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CHAS
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER AND SWINGARM
3.Measure:
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10 link length
a
(drive chain)
Out of specification
→
Replace the drive
chain.
NOTE:
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Tighten the drive chain with a finger before
measuring.
●
10 link length is the distance between the
inside edge of roller
1
and
A
as shown.
●
10 link length measurement should be done
at two or three different places.
10 link length limit:
119.5 mm
4.Clean:
●
Drive chain
Put it in kerosene, and brush off as much dirt
as possible. Then remove the drive chain
from the kerosene and dry it.
CAUTION:
This motorcycle has a drive chain with
small rubber O-rings
1
between the drive
chain side plates. Never use high-pressure
water or air, steam, gasoline, certain sol-
vents (e.g., benzene), or a coarse brush to
clean the drive chain.
Don’t soak drive drain in kerosine for more
than ten minutes. O-ring is damage by ker-
osine.
5.Check:
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O-rings
1
Damage
→
Replace the drive chain.
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Drive chain rollers
2
Damage/wear
→
Replace the drive chain.
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Drive chain side plates
3
Cracks/damage/wear
→
Replace the drive
chain.
Drive chain lubricant:
Engine oil or chain lubricant for
O-ring chain
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