MAINTENANCE & LUBRICATION
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Drive Chain Inspection
Drive chain slack and lubrication must be checked daily before riding in accordance with the Periodic
Maintenance Chart for safety and preventing excessive wear.
If the chain becomes badly worn or maladjusted, it will make chain too loose or too tight.
If chain is too tight, it will accelerate wear of the chain, sprocket, rear sprocket and rear bearings. Some
parts may crack or break when overloaded.
If the chain is too loose, the chain may fall o from the front sprocket or rear sprocket, which may cause
locking of rear wheel or motor damage.
The service life of the drive chain largely depends on the maintenance.
Chain Dirt Inspection
Inspect periodically the chain or inspect the chain for dirt after driving in severe conditions.
If the chain is dirty, ush any large dirt particles with a soft jet of water. Clean any residual dirt and
lubricant with a proper chain cleaner.
Spray the chain with a proper chain lubricant after the chain is dry.
NOTE
When spraying chain lubricant, do not splash the lubricant onto other parts. Lubricant on the tires will
decrease the tire grip, and lubricant on the brake discs will decrease the brake performance. Clean
these components with a proper cleaner if over-spray occurs.
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