How To Adjust a Motorcycle Chain and Sprockets at RevZilla.com

[@Eunostos]

You made this simple enough that I managed to do this maintenance task for the first time... despite Autism. So, thanks. I will be checking your other material.

[@ZTRCTGuy]

Ben Richards... Really? Having autism doesn't impede doing maintenance work on your motorcycle at all... On the contrary, the eye for details and perfectionism (just a few examples) makes you more likely to do a better job. I've got Aspergers myself.

[@Sfekke]

@@ZTRCTGuy 8 months late but, while Autistic people have an eye for detail, some have trouble following steps if they aren't clearly laid out. It depends from person to person, I for one don't but I know someone who cannot get most things done without step by step instructions.

[@davidverba3431]

@@ZTRCTGuy you have no idea how bad his autism is so you should let him be happy and proud of himself without downgrading the fact that he did it and you have aspergers. maybe hes new to bikes and is really happy with himself and just wanted to share it. leave him alone.

[@ZTRCTGuy]

@@davidverba3431 I'm not downgrading anything. Simply pointing out that it makes no sense in the light of autism that one would have trouble adjusting motorcycle chains, especially considering it's symptoms. This video is a clear step by step instruction. I do not understand how you can think I'm purposefully downgrading someone with autism, because I aren't. Also, I could use the same argument you did. You also don't know how bad my autism is.

[@xaviermccloud4586]

@@ZTRCTGuy I agree with you. People who like to point out their disabilities in situations that don't require it are usually trying to gain acceptance and attention like all humans ;). We all need attention sometimes bro.

[@HeyCosby]

I don't even own a motorcycle yet but I'll watch anything with this dude teaching me.

[@randybone3148]

Most (all?) states have a deal where you can get your motorcycle learner's permit, then take an accredited motorcycle training course (if you can ride a bicycle, you can handle the little 250 cc bikes they use in the courses). If you pass, and pretty much everybody does who makes an honest effort, then you get your motorcycle license for a very small investment. I know people who never got around to buying a motorcycle, but are still very proud of the fact they earned the license.

[@slimshadyowns]

im not sure how that is a deal...that sounds like getting your license...i live in communist canada and it is not any harder to get than that. just like getting a car license but with a bike instead...as the name would imply...

[@RedxFaction]

By "Communist Canada" you must mean "a nice place to live called Canada, which I have minor gripes with that I blow out of proportion" because you just seem kind of that guy. Anyway, you can get your license in the US just by showing up with a bike and taking the road test. The motorcycle course coupled with the road test is to actually teach you how to ride properly. It also lowers your insurance premium because it doubles as a defensive driving course. Motorcycle riding is inherently dangerous, and proper training can save your life. That's why it's a deal.

[@rob3568]

@@RedxFaction nah I think he means shitty communist Canada

[@johnwest8037]

Yes!! more female riders who can at least understand motorcycles, yes plz and good job for you too

[@davidhawk19]

Who else knows damn well how to do this, but watches anyway because Lemmy is awesome?

[@deveshyadav5776]

if you got time then compare lemmy,s way of presenting things to arrie hanning .I am sure you will get the answer.

[@tydedrick6]

What if you adjust too far ? How do you get it back again?

[@donniebaker5984]

I do i do i do , pick me, and meet "Beadle Juice" she's my CRF1000 to your left !

[@vincentgizzi3465]

IS a half inch to tight on your chain?

[@willturner397]

Yes but Lemmy's balls need to drop. That high pitch, cracking voice requires face crush.

[@chia-kengpeterchen5614]

The most comprehensive chain adjustment tutorial on KZbin !

