Step By Step: How To Inspect, Lubricate, and Adjust a Motorcycle Chain

Once you've moved the rear axle, make sure that both sides are aligned perfectly before tightening, since not doing so can prematurely wear both the chain and the sprockets. Evenly tighten the axle nut(s) and replace the cotter pin with a new one.

We would like to thank Pro Italia for allowing us to photograph this maintenance procedure at their Glendale, California service bay.