DIY How to Replace Your Chain and Sprockets | KTM 390 Adventure

[@othgmark1]

I would recommend a twin ring style or steel on the rear. It is an adventure bike no need for the miniscule weight savings on an aluminum sprocket. The chain and the countershaft will both last longer as well. I always use aluminum on race bikes but not on anything else. The money l save on a steel rear goes into buying the best quality xring chain l can afford. Top quality chains will pay for themselves as the sprockets do not wear out nearly as fast.

[@manybikes]

Yeah, I already had this Aluminum one on hand (left over from my Duke) or I would have gone back to steel. I love supersprocks too... Might try that next. X and W chains are worth the $$$ that is for sure. Wanted to give this Primary Drive chain a shot just to see how it holds up against the DID I have been running.

[@maximusmiles8435]

I really don't get why you don't have more subscribers. Kyle is awesome.

[@manybikes]

@@maximusmiles8435 Awe! Thanks for your support.

[@TinyTJ04]

That rear sprocket was smoked! Definitely good to see someone replace it all and not just the rear sprocket.

[@manybikes]

Yes, I was toast!!! Should have replace it 1k miles earlier ;)

[@4N2IN0JA]

I have never seen a sprocket that worn down! I didn’t even think that was possible.

[@manybikes]

This was the point it started to slip. All good until it got here...

[@rickalexander3573]

Not just a tire guy! I love this video! I'm going to have to do this to my Africa Twin. That bike is just geared way to high. I had it about figured out,and a guy at work confirmed some of the stuff I was looking at. I'm going to start with a 15 being I have a 16 stock. I was looking at that tool,and you have sold me! I'm fixing to get the tires,and all the stuff to do the chain and sprocket. I see a lot of different links for your channel. Is the best one for you if I can get the stuff I need @manybikes? Thanks

[@manybikes]

That motion pro PBR Tool has been in my tool box since 2005. I LOVE IT and it has changed no less than 70 chains over the years. There are less expensive ones out there... but this tool is worth the investment. I got the aluminum light weight version once... but broke it. For the garage, this is the tool.

[@cafeteropiper2811]

Great video, as always! I've got a question: should I lube that new chain before riding? Or do they come lubed enough out of the box? Thanx

[@manybikes]

They come lubed. But they recommend a clean, lube and adjustment every 500 miles.

[@WOODZMAN]

Haha I have seen people run sprockets that bad before, there answer was just tighten the chain more lol

[@manybikes]

It was WAY past due!

[@offroadistheway]

Question. I've seen a few people use zipties on the spokes. What is the purpose of doing that? :)

[@manybikes]

It ties them together providing more strength. It keeps broken spokes in place too.

[@BNE_STAR]

Curious what jack you are using to lift the bike.

[@manybikes]

Craftsman Motorcycle Jack I purchased back in 2000

[@itsallabouttheridekeepingi4449]

That’s obviously an easy front sprocket to get off , some bikes it’s easier leaving the rear wheel on and braking the “ centre lock not “ and loosening the rear sprocket nuts prior to taking rear wheel off . As you have done ✅ that bike before you obviously know that this is not required.

[@manybikes]

Yes, this is my 3rd go round. My 950 and 1190 have a folding washer. Still pretty easy.

[@mototrailz]

rear sprocket is beyond shot 😱

[@manybikes]

@@mototrailz just a little ;)

[@dadge2500]

Yeah, I went to your links for the rear sprocket and they did not show Ktm 390 adventure in any of the three street doors sport or dirt selections which one did you go with??

[@manybikes]

@@dadge2500 JTA890-45 amzn.to/46VBTd4

[@manybikes]

Here is the Front: amzn.to/4fSY9In

[@dadge2500]

I found them on Amazon, but I tried your other link that was not Amazon and it gave me those choices. Thank you very much. Happy riding .

[@manybikes]

@@dadge2500 yeah, the Rocky Mountian Year / Make / Model is a bit strange.

[@ajhertel]

Do you have zipties on your wheel spokes?

[@manybikes]

Yes. Chinese wheels and spokes have been known to come loose. This kees them tied in...

[@dancurran3854]

Why aluminum vs steel?

[@manybikes]

Super light weight. I should be running steel though... But this bike wears chains out quickly so they are both done at the same time. $120 per set... I am ok with that.