12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 88
L02128-10
– Lean the motorcycle on the side stand.
– Shift gear to neutral.
– In the area of chain sliding guard, press the chain upward toward the swingarm and
determine chain tension
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The upper chain section
must be taut.
Chain wear is not always even, so you should repeat this measurement at differ-
ent chain positions.
Chain tension 5… 7 mm (0.2… 0.28 in)
» If the chain tension does not meet specifications:
– Adjust the chain tension. ( p. 89)