Suzuki GSX 1400, "Chain & Sprockets change" !

Chain and sprockets change on the Big GSX 1400 !
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[@Myrussell67]

Why didn’t you clean up all the old chain lube?? My OCD was yelling at you lol

[@pauldavis8421]

Another great quality video Del ! Love the GSX 1400 ! Always look forward to your next video 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Paul, really appreciate your support mate. !

[@enduromotorradtouren]

A new chain and sprockets fitted is a lovely sight! Enjoy your season on the might GSX. Günter/Nürnberg

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you my friend, i shall indeed.

[@tommylitchfield3450]

It's good to see that the chain and sprockets were not totally trashed when you got hold of this little beauty. It's always a bad sign when you take the chain off of a new-to-you scoot and there is almost as much droop in the chain when you hold the chain flat on its side as it is when it's right-side up! And with those chains, you can be sure that if the sprocket has no offset, it's been flipped to ride on the back side of the teeth! In the dirt, that's understandable, but I sure wouldn't want to be spinning her up to Ludicrous Speed on the highway and have that thing wrap itself lovingly around my leg! (and lovingly caress the cases, as well) How many of us have had a buddy think they had a slipping clutch, only to have someone point out that there are only minor speed bumps serving as teeth on their sprocket? :)

[@Moonfleet41]

Yeah, seen a few like that in my time.. and had a chain break on the way home from buying the4 bike too.. thankfully it just left the bike and didn't wrap up round anything... 8 lives left aye lol!

[@FREE_PUREBLOOD333]

That bike just oozes...F U N !!!👍

[@loddude5706]

Heh heh; chains always amaze me, so simple, yet subject to a whole range of eyewatering forces in 'normal' service. Every single component relying not only on it's own integrity, but that of each neighbour too, all doing a zillion feet-per-aardvark with 'tension-no-tension' & the centrifugal forces of being forcibly yanked around some snake-hipped sprocket by it's mates every half-second . . . not an easy life eh? And yet . . . Watching a heavy chain gently dance & weave it's way back along the bottom run, free to relax for a moment within it's own weight & inertia, the fluidity can be mesmerising. Have a great w/e - & remember - chocolate sauce is for life, & not just sundaes : )xx "Crushed nuts mate?" - "Nah, dodgy kickstart & old age - Penny wants raspberry on hers."

[@DonHutchins]

Looks great Del. And wow, cannot believe that front sprocket nut... those things are typically such a pain. Without the fold-over washer to lock it, that thing was nearly so loose it may have been a concern ;) Bike is looking awesome, Del... really cool to see you freshen everything up like this. You'll no doubt really enjoy this one over the summer.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Don.. With these, the speed sensor bolt was still crack tight, that has a flange that stops the nut unwinding, and also the whole lot is covered by the clutch slave cylinder housing which will again, hold it from unwinding.. so no real worry, but it could lead to vibration maybe, and premature wear of the inner spline on the sprocket.. ! But glad it's all torqued up and safe now for sure. !

[@wobblysauce]

It was still snug, but locked in for sure. Haven’t seen front sprocket weights before 😊

[@TrulyUniqueOne]

I don't know why people make such a big deal about front sprocket nuts with a decent impact they come off easily

[@DonHutchins]

@@TrulyUniqueOne Except when they don't ;) I have a good impact gun and I've had sproket nuts that it could not remove. The worst was in fact another Suzuki... mine was a GSX-R 750 I used for race/track... was way beyond any impact gun.

[@ostrichbean]

I don't know why they are so ridiculously difficult sometimes. 115Nm shouldn't be that bad. The torque spec for my Yamaha YZF600R is only 70Nm and that was a nightmare to get off. I ended doing it by attaching an engine crane to the wrench.

[@JDnBeastlet]

Hiya Penny and Del, great video! Having recently done my own chain and sprockets there's a lot that's familiar, but I had not see the wrapped jack handle tip and that's awesome! Really nice work. BTW my Renntec engine guard bars are here - I am just waiting for a nice day to put our old VW beetle convertible in the driveway so I have some elbow room in the garage to work on the bike. Take care, be well, ride safe!

[@Moonfleet41]

Glad your engine bars arrived already, you'll love the look and the quality.. and that sounds like a cool summer car too.. perfect for cruising the beach ! Take care too buddy, and enjoy your week.

[@WildDisaster]

Really appreciate the cleanliness of your work and methodical nature, not to mention your minimalist talk thru. Quality vid there.

