Yamaha YBR125ED 2005 Service Manual page 165

DRIVE CHAIN AND DRIVE SPROCKET
2. Check:
• drive chain
Stiffness → Clean and lubricate or replace.
3. Clean:
• drive chain
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a. Wipe the drive chain with a clean cloth.
b. Put the drive chain in kerosene and remove
any remaining dirt.
c. Remove the drive chain from the kerosene
and completely dry it.
CAUTION:
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This vehicle has a drive chain with small
rubber O-rings 1 between the drive chain
side plates. Never use high-pressure water
or air, steam, gasoline, certain solvents
(e.g., benzine), or a coarse brush to clean
the drive chain. High-pressure methods
could force dirt or water into the drive
chain's internals, and solvents will deterio-
rate the O-rings. A coarse brush can also
damage the O-rings. Therefore, use only
kerosene to clean the drive chain. Don't
soak the drive chain in kerosene for more
than ten minutes, otherwise the O-rings
can be damaged.
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4. Check:
• O-rings 1
Damage → Replace the drive chain.
• drive chain rollers 2
Damage/wear → Replace the drive chain.
• drive chain side plates 3
Damage/wear → Replace the drive chain.
Cracks → Replace the drive chain and
make sure the battery breather hose is
properly routed away from the drive chain
and below the swingarm.
5. Lubricate:
• drive chain
Recommended lubricant
Engine oil or chain lubricant
suitable for O-ring chains
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