ROU
TINE MAINTENANCE
2.21.5.
CLEANING AND LUBRICATION
WARNING
Use
the
utmost
lubricating, washing or replacing the chain.
Lubricate the chain every 500 km (310 mi) and whenever it
seems appropriate.
Lubricate with aerosol lubricant for chains or SAE 80W-90
oil.
Never wash the drive chain using steam cleaners, high-
pressure water nozzles or highly flammable solvents.
NOTE Do not ride when you have only just lubricated the
chain. Centrifugal force would cause the newly applied
lubricant to fly all over adjacent vehicle parts.
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care
when
adjusting,
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