Checking The Chain For Dirt; Cleaning The Chain - Husqvarna 125 XC-W 150 2017 Owner's Manual

12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
12.34

Checking the chain for dirt

12.35

Cleaning the chain

Warning
Danger of accidents Oil or grease on the tires reduces the road grip.
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Remove the lubricant from the tires using a suitable cleaning agent.
Warning
Danger of accidents Oil or grease on the brake discs reduces the braking effect.
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Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease.
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Clean the brake discs with brake cleaner when necessary.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
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Dispose of oils, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning agents, brake fluid, etc., correctly and in compliance with the applicable regu-
lations.
Info
The service life of the chain depends largely on its maintenance.
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Mount and tighten screws
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis
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Connect the fuel hose.
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Finishing work
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Mount the seat. (
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Check the chain for heavy soiling.
» If the chain is very dirty:
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Clean the chain. (
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Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. (
Main work
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Clean the chain regularly and then treat with chain spray.
Chain cleaner (
Off-road chain spray (
400725-01
Finishing work
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
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with the collar bushings.
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10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
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