2008 Ducati Superbike 848 Owners Manual - Page 75

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Checking the chain tension (fig. 61) Important Have the chain tensioned at a Ducati Dealer or Authorized Workshop. Chain tensioning (on sidestand): position the tape measure half way along the bottom run of the chain, press the chain down and adjust the tension until the distance between the aluminium of the swingarm and the centre of the chain pivot is 31 to 33 mm. Important Using non-specific lubricants may cause severe damage to the chain and the front and rear sprocket. E Warning The tensioner lock nuts (1) must be tightened correctly to ensure rider safety. Important An incorrectly tensioned chain will cause the rapid wear of transmission parts. Lubricating the drive chain The chain fitted on your motorcycle has O-rings that keep dirt out of and lubricant inside the sliding parts. So as not to damage these seals when cleaning the chain, use special solvents and avoid aggressive washing with high-pressure steam cleaners. After cleaning, blow the chain dry with compressed air or wipe with an absorbent material, then lubricate each link with SHELL Advance Chain or Advance Teflon Chain. 31 ÷ 33 mm fig. 61 . 75

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Checking the chain tension
(fig. 61)
Important
Have the chain tensioned at a Ducati Dealer or
Authorized Workshop.
Chain tensioning (on sidestand): position the tape measure
half way along the bottom run of the chain, press the chain
down and adjust the tension until the distance between
the aluminium of the swingarm and the centre of the chain
pivot is 31 to 33 mm.
Warning
The tensioner lock nuts (1) must be tightened correctly
to ensure rider safety.
Important
An incorrectly tensioned chain will cause the rapid
wear of transmission parts.
Lubricating the drive chain
The chain fitted on your motorcycle has O-rings that keep
dirt out of and lubricant inside the sliding parts.
So as not to damage these seals when cleaning the chain,
use special solvents and avoid aggressive washing with
high-pressure steam cleaners.
After cleaning, blow the chain dry with compressed air or
wipe with an absorbent material, then lubricate each link
with SHELL Advance Chain or Advance Teflon Chain.
Important
Using non-specific lubricants may cause severe
damage to the chain and the front and rear sprocket.
.
31 รท 33 mm
fig. 61