Checking The Drive Chain - Yamaha YZF-R6 99 Service Manual

SWINGARM AND DRIVE CHAIN
EAS00709

CHECKING THE DRIVE CHAIN

1. Measure:
S ten-link section a of the drive chain
Out of specification ! Replace the drive
chain.
NOTE:
S While measuring the ten-link section, push
down on the drive chain to increase its tension.
S Measure the length between drive chain roller
1 and
S Perform this measurement at two or three dif-
ferent places.
2. Check:
S drive chain
Stiffness ! Clean and lubricate or replace.
3. Clean:
S drive chain
a. Wipe the drive chain with a clean cloth.
b. Put the drive chain in kerosine and remove
any remaining dirt.
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CHAS
Max. ten-link drive chain section
149 mm
11 as shown.