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SWINGARM AND DRIVE CHAIN
CHAS
NOTE:
CAUTION:
EAS00709
CHECKING THE DRIVE CHAIN
1. Measure:
S ten-link section
a
of the drive chain
Out of specification ! Replace the drive
chain.
Ten-link drive chain section limit
(maximum)
150.1 mm (5.91 in)
S While measuring the ten-link section, push
down on the drive chain to increase its tension.
S Measure the length between drive chain roller
1
and
11
as shown.
S Perform this measurement at two or three dif-
ferent places.
2. Check:
S drive chain
Stiffness ! Clean and lubricate or replace.
3. Clean:
S drive chain
a. Wipe the drive chain with a clean cloth.
b. Put the drive chain in kerosene and remove
any remaining dirt.
c. Remove the drive chain from the kerosene
and completely dry it.
This motorcycle has a drive chain with small
rubber O-rings
1
between the drive chain
side plates. Never use high-pressure water
or air, steam, gasoline, certain solvents
(e.g., benzine), or a coarse brush to clean the
drive chain. High-pressure methods could
force dirt or water into the drive chain’s in-
ternals, and solvents will deteriorate the O-
rings. A coarse brush can also damage the
O-rings. Therefore, use only kerosine to
clean the drive chain.
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