Checking For Chain Dirt Accumulation; Cleaning The Chain; Changing The Drivetrain Kit - Husqvarna FE 450 2014 Repair Manual

14 WHEELS
14.8.8
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Warning
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Warning
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Warning
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The service life of the chain depends largely on its maintenance.
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Checking for chain dirt accumulation

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Cleaning the chain

Oil or grease on the tires reduces the road grip.
Danger of accidents
Remove the lubricant from the tires using a suitable cleaning agent.
Oil or grease on the brake discs reduces the braking effect.
Danger of accidents
Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease.
Clean the brake discs with brake cleaner when necessary.
Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
Environmental hazard
Dispose of oils, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning agents, brake fluid, etc., correctly and in compliance
with the applicable regulations.
Info
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Changing the drivetrain kit

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Check the chain for coarse dirt accumulation.
If the chain is very dirty:
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Clean the chain. (a
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand.
Main work
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Rinse off loose dirt with a soft jet of water.
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Clean chain and apply chain spray.
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Finishing work
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand.
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand.
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