2018 Kawasaki H2 SX and SX SE Chain tightening procedure.

In this video I will show you how to tighten the chain on a 2018 Kawasaki H2 SX SE. the same procedure can be used for the 18 h2 sx ,19 and 20 h2 sx se or sx se plus

[@adamstark6263]

Got a real easy solution for you all. But a 1/2 inch drive wrench and 10mm allen socket to go with it, and an adjustable C spanner. Leave everything on the bike, but get the rear wheel off the floor. Undue the 2 Allen screws at the back of the swing arm and use the C spanner to tighten the chain. Then when happy, tighten the 2 screws back up. Procedure can be done within 5 mins. Cheers 👍

[@rover5176]

Nice video Bud. I was curious as waiting for my H2 get ready for collection and saw in the manual that have no information about adjusting the chain, only says to take to a dealer - lol. It is exactly like a multistrada I had few years ago, an eccentric hub. A C spanner would do better bro, and it may not require to take everything off. Good video, appreciated your time.

[@Steve_Solomon]

Thanks for showing a method for tightening the chain! I look forward to trying this out

[@sracer3946]

You're welcome and I hope it works out for you as it worked for me. Don't forget to check the end play of the rear bearings. Mine were shot at the last rear tire change. Awaiting warranty parts to come in and repair the bearing assembly. It had 2 inches of side to side play in it when I checked it.

[@Steve_Solomon]

Did this today exactly as shown and it worked fantastic, great video bro!

[@sracer3946]

Thank you. I'm glad it helped

[@hawkslayers1]

Thank you for the video

[@Batmanmotorcyclerider]

Thank you, I just bought a 2022 H2 SX SE and was looking to find the chain adjustment for future maintenance.

[@wolfson9308]

Hello, i never had to remove the wheel for that procedure. Just used a old tool from a Z750 that was for adjust the suspension.

[@Nekminute]

This is such an easy job on a Superduke 1290, loosen one bolt and tighten with tool out your tool kit you also have lines for reference on play, no need to remove a wheel and what not.

[@stellaracrobat]

No need on SX either - same procedure - just the hook spanner needed

[@strider0106]

After watching your video I've decided to buy the cheap Kawasaki chain tightening tool so I wouldn't have to remove the exhaust and wheel just to tighten the chain. What a hassle it is doing it this way.

[@sracer3946]

I did buy the tool, but I needed to ride it before the tool arrived so in the absence of the correct tool you can still ride your bike.

[@randygreer5491]

Buy a KTM Spanner wrench, works for me.

[@sufeeb]

I always torque the pinchbolts to spec...just to be sure.

[@yourivleghert8365]

On E-bay these specific tools are sold for like 20$ max. Better to buy those then the outragious expensive chain adjustment tool from Kawasaki or doing this shit that in the end might damage something.

[@Maree_Customs]

You don't have to remove the wheel or exhaust for this...

[@sracer3946]

Yes I got the tool now and it's much easier but at that time I need to get the chain tightened asap.

[@kiddcisco]

why not used a fixed camera , works alot better

[@sracer3946]

Next time

[@richardwoodhouse8397]

Der

[@tkdruss69]

Sorry but why would you hit it with a hammer🤷‍♂️🤦‍♂️, if Yr going to have a bike like this, like I do, get the correct tool!

[@sracer3946]

Not hard enough to damage it. It didn't take much to move it.