Honda 2004 XR400R Owner's Manual page 136

1. Hold the axle ( ) and loosen the rear axle 1
nut ( ). 2
2. Turn both the right and left adjusters ( )
equally to increase or decrease chain slack.
3. After adjusting, be sure the same adjuster
index marks ( ) align with the stopper pins 4
( ) on both sides of the swingarm. 5
4. Turn the axle end bar to the lower edge of
the swing arm.
5. Torque the rear axle nut to:
65 lbf·ft (88 N·m , 9.0 kgf·m)
If a torque wrench is not used for this
installation, see your Honda dealer as soon
as possible to verify proper assembly.
6. Recheck drive chain slack.
Lubrication
3
Lubricate every 300 miles (500 km) or sooner
if chain appears dry.
The O-rings in this chain can be damaged by
steam cleaning, high pressure washers, and
certain solvents.
Drive Chain
(cont'd)
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