Inspecting The Final Drive; Removing Of The Front Sprocket - Ducati Monster 796 Workshop Manual

Final drive
Bold reference numbers in this section identify parts not shown in the figures alongside the text, but which can be found in
the exploded view diagram.

Inspecting the final drive

To check the wear of the final drive, visually check the pinion (3) and sprocket (7). If the teeth are found to worn as
shown in the figure (dotted line), the sprocket must be renewed.
To check the chain (4), keep the chain taut and measure 16 links.
If the length (L) is greater than 256.5 mm, the chain should be replaced.
Important
The sprocket (7), engine pinion (3) and chain (4) must all be replaced together as a set.

Removing of the front sprocket

Undo the screws (5) and remove the sprocket cover (6).
Loosen the chain (Sect. 4 - 3, Adjusting the chain tension).