Road trip

[Sako]

Sorry if this is a duplicate....

Going on a 4 Corner (Durango,CO) run next weekend and will probably have 1200-1500 miles logged when all finished. As long as I'm not abusing the machine, should the tension set prior to departure last good enough thru the entire trip? Just trying to manage expectations. Not sure how to adjust w/o rear stand if needed. Advice?

Thanks.

 

[HillsRider]

According to the manual, you are supposed to check the chain slack while on the side stand. Same for adjusting it; leave it on the side stand.

 

[moondog]

On stock chain seemed like I had to adjust every 300-500 miles. However, I am super critical on my chain maintenance, clean & lube every 300 miles. At 7500, I went with a DID 530zvm x-ring which, amazingly enough, seems to always be in adjustment. It does depend on your riding style, I ride mine like I stole it.

 

[manatrader]

According to the manual, you are supposed to check the chain slack while on the side stand. Same for adjusting it; leave it on the side stand.  

How does that work, I have always put it up on the rear stand to do it.
Have never tired that before does it really work?