SPROCKET INSPECTION
• Inspect the engine sprocket and rear sprocket for wear and
cracks. Replace the sprockets if necessary.
NOTE:
When replacing a worn sprocket, it is likely that the drive chain
will need to be replaced as well.
DRIVE CHAIN GUIDE, BUFFER, TENSIONER ROLLER
DRIVE CHAIN GUIDE
• Inspect the drive chain guide 1 for bends and damage.
NOTE:
The drive chain can hit a bent guide causing noise and drive
chain wear.
• Inspect the chain guide defense 2 for wear.
DRIVE CHAIN GUIDE BUFFER
• Inspect the drive chain guide buffer 3 for wear and cracks.
NOTE:
The drive chain can touch the swingarm directly if the chain
guide buffer is worn out. This will cause drive chain and swing-
arm damage.
DRIVE CHAIN TENSIONER ROLLER
• Inspect the drive chain tensioner rollers 4 for wear.
• Inspect the tensioner roller bolts for tightness.
Drive chain tensioner roller bolts:
41 N·m (4.1 kgf-m, 29.5 lb-ft)
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Normal wear
Excessive wear
2-15