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111. INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT
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3. To adjust, loosen the rear brake adjusting nut, pry out the
cotter pin, loosen the rear axle nut and lock nuts, and tUffi
the adjusting bolts in or out as necessary. The index mark
on the right and left drive chain adjusters should be aligned
with the identical notches on the side scales on the fork.
4. Tighten the ~ear axle nut and lock nuts.
5. Recheck the drive chmn slack and, if the slack is correct,
insert the cotter pin with end through the axle.
6. Adjust the rear brake.
Lubrication
1. Clean the chain with a brush and recommended cleaning
solvent, and wipe dry with a line-free cloth.
2. Check the chain far wear (sloppy joints), stiffness and
binding at the joints, and broken or separated rollers.
If damaged or wom, the chain should be replaced. (See
page 77.)
3. Apply a liberaI amount of recommended chain lubricant to
the chain.
Fig. 3-45
Libricating chain
16. FRONT SUSPENSION
Checking
l. With the front brake applied, check the action of the shock
absorbers. This can be done by bouncing the shock
absorbers up and down several times by hand. Also check
far leaks, twists or bends, and re pIace any parts if wom or
damaged beyond repair.
2. Check the front forks and handlebar mounting bolts far
looseness.
Fig. 3-46 Checking front suspension
Changing front fork oil
l. Remove the drain plugs from both forks. Grasp the handle-
bars and bounce the forks up and down several tirnes to
assist in draining remaining oil.
2. Replace the drain pIugs. PIace a suitabie stand under the
engine to raise the front wheel off the ground.
Fig. 3-47
(I) Front forI< drain plug
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