Honda 2009 CBR1000RR Owner's Manual page 174

5. Check rear axle alignment by making
sure the end of the chain adjustment
plate ( ) aligns with the scale 4
graduations ( ) on both sides of the 5
swingarm.
Both marks should correspond. If the
axle is misaligned, turn the right or left
adjusting bolt until the marks are
aligned and recheck chain slack.
6. Torque the rear axle nut to:
83 lbf·ft (113 N·m , 11.5 kgf·m)
If a torque wrench is not used for this
installation, see your Honda dealer as
soon as possible to verify proper
assembly. Improper assembly may lead
to a loss of braking capacity.
7. Tighten the drive chain adjusting bolts
lightly by turning it counterclockwise,
then tighten the lock nuts by holding the
drive chain adjusting bolts with a
wrench.
8. Recheck drive chain slack (page
Servicing Your Honda
Drive Chain
161 ).
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