Make sure that the master link pins are installed
properly.
Measure the master link pin length projected from
the plate.
STANDARD LENGTH:
1.15 - 1.55 mm (0.045 - 0.061 in)
Stake the master link pins.
Make sure that the pins are staked properly by mea
suring the diameter of the staked area using a slide
caliper.
DIAMETER OF THE STAKED AREA:
5.50
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5.80 mm (0.217
After staking, check the staked area of the master
A
drive chain with a
link for cracks.
clip-type masrer link
If there is any cracking, replace the master link, 0-
must not be used.
rings and plate.
DRIVE CHAIN SLIDER
Remove the crankcase rear cover (page 7-4).
Inspect the drive chain slider for excessive wear or
damage.
If it is worn to the wear indicator, replace the drive
chain slider (page 14-19).
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0.228 in)
MASTER LINK PINS
GOOD
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WEAR INDICATOR
MAINTENANCE
SLIDE CALIPER
NO GOOD
CRACKED
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