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SFM 649 033.1
1
A
30 - 35 mm
2
3
3
Checking and adjusting the drive chain
Adjusting the chain
CAUTION
It is essential to have the tightening
torques checked by a Sachs-dealer.
Too tight adjustment of the chain will
cause bearing damage on engine and
rear wheel and result in excessive wear
of the chain.
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Loosen the axle nut (2).
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Adjust the chain adjusters (3) evenly on
both sides (rear wheel must be in line
with the front wheel).
Checking the chain for wear
CAUTION
The adjustment of the chain infl uences
the wear of chain and sprocket.
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Prop the motorbike up on the side
stand.
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Hold the chain (1) at the furthest rear
point of the sprocket and pull it off.
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With correct chain tension, it should not
be possible to lift the chain higher than
the teeth of the sprocket.
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If the chain can be pulled higher, have
chain, sprocket and pinion replaced by
your Sachs-dealer.
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Let the rear end of the motorbike drop
to the suspension limit.
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Push in the drive chain up half way
between sprocket and pinion. Measure
the travel.
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Tighten the axle nut (2).
Nominal value: A = 30-35 mm
Torque
Axle nut (2):
50-60 Nm
NOTES ON MAINTENANCE
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