The drive chain slack and lubrication must be checked each day before riding the motorcycle and must be maintained in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart for safety and to prevent excessive wear. If the chain becomes badly worn or maladjusted - either too loose or too tight - the chain could jump off the sprockets or break.
| WARNING A chain that breaks or jumps off the sprockets could snag on the engine sprocket or lock the rear wheel, severely damaging the motorcycle and causing it to go out of control. Inspect the chain for damage and proper adjustment before each ride. |
Clutch
Chain Slack InspectionDrive Chain Wear Inspection
Remove the chain cover (see Drive Chain Removal/Installation
in the Final Drive chapter).
Rotate the rear wheel to inspect the drive chain for damaged
rollers, and loose pins and links
If there is any irregularity, replace the drive chain.
Lubricate the drive chain if it appears dry.
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Flap and Rear Fender Rear Removal
Remove:
Front and Rear Seat (see Front/Rear Seat Removal)
Seat Covers (see Seat Cover Removal)
Vehicle-down Sensor Connector [A]
Screws [B]
Clear the seat lock cable [C] from the seat lock unit [D].
Take off the seat lock unit and the bracket.
Remove:
Bolts [A] (Both Sides ...
Cable, Wire, and Hose Routing
1. Clamp (Hold the regulator/rectifier lead. Run the lead inside of the
installation hole.)
2. Clamp (Bend down the clamp, and hold the main harness and the vacuum hose
(equipped
models).)
3. Clamp (Hold the air intake solenoid valve lead (equipped models).)
4. Run the vacuum hose under ...