Maintenance
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Drive Chain Lubrication
Lubrication is necessary every 200 miles
(300 km) and also after riding in wet
weather, on wet roads, or any time that
the chain appears dry.
To lubricate the drive chain:
• Use the special drive chain lubri-
cant as recommended in the Speci-
fications section.
• Apply lubricant to the sides of the
rollers then allow the motorcycle to
stand unused for at least eight
hours (overnight is ideal). This will
allow the oil to penetrate to the
drive chain O-rings etc.
• Before riding, wipe off any excess
oil.
• If the drive chain is especially dirty,
clean first and then apply oil as
mentioned above.
Caution
Do not use a pressure washer to clean
the drive chain as this may cause
damage to the drive chain components.
Drive Chain Free Movement
Inspection
Warning
Before starting work, make sure that
the motorcycle is stabilised and
adequately supported.
This will help prevent injury personal
injury and/or damage to the
motorcycle.
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Maximum movement position
To inspect the drive chain free
movement:
• Place the motorcycle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion with no weight on it.
• Rotate the rear wheel by pushing
the motorcycle to find the position
where the drive chain is tightest,
and measure the vertical move-
ment of the drive chain midway be-
tween the sprockets.