[@paycheck247]

mount the chain alignment tool before adjusting chain slack...keep an eye on it while you move the axle...much easier than checking it after everything is already tightened

[@DillonMartin]

First time adjusting my 2002 Yamaha FZ1 chain. My bike rode noticeably better afterwards. I was a 1/2 inch over the max slack measurement per my manual. This was a great demo! As the man said, look at your manual and apply the knowledge in this video. Personally, I ended up measuring off the bottom of the swing arm instead of the top. This is the only thing that was not verbally expressed in this video, but (based upon other videos) should be totally fine to measure that way. LOVE this channel!

[@NubsWithGuns]

Put the ruler and manual away and learn what your bike wants instead. My manual tells me to make my chain so tight that it will mushroom rollers in a week.

[@waynekachur3708]

Lemmy good instruction. I'm an instructor for safety and you do a fantastic job, both with your voice and knowledge.

[@sammyscrap]

I just got one of those ChainMonkey tools and have only used it once so far, but I really like it in terms of eliminating the whole guess and check approach to achieving proper tension. Chain tension is one of the most frequent maintenance items to perform so it makes sense to invest in tools that make it a breeze.

[@zacharymaneja1207]

I love all the extra details and point you went over throughout the video

[@xR0b0x]

Ill always watch a Lemmy how to video!

[@zigzigler5111]

This man talks like an actual motorcycle technician. I like it. 👍

[@aliphilipoom7073]

Why can't all how to videos be like this. So clear!

[@broderp]

Hey Lemmy, it's not so simple if you dont have the nice lift and are having crouch down and do this. Also "floating" the ruler is a bad idea. You can be off by a considerable amount leaving the chain out of speck. I use the back side of a tape measure, or paint stir stick. Using your bike as an example, rest the stick or tape measure on the swing arm. I mark the low point of the chain on the stick then mark the high point. I now have two marks that I can accurately measure. Because the stick was resting on the swing arm, its repeatable with no floating ruler to mess with. Many manuals stay to measure the chain slack while on the kick stand. Isnt this the same as being on a paddock stand? The point is to have the suspension compressed. How much difference is there in chain slack between a motorcycle on a kick stand vs a paddock stand? I will tell you there is s ton of difference in the labor required to recheck and readjust! Awesome video Lemmy, as always.👍

[@Bass1923]

Terrific maintenance videos, Lemmy. One suggestion for this one. Go ahead and let your ruler rest on the top of the swing arm because this is the only way to hold it steady when measuring the slack. You can't hold it steady in mid air while raising the chain. The starting point for the pin will now be at say, 3/4 inch. Lift the chain and see the upper limit of the pin, say it tops out at 2 1/8 inches. Subtract those two and you have 1 3/8 inches with the added benefit that this is accurate because you can be sure the ruler didn't move during the process. I will watch your other vids because they are always informative and give me confidence to do my own maintenance. Thank you.

[@bradleyalexander5821]

I have purchased many parts from your company and have found a great tool, (your how to) videos. Thankful as always 👍🏼 👏👏👏 😎

[@skidz8426]

btw when you measured the chain slack 5:45 you said it was 2 3/4" it was more like 2 1/4. you had the ruler on the swing arm so the bottom of the chain and you were measuring to the top of the chain I'd say the chain was about half an inch. you should either measure from bottom to bottom, or top to top of the chain.

[@drew657]

Out of spec is out of spec. Could've been 5" and the result is the same: needs adjustment.

[@zeez9053]

Cannot begin to think off a better how to video instruction

[@ttantrum7948]

Watched this video, went out and worked my 2000 Honda ACE about an hour later. Good shit, mate. Cheers

[@jared123123]

Great videos. Very impressed at the balance of efficiency/ no-nonsense and detail to these tutorials. Not too long or jabbering on about somewhat irrelevant stuff but doesn’t leave out any detail that’s even slightly important. A++

[@szatanica1]

Perfect for a morning coffee :)) Keep up Lemmy, love the videos!

[@maxlopez4117]

I watched at least 10 videos before i worked on my bike. This one was by far the best one. !!!!! Thanks man. Much help!!!!

