PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 2-17
20TH PITCH LENGTH
Pull the drive chain tight and measure the 20th pitch length.
" Drive chain 20th pitch length
Service limit: 323.8 mm (12.75 in)
DRIVE CHAIN LUBRICATION
• Remove the chain clip and master link from the drive chain
and remove the drive chain.
NOTE:
Be careful not to bend the chain clip.
Inspect for wear and damage of the drive chain and replace it if
necessary.
• Clean the drive chain with non-flammable cleaning solvent.
• Do not use gasoline to clean the drive chain.
• Dry the drive chain.
• Apply Suzuki Chain Lube or an equivalent to the link plates
and rollers.
• Reassemble the drive chain.
NOTE:
Reassemble the drive chain clip so the slit end faces opposite
the direction of rotation.
• Adjust the drive chain slack. (!2-16)
SPROCKET INSPECTION
Inspect the engine sprocket and rear sprocket for wear and
cracks. Replace the sprockets as necessary.
NOTE:
When replacing a worn sprocket, it is likely that the drive chain
will need to be replaced as well.
Direction of travel
Normal wear Excessive wear
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