[@kellymeier579]

And no annoying, unnecessary soundtrack. Just the sounds of a qualified mechanic using quality tools.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you so much for your kind words both of you..!

[@tomislavknezovic1]

Like for the birds on end of the video 😁💪

[@philmorrow2446]

I have to apologise to you mate. The smile that cracked on my face when you said "Ask me how I know." We've all done summit daft, how we learn not to do it again. Another wee gem. Thanks Del.

[@Moonfleet41]

Yeah, happy memories..lol!

[@GeordiLaForgery]

Nicely done Del really enjoyed that and look forward to seeing the upgraded seat too. 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate.. it's gonna be a great video..!

[@shaunglendinning]

Enjoyable as always Del! Appreciate all the tips and advice.

[@Moonfleet41]

Most welcome Shaun, glad you enjoyed it.

[@neildawson2794]

I had to chuck a piece of timber through my wheel to get the front sprocket off my Bandit. Even with a 3/4” breaker and a meaty bar over it wouldn’t budge. Borrowed a friends battery ugger dugger and it came off instantly 😃

[@Goldwing1500rider]

I had to use low impact 6 point socket few times. Locked the wheel like you did. Pain in the rear sometime. Nice job Del!! Hello Penny!!

[@Moonfleet41]

It's always a challenge aye !

[@th3v1k1ngW4rri0r]

so thats how you do it... over 16 years since I did a chain and sprockets swap out lmao.... The wonders and joys of shaft drive lol Noice video though. I do use the wrapped bar through the wheel trick... Got it from one of your older videos. Less than seven weeks until D Day...

[@nygusek77]

Świetny film jak zawsze. Film zrobiony jak na zamówienie właśnie przymierzam się do wymiany łańcucha i zębatek w moim GSX 1400. Trafiłeś idealnie z tym filmem:)

[@garya3056]

Good vid, Del… enjoy riding her this summer! Hope you both are well. Looks like I have some catch-up to do! 🏍👍🏍

[@TrulyUniqueOne]

The old measuring from the block to the end of the swingarm trick 👌 exactly the same way I set the alignment on my gsxr 👌

[@jimmykelly2809]

Maybe I missed it but have you replaced the Cush drives in the rear wheel already?

[@nutjobdubai]

Well done Del. Love that bike. If it was blue & white I’d have to dig out my balaclava and pry bar 😂

[@RenegadesGarage]

Delboy's Garage.. Another awesome video my friend, but you already knew that.. LOL

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you so much buddy..

[@donbrowse7980]

I new right away something was wrong with the nut of the front sprocket when I seen that look on your face del, good job that you decided to change them!!!!! for that could have been a disaster waiting to happen. 😮, o and been there and done it myself with a spoked wheel years ago😅 lesson learnt the hard way. Well great video as always del looking forward to the next one. All the best to yourself and Penny and stay safe...Don.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Don, surprising how easy it is for a small maintenance issue to become dangerous... thanfully that nut can never actually come off because the speedo bolt has a wide flange that holds it in place, and as you saw, that was crack tight! And if all else fails, the clutch slave casing covers it over, which would stop the sprocket actually coming off... but a loose nut can still lead to vibration and excessive wear on the output shaft, which long time, could be horribly expensive! Thanks for your kind words, always good to hear from you!

[@LS-uv9gg]

Ahhh, fresh new chain and sprockets. Always a satisfying and happy feeling anticipating the first smooth ride! Fascinating front sprocket final nut that the clutch cylinder mechanism fits over. There must be a bearing in the backside of the cylinder or something, or the nut is captured and held in place while the sprocket spins behind it somehow? Have never seen that before.

[@Moonfleet41]

No not at all buddy, no bearing, and the clutch slave casing doesn't touch the nut or shaft.. if you noticed the four sided castle nut i installed into the middle of the shaft after the main nut ? that's the speedo sensor, and the casing has to cover it with the reader so it can count the turns and measure the speed.

[@LS-uv9gg]

@@Moonfleet41 Huh! Thanks, that was totally puzzling me, lol. Cheers 😄

[@mechanicalman4531]

nice work del. ive just done my front and rear sprockets because of what you have taught me on your channel ! your a legend

[@Moonfleet41]

Wow thanks mate, that's very kind, we're so glad the videos have been a help!