[@allaboutricerockets4881]

This dude's the real deal and not just pulling our chain. Sorry, that just came out. No pun intended :) lol

[@keithdighton]

Thanks for the video, I'm totally new to motorcycles and hadn't a clue how to do this until I watched this

[@GregoryTumaiBrown]

Thanks, man. Straightforward and clear to follow. Like the chain care video.

[@benjaminschack3178]

Tbr-7 rider here. my long haul daily driver and I are on an adventure of discovery together and your video is awesome. Just had my chain slip off 200 yards from home for a scare. Luckily this is just the fix I needed thank you sir.

[@brandonchrisco9617]

He is a very good teacher to learn from very understanding

[@connoraldridge7335]

Thanks so much for this video. First time having to adjust my chain, I’m not mechanically minded at all but this video made it so easy!

[@172389]

Even though this is a "one bearder", for someone who isn't good with tools or with mechanics in general it looks like it would be really easy to F this up. Video was very helpful so I know what I'm getting into before I take everything apart and realize I'm in over my head.

[@AAproductions1994]

Saw this when it first came out, but watched again because it's a revzilla video haha. Keep up the great content guys!

[@gvs5318]

Thanks for the infectious enthusiasm Lemmy

[@bgoliger]

How hard should you pull up and down on the chain when measuring slack? Should I just use finger level pressure or push up and down as far as I possibly can?

[@RevZilla]

Firm finger pressure is fine. No need to force it. -DrewZilla

[@kawabungah20]

Thanks. I learned a lot. I need to buy a Motion Pro Chain Alignment tool. It's faster than a string alignment check . Thanks again.

[@DarxusC]

I'd love a video on what to do when, for some reason, the manual's specs aren't useful. For example, on my bike, when tightened to spec, the chain gets way too tight at its tightest point. So, maybe a suggestion of amount of slack at the tightest point (possibly with both sprockets and the swingarm pivot lined up, if you don't have any tensioners).

[@memine5723]

The KLR comes with the tools you need, less a measuring stick. So if you bike comes with a tool kit you can check it to see if it comes with the correct sized wrenches.

[@patdennis3751]

The motion pro alignment tool is nice, but for those of us without all the fancy tools you can just eyeball it for square and spinning the wheel. Spin the wheel and the sprocket teeth should self center on the chain rollers if the wheel is squared up

[@outuvcontext]

The beard scale had me laughing. Love it!

[@jbean530]

If you need a bike stand to do this, how are we supposed to do this on the side of the road? That’s the main part I’m confused about. Good video.

[@idnic19]

Thank you so much!!!! 60 year old woman who's mechanic backed out on me this year as my bike is a 1980! Says he had to make a cut off year for old bikes!!!!WTF been going to him for years!

[@forrestculver7301]

Lemmy gives me, the least handy person ever, the confidence to get stuff done.

[@danieltull3622]

Lemmy at it again! Well done.

[@billbob9304]

Is it ok to run with the adjustment of the axle blocks inside of the hash marks, or is that not recommended?

[@mysteryport]

8:10 most important Tip of all time.

[@diamondyorkie6973]

Ty Revzilla always appreciate your maintenance videos !

[@TheOmegaRevolution]

Am I the only one here who loves the simplicity of snail adjusters?

[@lobster1002000]

My 74 Can--am t'nt 175 had these!

[@ldrider82]

I noticed you don't stuff a rag in the rear sprocket. I have seen other videos where they do or even use a screwdriver in the sprocket. Is this really necessary?

[@Ladosligese]

Torque levels in my part of Denmark .. 1 grunt for easy .. 2 for medium .. and 3 for hard torque value

[@RideOut891]

So how do you loosen the chain if too tight .. would u have to u loosen the wheel and push foward and start over ?

[@australianbleach8594]

Lemmy: So what we are doing today is an engine rebuild to replace the piston, if you have seen someone do it, its very simple. Probably a 1 on the beard scale of difficulty

[@Jabooty_Williams]

It's actually really easy. Just so long as you mark your timing. Everything just comes apart.

