Honda Rebel Chain Maintenance and adjustment.

A detailed "How To" step by step for Chain cleaning and adjustment on the Honda Rebel CMX500.
#hondarebel, #rebel500, #cmx500, #chainclean, #chainmaintenance
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[@losttouristpresents]

Thank you for your video. No hype all business tutorial. All the camera angles used gave good viewing angles of the work to be done. Instructions crystal clear.

[@SLIGHT_]

Thank you.

[@Northbear59]

This is the real super good video for the chain that I have see. I have put the translation to have it in French. Its really perfect. Detail : I like the soft voice too, give no stress and make more relax this time LOL. And you take your time like this we have time to see all correctly. Merci beaucoup !!!

[@SLIGHT_]

Appreciate the comment. Thank you.

[@jedos123]

Thanks! I've been wanting to do this on mine. Most clear instructional video I have seen!

[@nielfaderog7634]

Very good video! Thank you, that was very informative.👍🏽

[@SLIGHT_]

@@nielfaderog7634 I appreciate that dude.

[@jasonshortphd]

Only thing I do different if verify the alignment. Especially if someone else has done a chain adjustment before me. Want that wheel running straight.

[@SLIGHT_]

Excellent point. As I am the only one working on this, I know the adjustment is done correctly. Yet for this I should have added that. Thank you for the add. Completely agree with you.

[@christie4381]

great video! explained the process really well. looking forward to doing this on my rebel in the near future!

[@jacquebateman]

Great video. Easy to follow and I love that you put the product details in your description. 👍

[@parkerrollins774]

Great video got it done in like 10 minutes

[@SLIGHT_]

Nice dude!

[@vincentrunco3101]

Thanks for making this video...super easy to follow.

[@lhagvaabold3283]

Thank you, i just finished installing a new chain.

[@SLIGHT_]

Happy you found value in the video. Thanks for watching.

[@lhagvaabold3283]

@@SLIGHT_ now I’m going to change motor oil and coolant

[@SLIGHT_]

@@lhagvaabold3283 lots of visual aids on the channel. Hope they help.

[@lhagvaabold3283]

@@SLIGHT_ I’ll change gaskets of pipe. How much foot pounds tightening in 4 bolts of pipe?

[@SLIGHT_]

@@lhagvaabold3283 what pipe?

[@justincooper3833]

Thanks for the share! Great video!

[@SLIGHT_]

Thank you.

[@Contactsporttrashtalk]

Great video but shouldn't your name be reek not slight. By far the best mechanic and makes everything he tells you simple enough to understand

[@SLIGHT_]

Lol… reek? Come on now brother lol. Thanks for the kind words. When you getting on two wheels?? I’ll have you turning wrenches in no time. Lol

[@Contactsporttrashtalk]

@@SLIGHT_ give me a month and I'll go get my m1 license

[@tylusqdo]

I learned alot from this video. One thing I don't understand is how did you keep the rear axle hex bolt from spinning when you tighten up the nut to 65 foot lbs after the chain adjustment? I had to go to the mechanic friend and borrow a 14mm hex tool in the end. Thanks

[@SLIGHT_]

Exactly. You need to use the breaker bar with the 14 hex to be able to stop it from moving. My mistake for not making that more clear. Thanks for watching.

[@davidbreen4353]

i just watched this again, when you torque the adjustment bolts, my torque doesn't have that wrench attachment, how to i prevent the actual adjuster from turning?

[@SLIGHT_]

You’ll need that crowd foot as a socket will not allow you to confirm this doesn’t move. I can find a cheap set for you via Amazon. Let me know.

[@michaeljag7854]

Thanks ..- good Information!

[@WesleyParham]

This video is very helpful👍🏼 I just bought my bike and the chain was really loose. But i do have to ask what saddle bags are on the bike i want those😅

[@SLIGHT_]

Thanks dude! The left swing arm bag, by Willie and max. If the link is not in the description I’ll add one here (if I can find one)

[@sascha_pfeifer]

Hi. Great instructional video! Thanks again for sharing. This will help me a lot ;) Take care.

[@SLIGHT_]

Thanks for your comment. I have many videos covering maintenance and accessory installs. Check them out!!

[@sascha_pfeifer]

@@SLIGHT_ For sure!!! It is such a great help for me to do my maintenance and more to have your vids at my side! I really appriciate your advices and wish you all the best for the next time!

[@giannirusso9639]

successfully done! any brake pad videos?

[@SLIGHT_]

Not released yet… it’s recorded and set in the schedule. Might have to jump the list as a few people have asked for this one.

[@dennisderamos7736]

Thank you!

[@IAMMRLIMA]

An amazing video thank you

[@kevinparker2409]

Is there any way to adjust it on the ground? My lift doesn't fit with the stock pipe and neither does my jack

[@SLIGHT_]

Stands make it easy as it keeps the bike up. Yet you technically don’t require the bike on the stand to tighten the chain.

