Honda CBR1000RA Manual page 162

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Turn both adjusting bolts an equal
5.
number of turns until the correct drive
chain slack is obtained. Turn the adjusting
bolts counterclockwise to tighten the
chain. Turn the adjusting bolts clockwise
and push the rear wheel toward the front
to provide more slack.
Adjust the slack at a point midway
between the front sprocket and the rear
wheel sprocket.
Check the drive chain slack.
Check rear axle alignment by making sure
6.
the end of the chain adjusting plate aligns
with the scale graduations on both sides
of the swingarm.
Both marks should correspond. If the axle
is misaligned, turn the right or left
adjusting bolt until the marks are aligned
and recheck chain slack.
Drive Chain
Tighten the rear axle nut.
7.
Torque: 135 N·m (13.8 kgf·m, 100 lbf·ft)
Hold the adjusting bolts and tighten the
8.
lock nuts.
Recheck drive chain slack.
9.
If a torque wrench was not used for
installation, see your dealer as soon as
possible to verify proper assembly.
P. 157
Improper assembly may lead to loss of
2
braking capacity.
Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack
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Continued
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