Chain replacement instructions?

[jpaul]

On my 1980 GS750, I had to loosen the exhaust on the left side of the bike to get the footpeg bracket off in order to remove the front sprocket cover. I always suspected that the previous owner had tweaked something in a tip-over to require this, but don't know for sure.

 

[koolaid_kid]

AFA a good grease, any good quality grease will do. I prefer to use a marine grease, which is somewhat waterproof. I also go with a synthetic, since that is what I use on my TransAm suspension parts. I get mine at Tractor Supply Company, but it is available elsewhere also.

 

[woodsietx]

A quick follow-up.

I wasn't able to get the work done like I hoped. I have a fear of finding an easily replaced part like the flat lock washers used on the rear tire unusable when removed so I waited until I received my new ones. They arrived on Monday. I plan to wrench on it Sat. I've a time limit to get the work done so I can take my g/f for her first bike ride sometime between Dec. 12-19.

I cleaned the existing chain to see just how bad it is. It definitely needs replaced. I found that that rear sprocket is stamped 630-41 so I know it's still a stock size. The chain is not an o-ring and uses a clip master. It actually looks ok but pulls off the sprocket at the rear and has at least one link that remains kinked slightly as it passes from front to back.

I sprayed it pretty liberally with a chain lube and it's rattle noise went away but I know that's not a solution. I tightened it up correctly and the biked felt a lot better. More zip in the drive train sort of speak. Most likely, I'll get a can of the Dupont chain wax before the weekend to go with my new tube of axle grease.

I also replaced the speedo cable so I now know how fast and how far I'm driving. I consider that a major victory over the repair demons. Close examination of the tire (Ok I admit I didn't have to look too close but ...) tells me I need to replace it while I have the tire off. I have a thread where I'm looking for tire advice if anyone has thoughts. http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum/showthread.php?t=151792

Thanks everyone. Y'all are the best.

Woodsie

 

[mighty13d]

I'd get some PJ1 for the chain lube. It's *arguably* the best out there. Just a suggestion.

and yes copper based anti-seize works great.

 

[jwegman]

How's the finish on your new EMGO sprockets?

I had just received a set of sprockets (and new X chain) from z1enterprises, and find that the finish quality of the sprockets are pretty poor compared to the original Suzuki finish.

These EMGO sprockets have a sharp edge that I think really need to be dressed off otherwise it'll prematurely wear the new relatively expensive $100 chain.

Regards,
Jake