APRILIA RSV 1000 R FACTORY Workshop Manual page 279

CYCLE PARTS
CHECKING CHAIN AND SPROCKETS FOR WEAR
Check the following parts every 10000 Km (6250 mi).
Visually inspect chain, front and rear sprockets looking for:
- damaged chain rollers;
- loose chain link pins;
- dry, rusty, warped or seized links;
- exceeding wear;
- missing O-rings;
- exceedingly worn or damaged sprocket teeth.
CAUTION
If chain rollers are damaged, chain link pins are
loose and/or any O-rings are missing or dete-
riorated, replace the drive chain and the front
and rear sprockets as a set.
Lubricate the chain frequently, especially if you
find any dry or rusty parts.
Warped or seized links must be lubricated and
repaired.
CLEANING AND LUBRICATION
CAUTION
The drive chain links are fitted with O-rings that
retain the grease inside. Use the utmost care
when adjusting,
replacing the chain.
Never wash the drive chain using steam cleaners, high-
pressure water nozzles or highly flammable solvents.
•
Wash the drive chain with fuel oil or kerosene. If the
chain tends to become rusty quickly, service it more
frequently.
Lubricate the chain every 1000 Km (625 mi) and whenever it
seems appropriate.
•
After washing the chain, let it dry, then spray with
aerosol lubricant for O-ring chains.
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