Anyone ever replaced a chain and sprocket set on a motorbike?

Discussion in 'General Discussion' started by ginger ninja, Nov 14, 2019.

  1. If you`re changing the front you`ll have to dig it out by removing fairing bits and the sprocket cover as mentioned above . First step is to loosen off the front sprocket , that way if it needs a little `persuasion` you can lock it up on the rear brake for something to brace against ...

    On a race bike you can change the gearing in less than a minute - i like race bikes :D

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  2. ginger ninja

    ginger ninja Supporter

    Well it took longer than I hoped but got it done. (Started on monday with a couple of hours here and there since). Did one or two other jobs on the bike too plus rocker cover gaskets on a complete stranger's bus! Very pleased with myself so thank you all for your advice and tips.

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  3. -1 tooth front and +1 back for better wheelies....
     
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  4. stirlingmoz

    stirlingmoz Supporter

    Good work.

    Now you’ve got a chain splitter / riveter you could treat yourself to a chain alignment tool.

    Don’t trust the adjustment marks on the swingarm. They’re renowned for being inaccurate but will get you in the ball park.

    There’s a few chain alignment tools on the market ranging from posh lasers to simple straight edges.

    Correct alignment is vital for the long life of your chain and sprockets.

    Stirlingmoz
     
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  5. ginger ninja

    ginger ninja Supporter

    Oh ok. Good advice I’ll take a look. I just got a steel rule and measured it both sides of the swing arm where the mark s are.
     
  6. Moons

    Moons Supporter

    How were your cush drive rubbers?
     
  7. ginger ninja

    ginger ninja Supporter

    Are they the rubber dampers in the centre of the back wheel under the rear sprocket? If so ok I think!
     
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  8. Moons

    Moons Supporter

    Them’s the badger
     
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