HERO XTREME - Drive Chain Slider

the engine and shift the transmission into
neutral. Open side stand to facilitate cleaning.
î Spray a commercially available chain
cleaner for cleaning the drive chain over its
entire length.
î To remove stubborn dirt, scrub the rollers
and side plates with soft nylon brush.
î Wait for 7-10 minutes for penetration of
lubricant inside the bush and roller wipe the
excessive lubricant from the chain and
nearby parts using a clean rag.
î Rotate the rear wheel backwards to expose
the next section of the drive chain and repeat
STEP-2 until all of the drive chain is cleaned.
î Apply SAE 90 grade oil on the hanger side of
the entire length of the chain using an oil can.
î Let the spray dry for about five minutes.
Ensure that the chain cleaner and lubricant used
is the one recommended for use on an O-ring
chain, otherwise the O-rings may deteriorate,
fail and lose their sealing properties.
NOTE
Excessive lubricant if not wiped off, will aid in
accumulation of dust, sand and dirt on the drive
chain, increasing its wear and will also be sprayed
on the motorcycle as well due to chain movement.
NOTE
î Steam cleaning, high pressure washers and
certain solvents can damage the drive chain
O-rings.
CAUTION
î If the chain is excessively dirty, it should be
removed and cleaned before lubrication. For
your own safety, we recommend that service be
performed by an authorised Hero MotoCorp
workshop.
î Clean and lubricate the chain, whenever
possible, after riding the motorcycle under rain
or in terrain with excessive dust, mud or sand.
î The drive chain is fitted with O-rings between
the link plates. These O-rings retain grease
inside the chain to improve its service life.
However, special precautions must be taken
when adjusting, lubricating, washing and
replacing the chain.
î While lubricating and cleaning hold the rear
wheel with one hand to prevent the
possibility of your finger being trapped
between the chain and sprocket.
Drive Chain Slider
CUTOUT
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(1) Chain slider (2) Wear limit
(Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” on page
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