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SWINGARM AND DRIVE CHAIN
CHAS
NOTE:
4. Check:
S dust covers
1
S spacer
2
Damage/wear ! Replace.
S bearings
Damage/pitting ! Replace.
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CHECKING THE DRIVE CHAIN
1. Measure:
S ten-link section
a
of the drive chain
Out of specification ! Replace the drive
chain.
Ten-link drive chain section limit
(maximum)
150.1 mm (5.91 in)
S While measuring the ten-link section, push
down on the drive chain to increase its tension.
S Measure the length between drive chain roller
1
and
11
as shown.
S Perform this measurement at two or three dif-
ferent places.
2. Check:
S drive chain
Stiffness ! Clean and lubricate or replace.
3. Clean:
S drive chain
a. Wipe the drive chain with a clean cloth.
b. Put the drive chain in kerosene and remove
any remaining dirt.
c. Remove the drive chain from the kerosene
and completely dry it.