[@connordena2313]

Thank you for the video! Only question I have is what are you measuring from?

[@SLIGHT_]

Chain rest to chain flex. You’re measuring the “play”

[@eneroabril]

Hello friend, I want to buy the mustang seat, for my Rebel 500 and I want to know if it is much different from the original? if it is worth paying what it costs? Thank you

[@SLIGHT_]

Personally I absolutely love it. Hands down my favorite modification on my rebel. My commute ride is about 1hr, with the stock seat it was difficult. No issues with the mustang. Be aware though it does more then seat height about 1” up and a little forward.

[@splroska]

Hey brother great video, I had a question I just adjusted my chain for the first time the thing is the marker on the left side is on 4 lines and 2 lines on right side, the chain is tight enough but is that an issue??

[@SLIGHT_]

Was this before or after the adjustment? What you do to the left should also be done in the right so it should also be on the same lines. Sounds like the wheel may be out of alignment (you can confirm this by a chain alignment tool)

[@splroska]

@SLIGHT_ after I adjusted it but for some reason I couldn't get it too match, I'll order an alignment tool thank you for responding to me so quickly!

[@rubenvasconcelos4197]

Hello there. Nice video. Could you make one explaining how to remove front sproket cover?

[@SLIGHT_]

Yes absolutely I will make that video. Thank you for the suggestion.

[@rubenvasconcelos4197]

@@SLIGHT_ tks for you're reply. Will wait for that video. Maybe you can join how to verify the aligment. Tks a lot, you're videos are very explicit, make that look so easy hehe. (Follow you from Portugal 👍🏻

[@miketan1781]

Thank you for the informative video. Going to do it with My chain chain replacement. My chain is currently in the red zone it has 11k miles is that acceptable wear? Btw what paddock stand are you using?

[@SLIGHT_]

Depends on how often you service the chain. I see many replaced at 10k… yet, I got almost 40,000km on my OEM chain. I maintain my chain every 1000km and/or rain or wash… way overkill. Video for chain replacement kzbin.info/www/bejne/rGq8e2eiqamNiZY The stands I use are found in the video description. Thanks for watching!!

[@extravagantmedia8970]

What if I adjusted them different amounts by mistake

[@SLIGHT_]

There is a tool for this. “Chain aligner” I have a coming video on this l. Stay tuned.

[@friedpickles342]

What kind of stand do you use for the front and read for maintenance?

[@SLIGHT_]

Rear stand I use is made by venom. You can click the link in the description. Front I don’t personally have at this time.

[@petrovski1948]

Hi Slight_, I’ve just recently bought a cmx500se 2023. What size is the Allen key on the near side of the rear wheel? Also, I noticed you can spin the rear wheel really easy whereas the rear wheel on my bike needs two hands to rotate it. I’ve not got a paddock stand but I’m using a twin metal roller device to sit the rear wheel on. My bike has 800 miles on it. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

[@SLIGHT_]

The rear axle uses a 14mm hex. You’ll notice the rear tire will be harder to move on the rollers as the weight is still on them. It’s like moving your bike with your hands in that way. I suggest the pad stands (found in the description) it makes these things much more easy to complete. Feel free to email or message me with any questions.

[@petrovski1948]

Thank you 👍

[@Metricamn]

My first chain lube was with Motul because they say you can go longer between lubes with it but it is such a job to apply it. After doing some research on lubes it seems the top chain lube for all around is actually an 80wt 90wt gear oil like Maxima for example. Next lube I am going that way. Have you ever tried gear oil ? Kit

[@SLIGHT_]

As I still have some chain lube I use it… yet many manufacturers actually recommend gear oil. For fun you can also watch Ryan (fortnine) as he breaks down cleaner and lube… surprisingly the gear oil works better then most other lubes.

[@SLIGHT_]

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[@edstarbaby]

Where did you get that carbon fiber tank overlay? That looks awesome!

[@SLIGHT_]

Company is Called ACF, they do all the carbon fiber I have on my Rebel. I now have the front fender as well. Check out the link. Thanks for watching kzbin.info/www/bejne/lZ26qX-Gor2Ymdk Link to their page is in the description.

[@Yamaha_Bolt]

What stands do you use?

[@SLIGHT_]

They’re venom stands. Link will be found in the video’s description. If that doesn’t work, let me know, I will look for another.

[@jamesyoh1373]

Thank you for a very helpful video. Do you mind giving me the link to buy all the tools I need to perform the maintenance you showed in the video?

[@SLIGHT_]

Most of these tools are professional grade tools. Unless you’re a tech like myself… they’re a little over kill. If you’d like a can gather a list of tools that are similar. Let me know.

[@jamesyoh1373]

@@SLIGHT_ I would love to have a similar list. And you are correct, I am not a professional mechanic, lol.

