Checking For Chain Dirt Accumulation; Cleaning The Chain; Finishing Work - Remove The Motorcycle From The Lift Stand; Preparatory Work - Raise The Motorcycle With A Lift Stand - Husqvarna FC 450 2014 Repair Manual

WHEELS
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14.6.9

Checking for chain dirt accumulation

14.6.10

Cleaning the chain

Warning
Danger of accidents
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Remove oil and grease with a suitable cleaning material.
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Warning
Danger of accidents
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Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease, and clean them with brake cleaner when necessary.
Warning
Environmental hazard
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Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
Info
The service life of the chain depends largely on its maintenance.
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Check the chain guide for wear.
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The wear can be found on the front of the chain guide.
If the light part of the chain guide is worn:
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Change the chain guide.
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Check that the chain guide is firmly seated.
If the chain guide is loose:
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Tighten the chain guide.
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis
Finishing work
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (.- p. 10)
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Check the chain for coarse dirt accumulation.
If the chain is very dirty:
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Clean the chain. (.- p. 1 00)
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Oil or grease on the tires reduces their grip.
Reduced braking efficiency due to oil or grease on the brake discs.
Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. (.- p. 10)
M6
10 Nm
(7.4 lbf ft)
100