[@renzovc]

awesome video brother !! finally got some time around to watch your videos, been so busy with the new house and organizing the new garage ! Great tips on this video brother now i know how to lock the rear wheel with the steel rod ! keep up the great work brother stay safe cheers from new york !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Moonfleet41]

Congratulations on your new house both, we hope you enjoy settling in and getting the garage how you want it! Have a great weekend both and enjoy your new pad! D&Px

[@rickrogers2649]

It sure is nice when you are ready for a fight and then don't get one. 42 years of wrenching taught me it turns out the opposite way more often than not. 🤨😁 The lift table is so nice to have. I invested in one many years ago and it was by far the best addition to the garage. Beautiful work as always Del and Penny. Thanks and blessings to you both. ❤👍👍

[@Moonfleet41]

You're so right Rick.. buying a bike lift is one purchase you'll never regret for a moment.. Have a great week buddy, and thank you for your loyal support as always.

[@Butterfly07949]

Ha, funnily enough, I have just ordered a taller alloy rear sprocket and a new battery for my cordless impact wrench to finally get those engine bolts out and the engine bars fitted. Ha ha, summers coming 🤣 nice one Del

[@kevinhancock4064]

Plus there's meant to be loctite on them del ..Nice work done this twice on my 1400 .. BTW she's started up a treat sounds lovely no exhaust or oil leaks may share a link now if u want to see my 1st start up

[@Moonfleet41]

Great video mate.. what a result after two years, fantastic, such a great testament to Suzuki engineering.. Shame it made the little one cry, hope she was ok.!

[@kevinhancock4064]

@@Moonfleet41 ye as littke ones often do. They get upset at loud noises where as I admire them lol . Ty 4 the reply and watching it . Yeah I'm very happy. I'll get it booked for mot next week ..wasn't quite ready for tomorrow as I've ordered extra litre of oil . 5.7 it rates from dry (otter than lubed parts ) . I had 5 . Motul 10w40 4t .......I'd turned it over woth thsnk off first a few times to lube inside..I had a hg bolt snap on disassembly. Amd a hg bolt yield and break on assembly . Tapped all threads . 2nd time round wwnt successfully . I had to drill out a rear 155mm emgine bolt as nit rounded ..(torque was clearly to high for the m14 nut ) haynes recommended 55 woth loctite. All new vaove seals . Thrn had 2 lots of keepers not quite sitting tidy (my bad ) so used the rope method to sort that out ..few new bolts new studs (they are exposed to the elements and we're a pig to remove) . . Anyway here I am .. Hope you are enjoying the 1400 muscle matey ..

[@Moonfleet41]

My word, sounds like you've been busy getting it all ready.. and what a result when you get it finally out in the sunshine... my first one was a K2 with a K3 tank due to warranty replacement from rust flaking.. and i also put a full Akro system on it too.. I've really missed the big muscle feel over the years, Yeah it's great to have light bikes that handle, and who doesn't love a righteous cruise on a Harley.. but over all that.. there is still nothing quite like muscling a big block of flats round a bendy road..lol.. As a fellow Kindred 14 lover... check out this guys videos.. not many of them, but without doubt, the most watchable video on the tube right now... Enjoy. www.youtube.com/@thevikingrider6539

[@kevinhancock4064]

@Delboy's Garage I'll sure take a look at this mate sounds great..yeah I'm a big chap my old bike was a gpz500s wemt well enough but after a year or so . And having fell for the 1400 I had to get 1 I had my heart set on one ..didn't realise at the time it was a 1400 ..I love how it makes you feel . The emgine just keeps giving . She's very happy cruising at 80+ . Def a keeper . Sports bikes I'm not built for ..but if I had another bike (in future maybe ) it'll be a zzr14 ..lovely front end . ......ps I think we discussed this recently but I once stripped a thread on the 14 rear sprocket carrier. Specs say 102nm no way ..55-60nm n loctite not moved in 3 years lol

[@steveflorey8663]

Lovely video Del. I'm glad you mentioned about the spokes breaking when using the jack handle. I've heard of this happening but thankfully I have not witnessed it. I am looking forward to the next episode.

[@Moonfleet41]

Sure thing Steve, it's pretty certain to sheer a spoke off on a wire wheel, which is pretty much replacable, but it's even dangerous to do it on cast alloy wheels with multiple thin cast spokes, you could still sheer one of those off, then you've literally written the wheel off, so big fat bar, 3 spokes only!

[@FREE_PUREBLOOD333]

That must have been the easiest primary sprocket I've ever seen undone!!!. P.s. I always use a light coat of copper grease on the mating surfaces of those sprocket nuts and locking washers if applicable, to stop cold welding occurring.