[@jelleschele4398]

I need to tighten mine as wel but if i put my axle way back my chain is still to loose but im concerned if i take 1 piece of it will be to short

[@WILLY52368]

Ok here's my question, when will someone do a video explaining how to adjust chain but with a snail type adjuster instead of these type of rear axels? Or there is but I just haven't seen one, if that's the case can someone post a link please?

[@yonathanlapidot8598]

Veryyyy noice man! Been riding for a long time and always had to go to the shop to do this...gonna give it a try myself! Thank you!

[@phantomshtter]

Okay... what if you've changed rear sprocket size? Factory spec goes out the window. What then? Total deflection (bottom to top) isn't a listed spec for my crf300. Increasing diameter of the rear sprocket moves the chain further away from the swing arm. How much at the measurement point I don't know.

[@winnieboi]

Lemmy try this......

[@fatguykai5432]

How’d it go

[@masarusato5103]

Fucking stupid 😂 I love you for this bro

[@bueller48]

excellent. just getting back into dirt bikes and this is perfect info. thanks.

[@dale-fi1fi]

Thank.god lemmy does these videos as im new to all this an he makes it so easy to learn

[@showtime813]

Information in this video is priceless.

[@sandersho4008]

Thanks for this video! The most detailed and helpful I've seen on this simple but fundamental topic.

[@sickcowpie8586]

I almost went blind trying to see if the rod lines up with the chain. Any comments on replacing the rod with something longer? Is alignment tool accurate enough to ensure alignment? How accurate do we need to be?

[@RevZilla]

There's no need to replace the rod with anything longer. You want to get it as straight as you can, but you don't need to be stressing about fractions of a millimeter. -DrewZilla

[@CBRRR-eh3ky]

Great well presented info. Do you have a video on valve clearance adjustments?

[@RevZilla]

Thanks. Currently, no, we do not have a video on valve adjustments, since that can be very bike-specific. -DrewZilla

[@the_original_Bilb_Ono]

I have a cb250 and at 65mph on highway my bike is revved way too high. How do I know what adding/subtracting teeth will do to my RPM/speed combination? Do you MUST change both sprockets if you change the teeth to one of them? I just need a bit less RPM at 65mph. Can I use the same stock chain as well? I'm so confused what I need to lower my RPM at 65mph...

[@RevZilla]

The change in speed is a simple fraction or percentage, as the sprocket sizes are a ratio. Generally sprocket averages are around 3:1 or so, like 45 rear and 15 front give or take a few front or rear. If you know the RPM at 65mph with the stock sprockets, use the fraction of the new sprocket sizes to calculate the change in RPM. There are online calculators that will do it for you as well. As for changing sprockets, you don't have to change both. You can just change one if you want. The cheapest is generally to just go up a tooth for the front sprocket (the countershaft sprocket). That should drop the RPM at 65 enough to make a difference. However, understand that acceleration will be slower. -DrewZilla

[@jayadevns10]

Need a video on Engine Flush. Thank you.

[@punterash]

Nice instructions Lemmy! I need a quick consultation if you can help me. I am from India and own a Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350. My O-ring chain makes a clicking sound every time I accelerate from idle or very slow speeds or go over a fairly bad surface. I tried cleaning the chain, lubing it with both wet and dry lubes but it did not help. My spoked wheels are slightly bent from an ugly patch of road but otherwise everything is according to factory guidelines. What might be the problem from your experience? I do not hear the clicks during high speeds.

[@RevZilla]

It could be the chain slapping the swingarm during acceleration or when the suspension moves through its travel over that bad surface. -DrewZilla

[@jitsu5478]

I need help finding the right chain size for my 2017 KTM 690 Duke. I was looking at the EK chain 525 ZVX3 which says it's compatible with my bike on your site but I don't know what size. Also a compatible rear sprocket to go with it.

