Checking Drive Chain Tension (Fig. 70) - Ducati SUPERBIKE 848 EVO Owner's Manual

Checking drive chain tension
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Important
Have chain tension adjusted by a Ducati Dealer or
authorised Service Centre.
Motorcycle (on side stand): place ruler at mid-way of chain
lower section, push chain downwards and tension up until
distance between the aluminium section of the swingarm
and chain pin centre is 31 to 33 mm.
Warning
Correct tightening of tensioners check nuts (1) is
critical to rider and passenger safety.
Important
Improper chain tension will lead to early wear of
transmission parts.
84
(fig. 70)
31 - 33 mm
fig. 70
1
fig. 71