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– Check the chain guide for wear.
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Wear is visible on the front of the chain guide.
» If the light part of the chain guide is worn:
– Change the chain guide.
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– Check that the chain guide is firmly seated.
» If the chain guide is loose:
– Tighten the chain guide.
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis M6 10 Nm
(7.4 lbf ft)
Finishing work
– Take the motorcycle off of the rear wheel stand. ( p. 10)
12.7.9 Cleaning the chain
Warning
Danger of accidents Oil or grease on the tires reduces their grip.
– Remove oil and grease with a suitable cleaning material.
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to oil or grease on the brake discs.
– Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease, and clean them with brake cleaner when necessary.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
– Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
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The service life of the chain depends largely on its maintenance.
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– Clean the chain regularly.
– Rinse off loose dirt with a soft jet of water.
– Remove old grease remains with chain cleaner.
Chain cleaner ( p. 226)
– After drying, apply chain spray.
Chain lube for road use ( p. 226)
12.7.10 Checking the rear hub rubber dampers
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The engine power is transmitted from the rear sprocket to the rear wheel via 6 rubber dampers. They eventually wear out during
operation. If the rubber dampers are not changed in time, the rear sprocket carrier and the rear hub will be damaged.
Preparatory work
– Raise the motorcycle with the rear wheel stand. ( p. 10)
– Remove the rear wheel. ( p. 74)
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