Removing The Drive Chain; Checking The Swingarm - Yamaha 2002 TDM900 Service Manual

SWINGARM AND DRIVE CHAIN
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REMOVING THE DRIVE CHAIN

1. Stand the motorcycle on a level surface.
Securely support the motorcycle so that
there is no danger of it falling over.
NOTE:
Place the motorcycle on a suitable stand so that
the rear wheel is elevated.
2. Remove:
S swingarm
3. Remove:
S drive chain
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CHECKING THE SWINGARM

1. Check:
S swingarm
Bends/cracks/damage ! Replace.
2. Check:
S pivot shaft
Roll the pivot shaft on a flat surface.
Bends ! Replace.
Do not attempt to straighten a bent pivot
shaft.
3. Wash:
S pivot shaft
S dust covers
S spacer
S washers
S bearings
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WARNING
WARNING
Recommended cleaning solvent
Kerosene
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