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10/REAR WHEEL
Checking the chain tension
13.3
Warning
Danger of accidents Danger caused by incorrect chain tension.
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If the chain tension is too high, the components of the secondary power train (chain, engine sprocket, rear sprocket, bear-
ings in transmission and rear wheel) are under additional load. Apart from premature wear, in extreme cases the chain can
rupture or the countershaft of the transmission can break. On the other hand, if the chain is loose, it can fall off the engine
sprocket or the rear sprocket and block the rear wheel or damage the engine. Check the chain tension and correct if neces-
sary.
Adjusting the chain tension
13.4
Warning
Danger of accidents Danger caused by incorrect chain tension.
–
If the chain tension is too high, the components of the secondary power train (chain, engine sprocket, rear sprocket, bear-
ings in transmission and rear wheel) are under additional load. Apart from premature wear, in extreme cases the chain can
rupture or the countershaft of the transmission can break. On the other hand, if the chain is loose, it can fall off the engine
sprocket or the rear sprocket and block the rear wheel or damage the engine. Check the chain tension and correct if neces-
sary.
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Tighten nut
Guideline
Nut, rear wheel spindle
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Operate the foot brake lever repeatedly until the brake linings are in contact with
the brake disc and there is a pressure point.
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
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Lean the motorcycle on the side stand.
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Shift gear to neutral.
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Push the chain upward at a distance
the chain tension
Info
The upper chain section
Chain wear is not always even, so you should repeat this measurement at
different chain positions.
Chain tension
Distance to chain sliding guard
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If the chain tension does not meet specifications:
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Adjust the chain tension. (
100249-10
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Check the chain tension. (
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from the chain sliding guard and determine
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must be taut.
p. 67)
p. 67)
M25x1.5
90 Nm
(66.4 lbf ft)
p. 9)
5 mm (0.2 in)
30 mm (1.18 in)
67
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