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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
3. Tighten the fixing nut, by keeping the position of the adjusting screw unchanged.
4. Test the condition of the clutch by shifting gears for several times.
If the problem still exists you should visit an authorised Nipponia service point.
Drive chain
The drive chain must be inspected and lubricated according to the maintenance schedule. Especially while
driving in a dusty environment, maintenance must be enhanced. A worn or a wrongly adjusted drive chain
(too tight or too loose) may break or come off the sprockets.
Drive chain inspection
1. Set the motorcycle on the main stand in neutral gear position.
2. If the drive chain is dry, lubricate it with oil
3. Rotate the rear wheel in order to find whether the drive chain is tight.
4. Measure the free play at the centre of the drive chain. The free play should be between 10-25mm.
5. Check the wear condition of the drive chain. Replace if necessary.
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WARNING:
- To avoid injuring do not touch the engine or the exhaust muffler when they are warm during the adjustment
of the clutch.
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WARNING:
- There is a great danger of engine damage or the rear wheel blocking if the drive chain breaks or comes off the
sprockets.