2-25 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
AUTOMATIC CLUTCH INSPEC-
TION
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These motorcycles are equipped with an automat-
ic clutch and variable ratio belt drive transmission.
The engagement of the clutch is governed by
engine RPMs and centrifugal mechanism located
in the clutch.
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To insure proper performance and longer lifetime
of the clutch assembly it is essential that the
clutch engages smoothly and gradually. The fol-
lowing inspections must be performed :
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INITIAL ENGAGEMENT INSPECTION
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Warm up the engine to normal operating tempera-
ture.
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Lift and support the side cover with the side cover
stay. (Refer to page 2-2)
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Connect the engine tachometer to the high-ten-
sion cord
①
.
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Seated on the motorcycle with the motorcycle on
level ground, increase the engine RPMs slowly
and note the RPM at which the motorcycle begins
to move forward.
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CLUTCH “LOCK-UP” INSPECTION
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Perform this inspection to determine if the clutch is
engaging fully and not slipping.
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Apply the front and rear brakes as firm as possi-
ble.
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Briefly open the throttle fully and note the maxi-
mum engine RPMs sustained during the test
cycle.
1,800 ~ 2,400 rpm
Engagement rpm
2,300 ~ 2,900 rpm
Lock-up rpm
CAUTION
Do not apply fully power for more than 3 seconds
or damage to the clutch or engine may occur.
Engine tachometer : 09900-26006
①
4,100 ~ 4,700 rpm
Lock-up rpm
3,600 ~ 4,200 rpm
Engagement rpm
Summary of Contents for MS3 125
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