4.Measure a section of the drive chain to
determine whether the chain is worn beyond its
service limit.Remove the drive chain and
measure the distance between a span of pins from
pin center to pin center. If the distance exceeds
the service limit, the chain is worn out and should
be replaced.
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6.Inspect the sprocket teeth for possible wear or
damage.
Adjustment:
If the drive chain requires adjustment, the
procedure is as follows;
1.Place a support block under the engine to raise
the rear wheel off the ground.
2.Loosen the rear axle nut(1).
(1)Rear axle nut (3)Indicator
(2)Adjuster (4)Scale
If the drive chain or sprockets are excessively
worn or damaged,they should be replaced.Never
use a new chain with worn sprockets;rapid chain
wear will result.
Damaged sprocket
Teeth
Worn sprocket
Teeth
Replace
Replace
Normal sprocket Teeth
Good
(1)
(2)
(3)
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(4)
