justin0469 Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 Anyone in the area want to help me go over my new bike. I know there is things that need to be done like adjust the chain (its bad) and I'm sure there's more that I don't even know. Who can help out a newb and check it out with me? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaNick Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 Your owners manual should tell you how to adjust your chain.It's simple and a must know when you're new to bikes.-Get the tools and learn it. -Get a 100 ftlb torque wrench with a socket to fit your axel nut.-Get a cotter pin the same size as your old one that goes through it.-Take the cotter pin off and loosen the axel nut.-Next, take 2 little wrenches to adjust the chain adjusting nuts on both sides of the swingarm to get your comfortable chain slack where you want it.-Line up the hash marks as good as you can then tighten the nuts. That's fine for now until you buy a chain-alignment tool like I have. I bought a motion pro chain alignment tool and it's cheaper than $15.-Next, tighten axel nut to specified torque and then put cotter pin though.You're DONE! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benyen Soljax Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 how many miles on it? did you buy it from a dealer? if not, it probably needs an oil change. also you want to make sure that chain is good and lubed up.also ive heard the chain should have about 1" of play up and down when it is tensioned properly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justin0469 Posted June 18, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 18, 2008 I changed the oil and cleaned/lubed the chain. It was my first time though, so I may not have done the best job but it definitely looks alot better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angrish Posted June 18, 2008 Report Share Posted June 18, 2008 I changed the oil and cleaned/lubed the chain. It was my first time though, so I may not have done the best job but it definitely looks alot better.I help you out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justin0469 Posted June 18, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 18, 2008 Angrish, I appreciate the offer! I might have to take you up on it when I get the right tools/parts. If the chain can easily touch the swingarm when I push it up from underneath, what's the likelyhood I will need to replace it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockstarhonda Posted June 18, 2008 Report Share Posted June 18, 2008 Justin just be careful with angrish dont make him mad or you might get beat up. Just kidding he will make sure your bike is right. Welcome to ohioriders!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angrish Posted June 18, 2008 Report Share Posted June 18, 2008 Justin just be careful with angrish dont make him mad or you might get beat up. Just kidding he will make sure your bike is right. Welcome to ohioriders!!Your an ass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yotaman88210 Posted June 18, 2008 Report Share Posted June 18, 2008 Angrish, I appreciate the offer! I might have to take you up on it when I get the right tools/parts. If the chain can easily touch the swingarm when I push it up from underneath, what's the likelyhood I will need to replace it?Not very likely you will need to replace, but ya never know Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Chief201 Posted June 18, 2008 Report Share Posted June 18, 2008 you should probably buy a new bike if your chains loose..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casper Posted June 18, 2008 Report Share Posted June 18, 2008 you should probably buy a new bike if your chains loose..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justin0469 Posted June 18, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 18, 2008 you should probably buy a new bike if your chains loose.....Then why do you have the ability to tighten it....?I don't think it needs to be replaced. It better not, there's less then 800 miles on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Chief201 Posted June 18, 2008 Report Share Posted June 18, 2008 Then why do you have the ability to tighten it....?I don't think it needs to be replaced. It better not, there's less then 800 miles on it.I was joking! Did you think I was serious? Thats awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Posted June 18, 2008 Report Share Posted June 18, 2008 you should change your sprockets at the same time you change your chain IMO. if you put a new chain on old sprockets, the worn sprockets will tear the hell out of the chain, and vice versa.the hash marks on the swingarm are good, but they arent always perfect. its really easy to align your tires using a string. check it outhttp://www.motorcyclistonline.com/howto/string_align_motorcycle_wheels/index.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exSRAaron Posted June 18, 2008 Report Share Posted June 18, 2008 heyyy if ur gonna sell it ill take it off ur hands... :D jkk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justin0469 Posted June 18, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 18, 2008 I was joking! Did you think I was serious? Thats awesome.I couldn't tell. I was just trying not to be a dick. Like I said, I don't think it needs replaced.And no, I'm not selling it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exSRAaron Posted June 20, 2008 Report Share Posted June 20, 2008 I couldn't tell. I was just trying not to be a dick. Like I said, I don't think it needs replaced.And no, I'm not selling it. c'mon just kidding Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoner1320 Posted June 21, 2008 Report Share Posted June 21, 2008 Well Hell There is your problem. Get a Kawi and you won't have to make adjustments Its always perfect!!!!!!! Just kidding Glad to have ya and be safe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
f4isvt Posted June 21, 2008 Report Share Posted June 21, 2008 I have to many tools to travel but your welcome to come to my garage for a day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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