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10. Inspection and maintenance before riding
DRIVE CHAIN ADJUSTMENT
Check the drive chain for wear and tension. If it appears dry,
apply a lubricant.
Place the scooter on the main stand. Shift the transmission into
neutral.
Move the chain up with your fingers at a point midway between the
sprockets. Adjust slack so that it is approx. 10~20 mm (1/2~1/3 in).
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE OF BATTERY
Inspecting and maintenance of the electrolyte level should be
performed at the mileage intervals indicated in the maintenance
schedule. For pre-riding inspection, the electrolyte level must be
maintained between the upper and lower level marks. If low, add
distilled water to raise the levels. Use a syringe or plastic funnel.
The battery is accessible by removing the side cover.
CAUTION:
When installing the battery, route the battery breather tube
as shown in the figure and be careful not to bend or twist the
tube.
Battery specification: 12 V 5 Ah.
Cleaning of battery terminals
Remove the battery terminals and clean if there is dirt and corrosion present.
Battery removal procedures are as follows:
Turn ignition switch “OFF”, then open the battery cabinet door, then remove negative cable screw first
and disconnect the negative cable. Then remove positive cable screw and positive cable.
NOTICE:
Clean the battery posts with warm water if the posts are corroded and have some white powder on
them.
If there is obvious corrosion on the terminals, then disconnect the cables, clean the corrosion off with a
steel brush or a piece of sandpaper.
Install battery cable after cleaning and apply a thin coat of grease on the terminals.
Install battery in reverse order of removal.
Negative
Positive
10~20 mm
(1/3~1/2 IN)
Upper
Lower