Tensioning The Drive Chain - Ducati MONSTER 1100 S Owner's Manual

Tensioning the drive chain

Turn the rear wheel slowly to find the position at which the
chain is at its most taut.
With the motorcycle on its sidestand, press with a finger in the
centre of the bottom run of the chain and measure the distance
between the centres of chain link pins and the aluminium
swingarm. The distance should be 61 to 63 mm (fig. 93).
Important
Have the chain tensioned at a Ducati Dealer or
Authorized Service Centre.
Warning
Correct tightening of the swingarm bolts (1, fig. 94)
is essential to rider and passenger safety.
Important
An incorrectly tensioned chain will lead to accelerated
wear of the transmission components.
61 ÷ 63 mm
1
E
fig. 93
fig. 94
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