SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 11
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11.23 Checking the chain tension
Warning
Danger of accidents Incorrect chain tension damages components and results in accidents.
If the chain is tensioned too much, the chain, engine sprocket, rear sprocket, transmission and rear
wheel bearings wear more quickly. Some components may break if overloaded.
If the chain is too loose, the chain may fall off the engine sprocket or the rear sprocket. As a result, the
rear wheel locks or the engine will be damaged.
– Check the chain tension regularly.
– Set the chain tension in accordance with the specification.
S02193-10
– Raise the motorcycle with the rear lifting gear. ( p. 46)
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The check is also possible when the motorcycle is rest-
ing on the side stand.
– Shift the transmission to neutral position.
–
Push the chain upward at a distance
B
from the chain slid-
ing guard and determine chain tension
A
.
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The top part of chain
C
must be taut.
Chain wear is not always even. Repeat this measure-
ment at different chain positions.
Chain tension 5 mm (0.2 in)
Distance to chain sliding
guard
30 mm (1.18 in)
» If the chain tension does not meet the specification:
– Adjust the chain tension. ( p. 55)
– Remove the rear of the motorcycle from the wheel stand.
( p. 47)
11.24 Adjusting the chain tension
Warning
Danger of accidents Incorrect chain tension damages components and results in accidents.
If the chain is tensioned too much, the chain, engine sprocket, rear sprocket, transmission and rear
wheel bearings wear more quickly. Some components may break if overloaded.
If the chain is too loose, the chain may fall off the engine sprocket or the rear sprocket. As a result, the
rear wheel locks or the engine will be damaged.
– Check the chain tension regularly.
– Set the chain tension in accordance with the specification.
Preparatory work
– Check the chain tension. ( p. 55)
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