[@svalson]

You're a master teacher. Thank you.

[@lewd0117]

Stupid question. When you tighten the adjusting nut on the opposite swing arm from the chain, what is that even for ? What is it adjusting if the chain is only on one side !?

[@Unrelentingd2]

Lewd 01 the wheel

[@RevZilla]

Arlis is correct, you have to keep the wheel aligned, so you have to adjust the axle on both sides. -DrewZilla

[@johnscott9829]

Does it make a difference with it on the kick stand or like you have it on the center stand?

[@blob2092]

You should check your manual. Many bikes specify that the tension should be checked with the bike on the sidestand.

[@themza912]

You should've mentioned the chain alignment check tool when you mentioned special tools.

[@christianxzowner2958]

You do 80 or a 100nm wet ...with neverseize?

[@christianxzowner2958]

For the axle nut

[@shanetconnor]

"Be free little axle nut, be free"

[@benshaw5757]

DDT’s Fr D fffdfdyf

[@BILL33336]

Okay I get how to tighten it but how do I loosen it. When I turn the nut the opposite direction it just turns and turns HELP

[@TheCodesterr]

When you measure the chain slack do you measure the start of the bottom end on the chain to bottom end when you pull it up or bottom end to top end? Or vise versa?

[@RevZilla]

It depends. The manufacturer generally specifies where and how to measure the chain slack in the owner's manual. -DrewZilla

[@petebusch9069]

Lemmy is the best.

[@gsabella4]

I MISS LEMMY! Hope you are well bro!

[@blob2092]

Lemmy the legend

[@jimbo92107]

Thanks Lemmy. Your videos really make sense.

[@MykMallett]

This guy is a legend

[@syednameen]

Dude you have spent lot of time and slogged a** to build this beautiful video

[@petercrooks4984]

Thx it was as easy as you showed 👍🏽

[@RSfiregod]

checking the slack on the tight or the loose end of the chain?

[@RevZilla]

You should check where your owners manual states. For this Triumph Tiger, you check at the bottom of the chain halfway between the front and rear sprockets. -DrewZilla

[@thealvaco]

watch out for uneven chain slack people. One part of the chain may be slightly longer than another. Find the tightest spot on you chain and work with that slack.

[@chrisc6874]

thealvaco yes, he should have mentioned that. it's often overlooked. also, the trick with the screw driver in between the sprocket and chain when tightening. I'm also wondering about the floating ruler as he's measuring. that's kind of inaccurate cause your hand is moving around. i didn't understand why he didn't just set the ruler against swing arm, push chain down and measure range of travel from where center of pin was. that way the ruler is held steady

[@thealvaco]

ZLA Lemmy thanks for the reply.

[@paulkazjack]

@ZLA Lemmy if your chain has tight spots its because there's ovality in the running gear.

[@172389]

Kawasaki Vulcan S owner here, just bought it and haven't had to adjust the chain slack yet. The owners manual says "set the bike up on it's side stand (bike does not have centre stand), rotate the rear wheel to find the position where the chain is the tightest, and measure the maximum chain slack by pulling up and pushing down on the chain midway between the sprockets" My question is, how do you rotate the rear wheel when the bike is on it's side stand? The wheel is under weight in that situation.

[@Hermelin.G1]

172389 ask a buddy to help you. he should lift the back slightly and then you spin the wheel.

[@greatkingrat]

Hi there. I got a 520 conversion kit with on down two up and speedo healer. When I run the factory recommended tension it feels too tight with the chain making a squeaking sound after a long ride. (25-35mm recommendation and it set to 35). I’ve since noticed that it runs better at 45mm. Why is that? Does a 520 kit require less tension?

