Removing The Drive Chain; Checking The Swingarm - Yamaha YZF-R7 Owner's Service Manual

SWINGARM AND DRIVE CHAIN
EB707120

REMOVING THE DRIVE CHAIN

1. Remove:
EB707400

CHECKING THE SWINGARM

1. Check:
2. Check:
3. Wash:
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• drive chain
(with the drive chain cutter)
Drive chain cutter
90890-01286
NOTE:
Only cut the drive chain if it or the swin-
garm is to be replaced.
• swingarm
Bends/cracks/damage
NOTE:
If the swingarm must be replaced, the
drive chain must be cut with a drive
chain cutter.
• pivot shaft
Roll the pivot shaft on a flat surface.
Bends Replace.
WARNING
WARNING
Do not attempt to straighten a bent
pivot shaft.
• pivot shaft
• dust covers
• spacer
• bearings
Recommended cleaning solvent
Kerosine
CHAS
Replace.