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Where does the CX/GL cam chain get it's lubrication from?


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Wondering where the cam chain gets it's lubrication from? There is an aperture in the crank plate just for this purpose:

Here are some photos showing the oil spray hole for lubricating the cam chain on a Honda CX500, GL500, CX650 or GL650 motorcycle as shown on MotoFaction.org.

A closeup:

Here are some photos showing the oil spray hole for lubricating the cam chain on a Honda CX500, GL500, CX650 or GL650 motorcycle as shown on MotoFaction.org.

Whenever there is oil pressure the cam chain will be getting a constant spray of fresh oil from this little hole.



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