Stop the engine.
Place the vehicle on the stand.
Put the gearbox in neutral.
Check chain slack in the lower straight portion of chain. The vertical movement of the chain midway between the sprockets should be approximately 25-35 mm.
Wheel the motorcycle forward to check slack at various sections of the chain. Slack should be the same throughout one full turn of the wheel.
Warning! fSla If slack is greater at particular positions of the chain, it means that some links are warped or have seized. To prevent seizure, lubricate the chain frequently; see 2.21.5.
Chain slack must be adjusted whenever outside the specified range of 25-35 mm, even when it is consistent at all positions of the chain. See 2.21.3.
Warning!
- Exceeding slack in the chain may cause the chain to rattle or knock, resulting in a worn chain slider and guide.
- Improper maintenance may lead to early wear of the chain and/or sprocket damage.
- Service the final drive more frequently when the motorcycle is used in demanding conditions or on dusty/muddy roads.