Chains and stuff

[bogan]

Whats "pathetic" about it

You forgot the real number 4; do a mean skid au , relax then becomes numbers 5 ofc.

[Big Dog]

Home job for sure. I'd go with a. Heavier chain and lube more often. Oilers are great if correctly installed. I have gotten 60-70,000 out of each chain except the DR. that I changed at 20 because the sprockets were worn. Had been someone's adventure / trail bike for most of 8k.
I have never had an oiler. I have heard of 150 being achieved by oilers. Normally sprockets gone before chain.

I like JT sprockets. Good range. Most available in steel for durability, heavy alloy for a balance or light alloy for performance. Most dealers do kits.


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[caspernz]

To put the new master link and plate on you can just use vice grips again with a small nut seated against the side plate. Heaps of youtube videos on how to do it using that method. The master link clip can be put on using a pair of needle nose pliers without any hassle, no need for special tools. Just make sure it goes on the correct way to the rotation of travel.

Master link and a clip belongs on pedal powered bikes only...so I hope you're joking. I'd suggest buying the proper chain tool along with the sprocket and chain kit if one is going to tackle this job at home. If any doubts, leave it to a pro, cheaper in the long run. But that's already been mentioned I see...

[tri boy]

Fucking dick head.

Hopefully Santa will bring you some books to advance your vocab

[biketimus_prime]

Master link and a clip belongs on pedal powered bikes only...so I hope you're joking. I'd suggest buying the proper chain tool along with the sprocket and chain kit if one is going to tackle this job at home. If any doubts, leave it to a pro, cheaper in the long run. But that's already been mentioned I see...

Why are master link and clip only for pedal bikes?
I've done close to 5000km since installing mine and it's been fine. My bike is a 250 though but seriously that's a bit of an exaggeration?

[Kickaha]

Why are master link and clip only for pedal bikes?
I've done close to 5000km since installing mine and it's been fine.

Did 50,000km on my Ducati 900 using them, propely installed they don't cause any problems

[Big Dog]

Did 50,000km on my Ducati 900 using them, propely installed they don't cause any problems

When I did the link on my DR the mechanic I discussed it with first was of the opinion if you've screwed the pooch you will know be for the next service.
Done 28,000 since.

He also said most failures happen because of not reading the instructions and putting the clip facing the wrong way or not flush.

[biketimus_prime]

I did some browsing and there are loads of stories where clip links have failed. I went and had a look at mine now, still solidly on there. I did twist a bit of metal wire around it now though but honestly I can't see it failing. If they're so bad, why the hell do they still have them! Not even a warning on the chain instructions about not using it for road bikes or anything.

[Flip]

I did 16kkm on the factory chain on my old 1200 Trophy, fitted a scott oiler and a new chain then did another 80kkm before I sold the bike. During that time I adjusted the chain twice.

Rivet links are a kind of good insurance. Spring clip links are well, just to get you home.

Beg borrow or steal a chain riveter. If you were local you could borrow mine.

[Taxythingy]

I'd wager the clips are like most mechanical bits. Most failures happen within a short time after installation and are a direct result of it not being done correctly.

12,000 km on my last and was still mint. Bought previous bike with a fucked chain as the clip had popped off prior to any test rides. Ride home that day was reeeal casual...

[TheDemonLord]

So as an FYI - I am not going to do this myself - I was keen on the idea but I don't have either:

a Centre Stand
a race jack
or
a sturdy rafter to hoist the bike up from

So this will be a professional job - but next time will DIY it (once I have gotten myself a race jack)

[Big Dog]

Would you do it yourself if you could borrow a suitable stand?


Stupid phone / Tapatalk, apologies in advance.

[Big Dog]

What bike is this for?


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[Tazz]

So as an FYI - I am not going to do this myself - I was keen on the idea but I don't have either:

a Centre Stand
a race jack
or
a sturdy rafter to hoist the bike up from

So this will be a professional job - but next time will DIY it (once I have gotten myself a race jack)

You can use a bottle, scissor or trolley jack on the bottom of the frame. Might have to whip one or both of the side fairings off depending on where they sit.

[TheDemonLord]

Would you do it yourself if you could borrow a suitable stand?


Stupid phone / Tapatalk, apologies in advance.

I would do it myself if I had all the necessary tools, but TBH - I looked at my Odometer and I need to get it serviced anyway, so 2 birds, 1 stone.

But yes, in the future - something like a chain replace is well within my mechanical skill level (or at least I think it is) provided I have the right tools (the bike is a GSX650FU)