11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 82
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Main work
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Loosen nut
.
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Loosen nuts
.
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Adjust the chain tension by turning adjusting screws
on the left and right.
Guideline
Chain tension 5 mm (0.2 in)
Turn the left and right adjusting screws
so that the markings on the left and right
chain adjusters
are in the same position relative to the reference marks
. The
rear wheel is then correctly aligned.
Info
The upper chain section must be taut.
Chain wear is not always even. Repeat this measurement at different chain posi-
tions.
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Tighten nuts
.
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Make sure that the chain adjusters
are installed correctly on adjusting screws
.
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Tighten nut
.
Guideline
Nut, rear wheel spindle M25x1.5 90 Nm
(66.4 lbf ft)
11.18 Checking the chain, rear sprocket, engine sprocket, and chain guide
Preparatory work
– Raise the motorcycle with the rear wheel stand. ( p. 70)