Drive Chain - Suzuki JR50 Owner's Manual

DRIVE CHAIN

The condition and adjustment of
the drive chain should be checked
before each use of the motorcy-
cle. Always follow the guidelines
below for inspecting and servicing
the chain.
WARNING
Riding with the chain in poor
condition
adjusted can lead to an acci-
dent.
Inspect, adjust, and maintain
the chain properly before each
ride, according to this section.
Inspecting the Drive Chain
When inspecting the chain, look
for the following:
• Loose pins
• Damaged rollers
• Dry or rusted links
• Kinked or binding links
• Excessive wear
• Improper chain adjustment
If you find anything wrong with the
drive chain condition or adjust-
ment, correct the problem if you
know how. If necessary, consult
your authorized Suzuki dealer.
or improperly
WARNING
Improperly attached chain joint
clip may drop from the chain
and cause the chain to come
off the sprockets or to be
caught in the engine. This may
cause an accident or severe
engine damage.
Be sure to inspect and main-
tain the chain before each ride,
according to these guidelines.
Damage to the drive chain means
that the sprockets may also be
damaged. Inspect the sprockets
for the following:
• Excessively worn teeth
• Broken or damaged teeth
• Loose sprocket mounting nuts
If you find any of these problems
with your sprocket, consult your
Suzuki dealer.
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