[@RevZilla]

Chains stretch and loosen up over time, so you'll likely need to tighten it up later on down the road. That factory recommendation just isn't gospel for every situation, it varies depending on the life of the chain. As long as it isn't drooping and flinging around violently, you should be good to go. -Kraus-e

[@sahilsrivastava450]

Uhm....so this wasnt included in the video but im guessing you have to tighten the lock nut and adjuster after you have found the correct slack and have tightened the axel nut???? Or just the lock nut?

[@RevZilla]

Yes, you need to tighten the adjuster locknuts (left and right) as well as the axle nut. -DrewZilla

[@liilianalopez1155]

what if you removed slabs from of the chain if the sprockets are in good shape?

[@RevZilla]

Can you clarify your question? I'm not sure I understand. -DrewZilla

[@stevegriffith7236]

Would love to see a video for single swing arms.ie...ducati.

[@danielb1563]

Agreed 😅

[@ThatThrottle]

Excellent video. Thank you!

[@hmwasequzzaman9452]

I want to buy a cruise bike but I am short in height (5.4") can you recommend cruise bike for short people

[@RevZilla]

Almost every cruiser is fine for your height. It's best to go sit on a bunch of bikes at dealers. -DrewZilla

[@naveedaka]

sir why chain tension on dirt bikes are checked on upper side of the swing arm

[@RevZilla]

I believe it's because on dirt bikes, the chain is closer to the top of the swingarm, so it's easier to measure. A common rule is that the slack should be about the width of three fingers, and that's easier to check from the top of the swingarm. -DrewZilla

[@whitewolf2912]

Can you loosen back if you over tighten

[@RevZilla]

Yes, but be very very very careful not to over tighten. Tightening the chain too much will quickly wear the chain and could quickly damage the countershaft sprocket, countershaft, and gearbox. -DrewZilla

[@dilshadahmed7284]

Can I use gear oil for Honda CBR chain lubrication.

[@Hermelin.G1]

DILSHAD AHMED just use chain lube

[@kabirariderite3128]

Nice 👍🏻 video I’m trying to order vortex chain sprocket set for ninja 300 on you’re website would you tell how Long usally takes the shipment to reach India post order

[@RevZilla]

It all depends on how long it takes to get through Indian Customs, but it's generally about 5-9 business days. -DrewZilla

[@AlcatrazMeow]

can you adjust the chain while on sidestand?

[@RevZilla]

Yes, but you have to be careful to keep the axle aligned properly with weight on the rear wheel and with the bike angled on the sidestand. -DrewZilla

[@Wabbit1961]

If you're really unsure is it ok to loosen the adjuster and lock nut so you can get that axle free travel that you showed? Also,I like that you did your adjustment then tightened the axle bolt so the axle wouldn't move. At that point my question is this - If your tension is correct but the axle alignment is slightly off, can you not adjust one side or the other while you have that tension applied to the axle bolt? As it is not torqued down yet won't you still be able to use the tension adjustment nut? And, as I understand it from your demo, once the alignment is correct I can torque down my axle nut THEN back off my adjusters and locknuts and just make sure they're snug against the swingarm, correct? Like you said, no real pressure needed at that point. I have a Ninja 650 and it has both adjustment and locknut on the outside. It's hard to get two wrenches on them, one to hold the adjuster and the other to lock the adjuster, because they're so narrow. They also use different wrench sizes. Can I buy any wider nuts with the same thread?

[@blob2092]

From how I understand it, if the rear axle nut is tightened, turning the adjusting bolts will not move the axle - it is already fixed in place. So if you find that your alignment is slightly off, you need to first loosen the rear axle nut and then correct the alignment by turning one of the adjusters. The alignment should be checked after the rear axle nut has been tightened, since the process of tightening it can result in movement of the rear wheel. If alignment and tension are correct, make sure the adjusting bolts are snug against the adjusting plates, and tighten the lock nuts with a spanner. My manual for my Honda cb650r says the lock nut should be torqued to 27 Nm

[@abhishekbsws]

I have checked my bike's chain it is tight no rocking up and down... It ran only 300km. Is it normal? Or it is over tight?

