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Chains
Engine drive-and pedal chain should
be
kept clean. Every few
hundred
miles wipe chains thoroughly clean with a cloth.
Lubricate with chain lubricant or SAE 90 oil.
Always
keep chains properly tensioned. The proper slack of the
drive chain
should be
3
I
4
" .
To adjust chains, loosen the axle nuts
and
tighten or loosen the
adjuster nuts.
Once chains are properly adjusted, tighten the axle
nuts. Make sure that wheel is properly aligned.
If
pedal chain tensioner catches or travels roughly as pedals are
operated,
realign tensioner
so
chain travels smoothly.
NOTE
Always
keep brake cables properly adjusted and lubricated
to
ensure safe riding. The play
in
the brake levers should not
exceed
1" after adjustment.