6 - MV Agusta

MAINTENANCE 66EN6.11. Checking and lubricating the drive chainTo perform these operations, you must put the motorcycleon the rear stand, upright on a horizontal surfaceand with the gear in neutral.❏ Checking the chain adjustmentWARNING: Before checking the chain adjustment,contact a MV Agusta authorized centerto verify that the value of the static setup ofthe rear suspension is correct. Also makesure that the chain is properly lubricated.The axis of the chain lower portion must be 50 mm (1.97in.) from the lower chain guard. Manually turn the rearwheel and carry out the check at several points alongthe chain. The distance between the chain and the lowerchain guard must remain almost constant as the wheelturns. If the chain is only partially loosened, it meansthat some chain links are flattened, seized or elongated.If the distance is greater than 50 mm (1.97 in.), have thechain adjusted by your local MV Agusta dealer.50 mmWARNINGWhen servicing the chain, alwayswear heavy gloves and useextreme caution to avoid pinchingyour fingers between the chainand the sprocket. If your hand ispinched between the chain and thesprocket your fingers and handcould be amputated.- 141 -