Cannondale S440 - Manual (Page 58)

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2003 Motorcycle OM.fm
WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death.
not rubbing against the brake pads.
Drive chain stretch inspection
Measure a section of the drive chain while it is ten-
sioned between the sprockets to determine whether
it is worn beyond the service limit.
1. Shift the transmission into gear.
2. Turn the wheel forward until the lower section of
chain is pulled taut. With the chain taut and all
links straight (not kinked), measure a span of 17
pins from pin center to pin center. If the distance
exceeds the service limit, replace the chain.
Master link clip inspection
The open end of the masterlink clip must face the
opposite direction of the chain rotation.
Chain length (service limit): 10.20 (259.0 mm)
1. Countershaft sprocket
2. Rear sprocket
a. 17 pins
(1) (2)
17 pins
17 pins
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Chain coming off unexpectedly
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
If the master link clip is installed incorrectly
it can be dislodged allowing the chain to
break during operation. This will cause you
to lose control. You can be seriously injured
or killed.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Anytime the drive chain is serviced make
sure the drive chain clip is completely
installed in its groove and the open end of
the clip faces opposite the chain rotation.
Make sure the master link clip is completely
installed in its groove.
1. Clip
a. Open end
b. Direction of chain rotation
b
a
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