EAU22960
To adjust the drive chain slack
1. Axle nut
2. Chain tensioner
1. Loosen the axle nut.
2. To tighten the drive chain, turn
the adjusting plate on each side
of the swingarm in direction (a).
To loosen the drive chain, turn
the adjusting plate on each side
of the swingarm in direction (b),
and then push the rear wheel for-
ward.
NOTE:
Make sure that both adjusting plates
are in the same position for proper
wheel alignment.
ECA10570
CAUTION
Improper drive chain slack will
overload the engine as well as
other vital parts of the motorcycle
and can lead to chain slippage or
breakage. To prevent this from
occurring, keep the drive chain
slack within the specified limits.
3. Tighten the axle nut to the speci-
fied torque.
Tightening torque:
Axle nut:
90 Nm (9,0 m•kgf)
EAU23021
Lubricating the drive chain
The drive chain must be cleaned and
lubricated at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart, otherwise it will quickly
wear out, especially when riding in
dusty or wet areas. Service the drive
chain as follows.
ECA10581
CAUTION
The drive chain must be lubricated
after washing the motorcycle and
riding in the rain.
1. Clean the drive chain with kero-
sene and a small soft brush.
ECA11120
CAUTION
To prevent damaging the O-rings,
do not clean the drive chain with
steam cleaners, high-pressure
washers or inappropriate solvents.
2. Wipe the drive chain dry.
3. Thoroughly lubricate the drive
chain with a special O-ring chain
lubricant.
ECA11110
CAUTION
Do not use engine oil or any other
lubricants for the drive chain, as
they may contain substances that
could damage the O-rings.
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