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11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 51

Preparatory work

– Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 34)

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Main work

– Clean the chain regularly and then treat with chain spray.

Chain cleaner ( p. 95)

Off-road chain spray ( p. 95)

Finishing work

– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 34)

11.34 Checking the chain tension

Warning

Danger of accidents Incorrect chain tension damages components and results in accidents.

If the chain is tensioned too much, the chain, engine sprocket, rear sprocket, transmission and rear wheel bearings wear more

quickly. Some components may break if overloaded.

If the chain is too loose, the chain may fall off the engine sprocket or the rear sprocket. As a result, the rear wheel locks or

the engine will be damaged.

– Check the chain tension regularly.

– Set the chain tension in accordance with the specification.

Preparatory work

– Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 34)

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Main work

(50 SX)

– Press the chain upward at the end of the chain sliding piece and determine

chain tension

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The upper part of the chain

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must be taut.

Chain wear is not always even, so you should repeat this measurement

at different chain positions.

Chain tension 5… 8 mm (0.2… 0.31 in)

» If the chain tension does not meet the specification:

– Adjust the chain tension. ( p. 52)

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(50 SX Mini)