Honda XL1000V Varadero Owner's Manual page 116

Wear Inspection:
Check the chain wear label when
adjusting the chain. If the red zone (6) on
the label aligns with the index mark (5) on
the swingarm after the chain has been
adjusted to the proper slack, the chain is
excessively worn and must be replaced.
The proper slack is:
35-45 mm (1.4-1.8 in)
Damage to the bottom part of the frame
may be caused by excessive drive chain
slack of more than:
60 mm (2.4 in)
Replacement chain:
DID525 HV
or
RK525 ROZ1
This motorcycle has a staked master link
drive chain which requires a special tool
for cutting and staking. Do not use an
ordinary master link with this chain. See
your Honda dealer.
(5) Index mark
(6) Red zone
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