Drive Chain
Inspecting the Drive Chain Slack
Check the drive chain slack at several points
along the chain. If the slack is not constant at
all points, some links may be kinked and
binding.
Have the chain inspected by your dealer.
1.
Shift the transmission to Neutral. Stop the
engine.
2.
Place your vehicle on its side stand on a
firm, level surface.
3.
Push the lower part of the drive chain
down and check the chain slack between
the drive chain and swing-arm at the end
of the drive chain slider.
Drive chain slack:
43 - 48 mm (1.7 - 1.9 in)
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Do not ride your vehicle if the slack
exceeds 53 mm (2.1 in).
4.
Roll the vehicle forward and check that
the chain moves smoothly.
5.
Inspect the sprockets. 2 P. 112
6.
Clean and lubricate the drive chain.
2 P. 113
Maintenance
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Drive chain slider
Drive chain
Swing-arm
Push
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