Checking Chain And Sprockets For Wear - APRILIA RS 125 Manual

RS 125
2.21.4. CHECKING CHAIN AND SPROCKETS
FOR WEAR
Visually inspect chain, front and rear sprockets looking for:
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Damaged chain rollers.
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Loose chain link pins.
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Dry, rusty, warped or seized links.
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Exceeding wear.
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Missing O-rings.
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Exceedingly worn or damaged sprocket teeth.
WARNING
If chain rollers are damaged, chain link pins
are loose, renew the drive chain and the front
and rear sprockets as a set.
The chain should be lubricated frequently,
especially after finding any dry or rusty
components.
Lubricate and repair any warped or seized
chain links.
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Check the chain tensioner roller (1) for wear.
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Lastly, check the slider that protects the swinging arm
for wear.
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