Drive Chain
Inspecting the Drive Chain
Slack
Check the drive chain slack at several points
along the chain. If the slack is not constant at
all points, some links may be kinked and
binding.
Have the chain inspected by your dealer.
Shift the transmission to Neutral. Stop the
1.
engine.
Place your vehicle on its side stand on a
2.
firm, level surface.
Push the lower part of the drive chain
3.
down and check the chain slack between
the drive chain and swing-arm at the end
of the drive chain slider.
Drive chain slack:
50 - 55 mm (2.0 - 2.2 in)
Do not ride your vehicle if the slack
u
exceeds 60 mm (2.4 in).
Swing-arm
Drive chain slider
Drive chain
Roll the vehicle forward and check that
4.
the chain moves smoothly.
Inspect the sprockets.
5.
Clean and lubricate the drive chain.
6.
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