11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 48
11.37 Checking the chain, rear sprocket, engine sprocket, and chain guide
Preparatory work
– Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. ( p. 32)
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Main work
– Shift gear to neutral.
– Check the rear sprocket and engine sprocket for wear.
» If the rear sprocket or engine sprocket is worn:
– Change the drivetrain kit.
Info
The engine sprocket, rear sprocket, and chain should always be
changed together.
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Pull on the upper part of the chain with specified weight
.
Guideline
Weight, chain wear measurement 10… 15 kg (22… 33 lb.)
–
Measure distance
of 18 chain links in the lower chain section.
Info
Chain wear is not always even, so you should repeat this measurement at
different chain positions.
Maximum distance
at the longest
chain section
219 mm (8.62 in)
»
If distance
is greater than the specified measurement:
– Change the drivetrain kit.
Info
When you replace the chain, you should also change the rear
sprocket and engine sprocket.
New chains wear out faster on an old, worn rear sprocket or engine
sprocket.
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– Check the chain sliding guard for wear.
» If the lower edge of the chain pins is in line with or below the chain sliding
guard:
– Change the chain sliding guard.
– Check the chain sliding guard for tightness.
» If the chain sliding guard is loose:
– Tighten the screws on the chain sliding guard.
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis M6 10 Nm
(7.4 lbf ft)
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