Drive Chain Lubrication; Sprocket Inspection - Suzuki RM-Z250 Owner's Manual

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2-34 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

DRIVE CHAIN LUBRICATION

• Remove the chain clip and master link from the drive chain
and remove the drive chain.
NOTE:
Be careful not to bend the chain clip.
• Inspect for wear and damage of the drive chain and replace it
if necessary.
• Clean the drive chain with non-flammable cleaning solvent.
Drive chain is damaged when cleaning it with gaso-
line.
Do not use gasoline to clean the drive chain.
• Dry the drive chain.
• Apply Suzuki Chain Lube or equivalent to the link plates and
rollers.
• Reassemble the drive chain.
NOTE:
Reassemble the drive chain clip so the slit end faces opposite
the direction of rotation.
• Adjust the drive chain slack. (2-33)

SPROCKET INSPECTION

Inspect the engine sprocket and rear sprocket for wear and
cracks. Replace the sprockets as necessary.
NOTE:
When replacing a worn sprocket, it is likely that the drive chain
will need to be replaced as well.
NOTICE
A Direction of travel
A Normal wear
B Excessive wear

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