2002 Buell S3T: Drive/Transmission 6-3
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PRIMARY CHAIN 6.2
GENERAL
An opening between the primary drive and transmission com-
partments allows the same lubricant supply to lubricate mov-
ing parts in both compartments.
Since the primary chain runs in lubricant, little service will be
required other than checking lubricant level and chain ten-
sion. If, through hard usage, the primary chain does become
worn, it must be replaced. Remove and install the chain fol-
lowing the procedure under 6.5 PRIMARY DRIVE/CLUTCH.
ADJUSTMENT/LUBRICATION
See 1.12 PRIMARY CHAIN for inspection and adjustment
procedures.
See 1.9 CLUTCH for complete lubrication service on the pri-
mary chain.
REMOVAL
Primary Cover
To protect against shock and accidental start-up of vehi-
cle, disconnect the negative battery cable before pro-
ceeding. Inadequate safety precautions could result in
death or serious injury.
1. Disconnect negative cable from battery terminal.
2. Raise rear wheel off floor using REAR WHEEL SUP-
PORT STAND (Part No. B-41174).
3. Remove left fairing lower. See 2.38 FAIRING LOWERS.
4. Remove muffler. See 2.27 EXHAUST SYSTEM.
5. See Figure 6-1. Place a drain pan under the engine.
Remove drain plug (9) and drain lubricant from primary
drive.
6. Carefully remove lower shifter lever mounting bolt,
washer, plastic bushings and spacer.
Figure 6-1. Primary Cover
1. TORX Screw with Washers (4)
2. Clutch Inspection Cover
3. Spring
4. Lockplate
5. Wellnut
6. Coupling
7. Ramp Assembly
8. Quad Ring
9. Drain Plug and O-ring
10. Locknut
11. Chain Adjuster Screw
12. Primary Cover
13. Primary Chain
Inspection Cover
14. Clutch Adjusting Screw
15. Oil Seal
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