Suzuki DR 125 User Manual

2-12 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
• Remove the spark arrester.
• Remove carbon deposits from the spark arrester by using a
brush.
• Inspect the spark arrester for damage. If any defects are
found, replace the spark arrester with a new one.
DRIVE CHAIN
Visually inspect the drive chain for the possible defects listed
below.
* Loose pin * Twisted or seized links
* Damaged rollers * Excessive wear
* Rusted links * Kinked or binding links
If any defects are found, the drive chain must be replaced.
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CHECKING AND ADJUSTING
• Remove the rear axle cotter pin
1.
• Loosen the rear axle nut
2.
• Tense the drive chain fully by turning both chain adjusters
3.
• Count out 21 pins (20-pitch) on the chain measure the dis-
tance between the two points. If the distance exceeds the ser-
vice limit, the chain must be replaced.
$ Drive chain 20-pitch length: 259.0 mm (10.20 in)
NOTE:
When replacing the drive chain, replace the drive chain and
sprockets as a set.
Clean, lubricate and inspect each time the motorcycle
is ridden.
The standard drive chain is DID428HG. SUZUKI rec-
ommends to use this standard drive chain as a
replacement.

Suzuki DR 125 Specifications

General

Brand	Suzuki
Model	DR 125
Category	Motorcycle
Language	English