[@Moonfleet41]

Yeah, it's left side drive so shouldn't undo itself...so who knows aye..! Happy it's right now !

[@vfd8165]

You're a natural in front of the screen and know how to present the work clear and concisely.. Thank you very much Del!

[@Moonfleet41]

Very welcome mate.. and thank you for your kind words of support.

[@b.a.t.7-kr3ne]

I would just like to thank you for all your videos on 1st gen hayabusa. I have enjoyed mine for over a decade

[@Moonfleet41]

Most welcome, thank you for your feedback. !

[@stevegrayshon2219]

Nice video as always Del, however noticed a nasty cut in the rear tyre (4.58) best check it out before you go out for a power ride.

[@Moonfleet41]

That point in the video shows the sprocket mate..!

[@stevegrayshon2219]

@@Moonfleet41 Try a few seconds either side of 4:58, its facing the camera.

[@Moonfleet41]

In the middle of the tyre when i laid it down?.. no, thats a finger print mate.. checked just now, it's gone !

[@paulregner5335]

One of the smartest purchases I ever made was for a good quality chain tool. It makes chain work a complete breeze!

[@larbertman36]

Nice work with the lighting at 1:03!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you David.

[@harryw9598]

love ya dell , but with the wheel out i would have cleaned the inners of the swingarm.

[@hlpang1075]

What method will you use to jam the wheel if it had spokes?

[@Moonfleet41]

You have a GSX 1400 with spoked wheels?.. id love to see that..!! How about dropping the wheel out, pop the axle back through the swing arm, then wrap the chain tight around the axle and poke an old screw driver down through it to pin it in place.. that should lock the front sprocket !

[@vidsupercharged1622]

How do you hold the rear wheel from spinning that has wire spokes ?

[@Moonfleet41]

You could take the wheel out, replace the axle and then pin the chain around it.! That works well.!

[@bertayoing]

do the nut up with the bike on the sidestand.

[@a13bkd62]

Thoroughly enjoying this series and the GSX is looking good too. Cheers Brady

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, that's very kind, glad you're enjoying the videos, looking forward to getting out on the road!

[@myz06rocks]

Love a bike with new chain and sprockets. Some reason makes the whole bike look virtually new again.

[@Moonfleet41]

It sure does, instantly smoother and quieter..!

[@Tenfx72]

Hey Del, enjoyed the video as ever. Probably asked before, what gloves do you wear please? Cheers

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate, glad you enjoy the videos! Yes of course, these are the ones I'm using: www.spanner-monkey.co.uk/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=124418&search=SSP57L&description=true

[@Tenfx72]

@@Moonfleet41 Tha.nk mate, I will be ordering.

[@MintyGusto]

Nice to see a cracking bike getting some love before a summer of fun on it! Down your way in a few weeks on holiday with the family again so will see if I spot you out and about mate 😉

[@Moonfleet41]

Yeah, good to get all the little jobs ticked off and ready to go.. Hope you have a great time, where are you staying mate ?

[@MintyGusto]

@@Moonfleet41 indeed! About to go and rebuild the FJR forks. We're staying just outside the new forest in Landford mate - little one loves it there and it's a nice base to explore from and revisit all the places I went to as a kid on my holidays

[@Moonfleet41]

@@MintyGusto Lovely there mate, specially as the weather is nice now. have a great time !

[@ObsessiveCarDetailer]

Double header for me tonight Del, really good video👍

[@springy-2112]

The outer hall effect transmitter nut totally threw me the first time I saw one I spent ages thinking how the heck does this thing lock the big nut? It's not even proper tight! And whybis it castellated with no slit pin or lock tab? After looking in the manual I felt like a proper donut! Peace and love ✌️❤️🤗

[@Moonfleet41]

Yeah, strange looking little thing that doesn't make much sense until you know what it's for.. Have a great weekend buddy and keep safe aye.. D&Px

[@andyjrichie6709]

Excellent video Del, hope you don't mind me asking, the front sprocket (factory) and the new sprocket had 2 semi circle lugs on, just curious 😊

[@Moonfleet41]

Those curved rubber collars act as a damper to the sprocket.. believed to help prevent vibration and also mechanical noise !

[@andyjrichie6709]

@@Moonfleet41 oh right OK, how technology has moved on

[@kwiebje24]

You did again an amazing job! The trick with the bar could indeed very good solution 👍

[@vrocuk2099]

Another great video, and just how do you know :)

[@gilmadarhome]

It is a pleasure seeing you doing your work by the book. Everything torqued to spec. Thank you!

