Honda CB500XA Owner's Manual page 71

Also inspect the drive sprocket and driven sprocket. If
either has worn or damaged teeth, have the sprocket
replaced by your dealer.
Normal Worn
(GOOD) (REPLACE)
NOTICE
Use of a new chain with worn sprockets will cause
rapid chain wear.
# Cleaning and Lubricating
After inspecting the slack, clean the chain and
sprockets while rotating the rear wheel. Use a dry
cloth with chain cleaner designed specifically for
O-ring chains, or neutral detergent. Use a soft
brush if the chain is dirty.
After cleaning, wipe dry and lubricate with the
recommended lubricant.
Recommended lubricant:
Damaged
(REPLACE)
Do not use a steam cleaner, a high pressure
cleaner, a wire brush, volatile solvent such as
petrol and benzene, abrasive cleaner, chain
cleaner or lubricant NOT designed specifically
for O-ring chains as these can damage the
rubber O-ring seals.
Maintenance Fundamentals
Drive chain lubricant designed
specifically for O-ring chains
If not available, use SAE 80 or 90 gear oil.
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