Cleaning And Lubrication - Honda Transalp XL700V Manual

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CLEANING AND LUBRICATION

Clean the chain with non-flammable or high flash

point solvent and wipe it dry.

Be sure the chain has dried completely before lubri-

Inspect the drive chain for possible damage or wear.

Replace any chain that has damaged rollers, loose

fitting links, or otherwise appears unserviceable.

Installing a new chain on badly worn sprockets will

cause the new chain to wear quickly.

Inspect and replace sprocket as necessary.

Lubricate the drive chain with #80 – 90 gear oil or

drive chain lubricant designed specifically for use

with O-ring chains. Wipe off the excess oil or chain

SPROCKET INSPECTION

Remove the drive sprocket cover (page 7-4).

Inspect the drive and driven sprocket teeth for wear

or damage, replace them if necessary.

Never use a new drive chain on worn sprockets.

Both chain and sprockets must be in good condi-

tion, or the new replacement chain will wear rap-

WIPE AND DRY

#80 – 90 GEAR OIL OR

DRIVE CHAIN LUBRICANT

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