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chane probloms

  • Thread starter Thread starter Bill
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I had the same issue sprocket swap and a new chain is the way to go .
 
If Bill comes back and states that he has Monica out a-workin' on the bike....I know WHO it is!!!!!!!!
 
sorry guys a was just a little wasted from the night be for.
you were wright though the chain has some froze links but I found when I pulled the chain that there is a 1/4 play on the front drive sprocket. Is that normal? It always slammed but I took it for a lose chain.
 
I can't believe how great this thread is...

Bill, depending on how bad your chain is, a good cleaning of all the links and sprockets with a heavy de-greaser and perhaps some compressed air followed by a proper lubrication is in order but it does sound like your chain is worn out and needs to be replaced. If you can lift the chain off the rear sprocket and see more than half of any tooth, it's time for a new one. Once you've got the chain off and in the garbage, inspect your sprockets for wear. If any of the teeth are worn or beginning to 'hook' you'll need new sprockets as well. A worn chain can eat up sprockets in a very short time and it sounds like you've been running a worn chain for a long time. If your sprockets are fine, just clean them and check for alignment. Once your new chain is on, tension it to factory specifications and ensure that your rear wheel is properly aligned. Here's a link with a great write-up for properly lubing a chain:
http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/howto/122_0506_motorcycle_chain_lube/index.html


For the love of god, stop riding the bike until you've got the chain issues taken care of. Also, tell me which web browser you use and I'll give you a link for how to turn active spell-checking on.
 
Hi,

There should be no play on either sprocket, both should be tight and immovable. There may be a little play on the front sprocket from the gearbox, but it should be tight on the shaft.

Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff
 
So we didn't scare him away... now we know the reason. After all is said and done, new stuff and go ride... the weather in not getting any better in this area.
Curt
 
I put a new chain on yesterday. I bought a O ring chain. before I replaced it I checked the sprockets. thy were really good. to carecked my self the front sprocket it self has no play but the gear box dos. the new chain fixed allot of the troubles though.
and can you tell me though how much slack the chain should have? my rule of thumb is a inch.
 
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