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13 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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Checking the chain tension
Warning
Danger of accidents Incorrect chain tension damages components and results in accidents.
If the chain is tensioned too much, the chain, engine sprocket, rear sprocket, transmission and rear
wheel bearings wear more quickly. Some components may break if overloaded.
If the chain is too loose, the chain may fall off the engine sprocket or the rear sprocket. As a result, the
rear wheel locks or the engine will be damaged.
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Check the chain tension regularly.
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Set the chain tension in accordance with the specification.
V01262-10
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with the rear lifting gear. (
Main work
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Shift gear to neutral.
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Push the chain at the end of the chain sliding piece up and
determine the chain tension
the upper edge of the chain.
Info
The upper part of chain section
Chain wear is not always even. Repeat this measure-
ment at different chain positions.
p. 130)
A
between the swingarm and
B
must be taut.
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