding component
upwards to measure chain tension 6).
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Info
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The lower chain section
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must be taut.
Chain wear is not always even, so you should repeat
this measurement at different chain positions.
14.8.5
Adjusting the chain tension
Warning
I Chain tension
155 ... 58 mm (2.17 ...
2.28 in)
If the chain tension does not meet specifications:
- Adjust the chain tension. (
a
p. 117)
Finishing work
Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
a
p. 12)
Danger of accidents
Incorrect chain tension damages components and results in accidents.
If the chain is tensioned too much, the chain, engine sprocket, rear sprocket, transmission and rear
wheel bearings wear more quickly. Some components may break if overloaded.
If the chain is too loose, the chain may fall off the engine sprocket or the rear sprocket. As a result, the
rear wheel locks or the engine will be damaged.
Check the chain tension regularly.
Set the chain tension in accordance with the specification.
Preparatory work
Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. (
il!.!J
p. 12)
Check the chain tension. (
ll:;!I
p. 117)
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