PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-187EAU22762Drive chain slackThe drive chain slack should bechecked before each ride and adjustedif necessary.EAU22775To check the drive chain slack1. Place the motorcycle on the side-stand.TIPWhen checking and adjusting the drivechain slack, there should be no weighton the motorcycle.2. Shift the transmission into theneutral position.3. Measure the drive chain slack asshown.4. If the drive chain slack is incorrect,adjust it as follows.EAU40115To adjust the drive chain slackConsult a Yamaha dealer before ad-justing the drive chain slack.1. Loosen the brake pedal free playadjusting nut, axle nut, and lock-nut at each end of the swingarm.2. To tighten the drive chain, turn thedrive chain slack adjusting nut ateach end of the swingarm in direc-Drive chain slack:35.0–45.0 mm (1.38–1.77 in)1. Drive chain slack 1. Brake pedal free play adjusting nut2. Drive chain slack adjusting nut3. Locknut1. Axle nut2. Drive chain slack adjusting nut3. Locknut1232 31