[@SLIGHT_]

@@jamesyoh1373 ok I’ll send that later today. Yeah no point spending thousands of dollars unless you need to right.

[@jamesyoh1373]

@@SLIGHT_ I just want to avoid unnecessary repairs. Your video was very instructive on how to maintain the proper chain tension.

[@SLIGHT_]

@@jamesyoh1373 list is almost done. Few more things then I’ll post it. Sorry for the delay.

[@danxphantom9447]

How often do you have to adjust the chain?? Also you clean and re lube the chain every 1000 km?

[@SLIGHT_]

Yes you clean and lube the chain every 1,000km. Sooner if you ride in the rain. It will take you 5mins after you do it a few times Also you adjust the chain when it’s out of spec. Get yourself a BPA adjustment tool and checking the slack is also extremely fast (adjustment too) BPA-RACING Motorcycle Chain Slack Adjuster Tool kzbin.info/www/bejne/eIqTiZ2Dgt2BgdE

[@TruthSeeker9038]

Not sure I understand what you’re adjusting the chain to. Are you suppose to measure a certain distance from the ground?

[@SLIGHT_]

I’m measuring the Chain slack. So the “movement” of the chain. Honda makes it easy by having the spec on the swing arm. You zero the measurement that way you have it measured to the nearest inch. Then calculate the difference.

[@TruthSeeker9038]

@@SLIGHT_ ahhhh okay thanks!

[@TheBikerCuteChannel]

Alright!

[@Wood100]

Does the chain get tighter when the wheel is not in the air? When you sit on it (the bike, not the wheel)? I have experienced this on some bikes, especially dirt bikes.

[@SLIGHT_]

It should depends on where you Jack the rear up. With the rebel you are still having the weight of the rear shock as the contact is on the swing arm. This keeps the rear end compressed like the tire was on the ground. While with most dirt bikes you’d use a centre stand completely removing any weight from the rear (relaxing the suspension). Great question btw!! Appreciate your time.

[@Wood100]

@@SLIGHT_ Makes sense!

[@MustafizurRahmanMahim]

what's the torque wrench called, i cant find it on Amazon

[@SLIGHT_]

Torque wrench I use is from snap on. I also have a Matco 3/8 I will look to see if I can find a good one on Amazon. Give me a sec.

[@SLIGHT_]

1/2” amzn.to/3U9VG07 3/8 (need to go as low as 15ft/lbs) amzn.to/3OF717p

[@twowheelsdown4623]

are the torque specs the same for 2022 rebel 300?

[@SLIGHT_]

Yes

[@user-rh4cm2tw9h]

What can I use if I don't have an interchangeable head torque wrench?

[@SLIGHT_]

do you have a torque wrench? only other option is to guess with "tightening" yet this is not recommended

[@user-rh4cm2tw9h]

@@SLIGHT_ Yes! I did some googling and realize that I can use a crowfoot wrench to connect to the torque, right?

[@SLIGHT_]

@@user-rh4cm2tw9h ah ok. Sorry I wasn’t understanding your question at first. You’re looking to torque the end caps. Yes, crows foot is that’s what I used. 17mm is the size you’ll need. Hope this helps

[@user-rh4cm2tw9h]

@@SLIGHT_ I realized after I typed it it might be confusing, so thank you for clarifying! One more question - I have seen different things re: math and how to calculate torque when using a crows foot if it is not at a 90 degree angle. It looks like you used it straight on, meaning the crows foot head was not at a 90 degree angle to the handle. Can you explain more about that? Thanks so much for the quick responses! This is my first time doing this and I'll need to buy all the tools, so making sure I know what to get/how to use them. THANK YOU!

[@SLIGHT_]

@@user-rh4cm2tw9h not a problem. Using a crows wrench at 90deg to the torque handle doesn’t change the torque value. Extended you technically need to calculate the adjusted torque value using this equation (torque wrench length x desired torque spec) then divide this by (torque wrench length + extension length) For example: The wrench I used was 17” the torque is 15ft/lbs… extension is 1” This would mean I would need to drop the torque to just over 14 ft/lbs (17x15)/(17+1) 255/18 =14.17ft/lbs In this case it’s not a huge deal.

[@michaelthompson7570]

Now tell me why you take off the adjustment locks ,,rather than lust backing them off a bit?

[@SLIGHT_]

The jam nut to the adjuster? You don’t need to take them off, I personally find it easier to show the adjustment. Plus you don’t have the possibility of backing into the jam nut. Either way works. Thanks for your comment.

[@BridgeIsSky]

4:47 / 5:28

[@SLIGHT_]

Just note: the measurements are not the total number shown but the difference. I’m using the BPA-Racing slack tool now. It save so much time. Check out this video if you’re interested kzbin.info/www/bejne/eIqTiZ2Dgt2BgdE