Yamaha YZF-R6TC Supplementary Service Manual page 51

SWINGARM AND DRIVE CHAIN
CAUTION:
This motorcycle has a drive chain with
small rubber O-rings
chain side plates. Never use high-pressure
water or air, steam, gasoline, certain sol-
vents (e.g., benzine), or a coarse brush to
clean the drive chain. High-pressure meth-
ods could force dirt or water into the drive
chain's internals, and solvents will deterio-
rate the O-rings. A coarse brush can also
damage the O-rings. Therefore, use only
kerosine to clean the drive chain.
4. Check:
• O-rings
Damage → Replace the drive chain.
• drive chain rollers
Damage / wear → Replace the drive chain.
• drive chain side plates
Damage / wear → Replace the drive chain.
Cracks → Replace the drive chain and
make sure that the battery breather hose is
properly routed away from the drive chain
and below the swingarm.
5. Lubricate:
• drive chain
6. Check:
• drive sprocket
• rear wheel sprocket
More than 1 / 4 tooth
drive chain sprockets as a set.
Bent teeth → Replace the drive chain
sprockets as a set.
Correct
Drive chain roller
Drive chain sprocket
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CHAS
between the drive
Recommended lubricant
Engine oil or chain lubricant
suitable for O-ring chains
wear → Replace the