- Remove the swingarm (See Swingarm Removal in the Suspension chapter).
- Visually inspect the chain guide [A].
Replace the chain guide if it shows any signs of abnormal wear or damage.
Chain Guide Inspection (Kawasaki KLE 650)
Replace the chain guide if it shows any signs of abnormal wear or damage.
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Drive Chain Wear Inspection
Wheel Alignment Inspection
Drive Chain Slack Adjustment
Drive Chain Slack Inspection
Drive Chain Lubrication Condition Inspection
Wheel Bearing Damage Inspection
Tire Tread Wear, Abnormal Wear Inspection
Wheel/Tire Damage Inspection
Air Pressure Inspection
Clutch Operation Inspection
Wheel Alignment Inspection
Drive Chain Slack Adjustment
Drive Chain Slack Inspection
Drive Chain Lubrication Condition Inspection
Wheel Bearing Damage Inspection
Tire Tread Wear, Abnormal Wear Inspection
Wheel/Tire Damage Inspection
Air Pressure Inspection
Clutch Operation Inspection
Brake Fluid Leak (Brake Hose and Pipe) Inspection
Brake Hose and Pipe Damage and Installation Condition Inspection
Brake Operation Inspection
Brake Fluid Level Inspection
Brake Pad Wear Inspection
Brake Light Switch Operation Inspection
Front Forks/Rear Shock Absorber Operation Inspection
Front Fork Oil Leak Inspection
Rear Shock Absorber Oil Leak Inspection
Steering Play Inspection
Brake Hose and Pipe Damage and Installation Condition Inspection
Brake Operation Inspection
Brake Fluid Level Inspection
Brake Pad Wear Inspection
Brake Light Switch Operation Inspection
Front Forks/Rear Shock Absorber Operation Inspection
Front Fork Oil Leak Inspection
Rear Shock Absorber Oil Leak Inspection
Steering Play Inspection
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