Service manual

CHAS
INSTALLING THE DRIVE CHAIN
4-70
EAS00713
INSTALLING THE DRIVE CHAIN
1. Lubricate:
• drive chain
• master link <NEW>
2. Install:
• drive chain
• drive sprocket 
• washer 
• drive sprocket nut 
NOTE:
While applying the rear brake, tighten the drive
sprocket nut.
3. Install:
• master link 
• O-ring 
• master link plate 
(with a drive chain cutter)
CAUTION
Never install a new drive chain onto worn
drive chain sprockets; this will dramatically
shorten the drive chain’s life.
4. Adjust:
• drive chain slack
Refer to “ADJUSTING THE DRIVE CHAIN
SLACK” in chapter 3.
Recommended lubricant
Engine oil or chain lubricant sui-
table for O-ring chains
60 Nm (6.0 m•kg, 43 ft•lb)
Drive chain slack DT125RE
45 ~ 55 mm (1.77 ~ 2.16 in)
Drive chain slack DT125X
25 ~ 40 mm (0.984 ~ 1.575 in)
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