Drive Chain Wear Inspection; Drive Chain Lubrication And Cleaning - Honda NSR 150 SP Owner's Manual

Wear inspection:
Check the chain wear label when adjusting
the chain.
If
the red zone
(4)
on the label
aligns with the index mark (5) after the chain
has been adjusted to the proper slack, the
chain is excessively worn and must be
replaced. The proper slack is :
30-40 mm (1.2-1.6 in)
(4)
(5)
(4) Red zone (5) Index mark
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Lubrication and cleaning:
Lubricate every 1,000 km (600 miles)
or
sooner if chain appears dry.
The O-rings in this chain can be damaged by
steam cleaning, high pressure washers, and
certain solvents. Clean the side surfaces of
the chain with a dry cloth. Do not brush the
rubber O-rings. Brushing will damage them.
Wipe dry and lubricate only with SAE 80 or
90 gear oil. Commercial chain lubricants
may contain solvents which could damage
the rubber O-rings.
CAUTION:
• The drive chain on this motorcycle is
equipped with small O-rings between
the link plates. These O-rings retain
grease inside the chain to improve
its serv.ice life. However, special
precautions must be taken when
adjusting, lubricating, washing, and
replacing the chain.