Honda CMX250C REBEL 2007 Owner's Manual page 127

Drive Chain
5. Check rear axle alignment by making
sure the chain adjuster index marks ( )
align with the rear edge of the adjusting
slots ( ). 5
Both marks should correspond. If the
axle is misaligned, turn the right or left
drive chain adjusting nut until the marks
correspond on the rear edge of the
adjusting slots and recheck chain slack.
6. Torque the rear axle nut to:
65 lbf·ft (88 N·m , 9.0 kgf·m)
If a torque wrench is not used for this
installation, see your Honda dealer as
soon as possible to verify proper
assembly. Improper assembly may lead
to a loss of braking capacity.
7. Tighten the drive chain adjusting nuts
lightly. Then, while holding the drive
chain adjusting nuts with a wrench,
tighten the drive chain lock nuts.
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Servicing Your Honda
8. Recheck drive chain slack (page
4 9. Check rear brake pedal freeplay and
adjust as necessary (page
Freeplay is affected when repositioning
the rear wheel to adjust drive chain
slack.
Lubrication
Refer to
Lubricate every 500 miles (800 km) or
sooner if chain appears dry. Lubricant:
SAE 80 or 90 gear oil
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Saf ety Precautions
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