[@Moonfleet41]

Glad you enjoyed it, thank you for your feedback!

[@rsbharley4766]

Excellent video Del & Penny. Great job mate, bet you can't wait to get that sun shine and get out on the 1400. Penny and you enjoy the last part of your week, take care. Cheers

[@Moonfleet41]

Too right mate, few more jobs to do then im ready to play..! can't wait now the sun's shining.. !

[@tonysimmonds7814]

Your adjuster lock nut hasn't been tightened in the outro clips...

[@gerardcullen5131]

Nice precise job love to watch you work Del

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Gerard !

[@JoeAndary]

Love the closeups of what you’re doing. It must take you a long time to film and edit these videos.

[@Moonfleet41]

It sure does mate... the editing is longer than the filming in most cases..! Thank you for your kind words.

[@briannicholls7887]

First time watching I like what I see but you dont give a lot of information about torx settings

[@DrRockter5150]

ok... I'll bite... how do you know? lol

[@mickleblade]

Why not just stick the bike in gear to hold the front sprocket?

[@Moonfleet41]

Let me know how you get on with that!

[@mickleblade]

@@Moonfleet41 I've done it before and it was fine! But then again, it wasn't like wrestling with a gorilla either

[@Moonfleet41]

@@mickleblade As i mentioned in the video, ive had them overcome everything, brakes, gears and even defy a windy gun... This method never fails though !

[@shellymcfarlane3732]

Changed chain and sprockets now have winging noses between 80km and 100 km why

[@masterlordking]

Del you just make everything look easy

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed it. !

[@JJ_on_B6]

Can you do my 600 for a video sprockets n chain please 😅 ill pay too obviously

[@stevehopkinson4871]

Enjoying the vid dell but will you please start doing longer ones like the old days been watching you since the start buddy

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Steve... would you believe, that across the youtube platform, the average view duration is just 6 minutes !! not just me, but all videos from all creators.. and that doesn't matter if the video is 8 minutes long or 28.. viewers on average watch just 6 minutes !!! so these days i try to pack in more progress and keep the videos well paced and progressive.. Thank you for you kind and loyal long term support mate, it's really appreciated.

[@chrispayne1029]

Great Video a job worth doing and worth doing well Del 💯👌👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Chris.

[@IrishGaucho]

Del, I see a quick little project there to paint the inside of the rear disc to match what you had before. It kind of looks wierd all metal. What do you think?

[@Moonfleet41]

Not really mate, I've said all along this isn't a restoration, there's no machined line to paint up to either, so it'd mean somehow masking it and with heat it'd definitely chip so probably end up looking rough in the future... it'll be fine as it is mate, nice and tidy.

[@FREE_PUREBLOOD333]

That bikes a beauty now mate.. someone's going to get a gem when you sell it. 🏍️💨👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, looking forward to enjoying it myself first, !

[@tinks43]

I recon you could have done that in you’re sleep 👏🏻 at least you didn’t have to fight it.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy... it's certainly a familiar job now aye..lol!

[@mechanicalman4531]

the swing arm measurements are not the same both sides. i guess the alignment a bit wonky so you need to offset one side to compensate ?

[@MrSmith-hd8od]

It wasn't showing left and right marks, it was a before and after of just the left side, showing how much adjustment distance is now available with the new chain.

[@mechanicalman4531]

@@MrSmith-hd8od makes sense. should have known better. delboy would never have the sides different

[@oulupulu]

Crikey. A spoke repair job is surprisingly expensive. Ask me how I know.

[@simonstillborn4951]

Hope you guys get many many sunny days of summer 💪😎🤳

[@jasonhildreth3071]

Fantastic as usual 👏

[@dieterich6533]

Ask me how I know 😂

[@nicholasbishop3300]

Nice maintenance job there Del Nick Australia

[@Moonfleet41]

Cheers Nick.. good to hear from you mate !

[@vaughanboyce3702]

Hey Del, been watching for yrs and must say you are a real asset to the motorcycle community, your vids are great and your tutorials are text book perfect. Good work.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you so much for your long term support and kind words, it's really appreciated, and im glad out content can help.

[@Cueballproductions1149]

Another top how to I must ask how did the spoke wheel go ?😅

[@Moonfleet41]

When stripping the Harley down, it needed new rims anyway, so i blocked it with a bar, and the front sprocket nut was so tight, is sheared two spokes clean off..... I would not have chanced it if the wheels were to be re-used, but as i was getting them re-laced it didn't matter !