Removing MT-07 Front Sprocket Cover after 5 Years...

It has bothered me that it's taken this long to get around to having a peek behind the sprocket cover. I knew it was going to be caked in years of built up chain lube...I'm definitely going to be cleaning this more regularly! There is a lot of grime still kicking around in there, but it is a bit better. Thank the great spaghetti monster in the sky for Swarfega Jizer!

[@jasonking9401]

I just did this too! Poor old, neglected front sprocket.

[@primarqo]

Thank you very much! I'm going to do it for the first time, after my first season of motoriding, your video is very helpful. 👏

[@thebikenoob]

Awesome! I'm glad it helped

[@LSB44446]

Lol awesome. 5 years on stock chain too? Love the silly horror vibes😂

[@thebikenoob]

thanks lol - I know right! The chain did last ages, but I do ride like an old man, which probably helps 🤓

[@davidcerva9864]

Should probably check it also...thanks for reminder :D

[@thebikenoob]

I'd imagine a lot of people don't! Hope yours isn't so caked!

[@Dr.BenjiBuddy]

Mine was a lot worse than that. I also noticed my seal guard was very worn and I had to replace that. Make sure you check that as well.

[@thebikenoob]

wow, thought mine was bad!

[@Dr.BenjiBuddy]

@@thebikenoob I just bought my bike and after a week or so I noticed the chain wasn't running smooth. So I removed that front sprocket and it was PACKED with rocks, dirt and grease... It was difficult to remove the sprocket because of how full it was 😂 I don't think the previous owner ever cleaned it...

[@thebikenoob]

Sounds about right! Any more used bikes I buy in future, this is number one on the things to check!

[@tomasprzeworski]

Holy moly what a mess, gotta do that right away on mine. Btw, can U please tell me what are those tires you have?

[@thebikenoob]

Hi Tomáš - yeah it was a state, ha! The tyres are Dunlop Mutants, I'd definitely recommend them! - www.dunlop.eu/en_gb/motorcycle/tires/mutant--mutant.html

[@maxracer2445]

How did you remeber the angle tu put back shifter after?

[@thebikenoob]

I just eyeballed it - you can always mark it with a thin white pen to make sure you get it on the same spline when you put it back on. Felt right when I was riding, so all good. You can always adjust it depending on where you prefer your gear pedal to sit, either higher or lower. Perhaps I'll make a video on adjusting controls at some point...

[@HORNET6]

Use gear oil 90 and that doesn’t happen.

[@SalvatixnR7]

Hi! I can't find the size of those cover bolts anywhere, could you tell me or either guide me to a place where all the bolt sizes are mentioned 😅 Thanks!

[@thebikenoob]

Hey - sorry I've only just clocked your message! The OEM part number is 90110-06395, hopefully that helps! If I get a chance to measure them I'll bung you the info

[@pistonheater]

I expected more of it .. as In mine KTM-D390 more of it gets deposited in just 1 year .. 😅😅😅😅 ..

[@thebikenoob]

😆 lol, maybe I need to lube my chain more!

[@pistonheater]

@@thebikenoob hahaha .. maybe i over lubed chain ..

[@temporaryscars]

Weren't you supposed to locktite those bolts?

[@thebikenoob]

The manual doesn't mention it, and there didn't seem to be any factory loctite so I didn't apply any. Probably not a bad idea!

[@8alakai8]

your front sproket is gone to you need a new chain set

[@thebikenoob]

yeah you're right, it's getting there

[@temporaryscars]

What did you use to clean it? Some kind of degreaser?

[@thebikenoob]

yeah - Swarfega Jizer! It's good stuff

[@GoodBoi1503]

You've never changed your chain and sprocket in 5 years?

[@thebikenoob]

no! I don't ride particularly hard, adjusted the chain when needed and the teeth aren't hooked or damaged. Just changed the chain the other day, sprockets still look fine, ha

[@jonathandavidpope7812]

Mine, which is now my wife's, has done 18000 miles on chain & sprockets. I need to do this job now.