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.
Check the slack in the lower half of the drive
chain midway between the sprockets.
Drive chain slack:
1 3/16 - 1 9/16 in (30 - 40 mm)
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Do not ride your vehicle if the slack
exceeds 1 15/16 in (50 mm).
4.
Roll the vehicle forward and check that
the chain moves smoothly.
5.
Inspect the sprockets. 2 P. 45
6.
Clean and lubricate the drive chain.
2 P. 46
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