How To Adjust Drive Chain Slack - Gen2

[WuzzaCBXRider]

You know I’ve never used a torque wrench or any special attachment to align the chain ‘properly’ on any bike I’ve owned.

 

[Bumblebee]

You know I’ve never used a torque wrench or any special attachment to align the chain ‘properly’ on any bike I’ve owned.

I never used to but I saw this tool and decided to try it out...I put it on my chain and low and behold, it was off slightly...I've used it ever since.

 

[Mythos]

A video on the chain alignment tool @RedBull style

Thanks Yellow09. I will give that a try. I remember trying to use a string along the top run of the chain one time and I really couldn't tell much from that.

 

[Mythos]

TORQUE, REAR AXLE: 72.5 foot lbs!!

Dang, I hope I don't screw anyone up with what is now permanently on the internet.

There is no way to edit a post at this time is there?

Might have to ask Cap to remove the whole thing and repost the correct info. DANG

Woo-HOOOOO! We got er fixed! Thanks Cap! 72.5 ft lbs it is! (now)

Also, thanks @08BusaKY for drawing our attention to the error.

 

[Bumblebee]

Thanks Yellow09. I will give that a try. I remember trying to use a string along the top run of the chain one time and I really couldn't tell much from that.

This gadget is much better than a piece of string...

I use a ruler and measure as well but this rig is good to make it straight.

 

[ROADTOAD1340]

This gadget is much better than a piece of string...

I use a ruler and measure as well but this rig is good to make it straight.

I'm getting one of them too , thanks Sarge .

 

[Rojo]

How To Adjust Drive Chain Slack - Gen2 | Maintenance and Do-It-Yourself

How to Adjust Drive Chain Slack Gen2 Hayabusa The drive chain will need to be tightened periodically, especially when the chain is new. It also will need to be adjusted when replacing the drive chain or switching to different sized sprockets. The movement of the rear suspension requires that...

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