Repair / Chain and sprockets
Chain and sprockets
Problems, repairs and parts for the chain and sprockets.
Problems
- Chain is dry, rusty or has stiff linksRide with care
- Chain jumps teeth or comes off the sprocketsStop now
- Chain is noisy, clattering or slappingRide with care
- Chain rubs on the guard, slider or swingarmRide with care
- Chain has snappedStop now
- Chain needs adjusting very oftenRide with care
- Chain is tight in some places and slack in othersRide with care
- Clunk or snatch from the rear wheel when opening and closing the throttleRide with care
- Sprocket teeth are hooked, sharp or brokenRide with care
- Chain adjuster has run out of travelRide with care
Repairs
- Clean and lubricate the chainRider job · 15 to 30 min
- Check and adjust chain slackRider job · 20 to 30 min
- Check the chain for wearHome workshop · 15 to 20 min
- Inspect sprocketsRider job · 10 to 20 min
- Check chain guides, sliders and guardsHome workshop · 15 to 30 min
- Check the cush drive rubbersHome workshop · 30 to 60 min
- Check wheel bearingsHome workshop · 15 to 30 min
- Replace the chain and sprocketsWorkshop job · 1 to 2.5 h
- Check the swingarm pivotHome workshop · 20 to 45 min
- Bring a bike back into use after storageHome workshop · 2 to 4 h
- Check engine mounting boltsHome workshop · 20 to 40 min
- Check the rear shock absorbersHome workshop · 15 to 30 min
- Trace an oil leakHome workshop · 30 to 60 min plus a short ride