[@RevZilla]

That is probably way too tight. You need to set the slack according to your owner's manual. -DrewZilla

[@abhishekbsws]

@@RevZilla thanks Man i will get it checked by Service center.. Do u think it is too tight because its new?

[@rce2288]

Thank you for this video. It is very helpful!

[@MrFameone206]

Thank you I knew I needed too adjust the on 2k R1 but didn't really have the confidence to do it... but watching this made me realize it's not that difficult to do... love your video bro thanks for all the great tips

[@jessiedivincenzo5215]

I wouldn't trust the stealership to do it. Recently had a blowout on a ride up in the canyons and had to get towed back to the stealership and I don't believe they got my rear wheel perfectly aligned it's off to the naked eye. Better to do it yourself rather than put your life in someone else's hands. There are good mechanics and then there are those that in no way should be working on bikes.

[@jaimea2722]

The part I do not get is, when you say … you have to take the distance the chain moves upward and the distance the chain moves downward … and then get the average ? … get the number. If the chain moves upward 1.4 in and downward 1 in … what is your final number ? Also, would you use the part of the chain above the swingarm ? Or the part of the chain under the swingarm ?

[@travisl5125]

Wheres the part he fixes sprockets? I literally came for that. Mine are loose

[@misterlove7034]

I replaced my chain with a brand new chain and sprocket kit and the tick marks are equal on both sides.BUT my chain is on the loose side and the reading is not marking on the “new chain” or blue mark. It’s reading near the “replace chain” mark. WHY? It’s a brand new kit. Please help.

[@RevZilla]

Does the new kit have the stock number of teeth on the sprockets or the same number of links in the chain? It's hard to know the issue for sure without a bit more information. -DrewZilla

[@misterlove7034]

RevZilla my stock sprockets are 16-42. I replaced it with a 15-42, I only dropped a tooth in the front. The stock chain had 56 links. I counted the same for the new chain. Should I have to shorten the chain length because I dropped a tooth in the front? How do I know how many links to remove, if that’s the issue?

[@RevZilla]

Yes, by dropping a tooth in the front, you are slightly increasing the distance between the front and rear sprockets. Therefore, you probably do need to remove one link. To test it first before removing a link, adjust the axle to forward to the new chain mark, tighten the axle, then wrap the chain around both sprockets until the loose ends of the chain meet somewhere on the top or back of the rear sprocket. See how many links overlap. It's probably just one link. Hope that makes sense! -DrewZilla

[@misterlove7034]

RevZilla that was the problem! Thanks a lot, man! I dropped a tooth in the front and I needed to shorten my new 520 vortex chain by removing one link. I hadn’t removed one initially. I counted the oem chain links and i mirrored that on the new chain. I never thought that i needed to remove a link since i changed the gearing.your advise solved my problem. Thank you, man. I am a revzilla customer and you proved me awesome customer service even through KZbin. You guys rock!

[@RevZilla]

You're welcome! -DrewZilla

[@brianlyle5266]

Great tutorial on chain adjustment! Thank you! Appreciate the detail.

[@carlosalbertorotea6205]

Hi! I have a yamaha fz i, when i'm on first or second gear there's some whistling sound going on. I don't know where that came from. but when i go to the third gear, the whistle turns off. any idea what that sound is? is it normal or not?

[@RevZilla]

Does the whistling sound seem to come from the gearbox? -DrewZilla

[@carlosalbertorotea6205]

Thanks for the reply. No, it came from the front wheel. I went to a mechanic and let him see what's the problem. He told me that the sound came from the bearings because it's new and just tasted its first ride. Is that normal?

[@RevZilla]

That seems plausible. If the sound goes away after awhile, then that's probably right. -DrewZilla

[@carlosalbertorotea6205]

thank DrewZilla! really needed a second opinion!