Yamaha YZF-R1C Owner's Manual Page 92

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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6
NOTE:
_
Using the alignment marks on each
side of the swingarm, make sure that
both chain pullers are in the same posi-
tion for proper wheel alignment.
_
EC000096
CAUTION:
_
Improper drive chain slack will over-
load the engine as well as other vital
parts of the motorcycle and can lead
to chain slippage or breakage. To
prevent this from occurring, keep
the drive chain slack within the
specified limits.
_
3. Tighten the locknuts, and then
tighten the axle nut to the specified
torque.
EAU03006
Lubricating the drive chain
The drive chain must be cleaned and
lubricated at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart, otherwise it will quickly wear
out, especially when riding in dusty or
wet areas. Service the drive chain as
follows.
EC000097
CAUTION:
_
The drive chain must be lubricated
after washing the motorcycle or
riding in the rain.
_
1. Clean the drive chain with kero-
sene and a small soft brush.
ECA00053
CAUTION:
_
To prevent damaging the O-rings,
do not clean the drive chain with
steam cleaners, high-pressure
washers or inappropriate solvents.
_
2. Wipe the drive chain dry.
3. Thoroughly lubricate the drive
chain with a special O-ring chain
lubricant.
ECA00052
CAUTION:
_
Do not use engine oil or any other
lubricants for the drive chain, as
they may contain substances that
could damage the O-rings.
_
Tightening torque:
Axle nut:
150 Nm (15.0 m·kgf, 108 ft·lbf)
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