I had my katanas chain replaced about 3 years ago, parobably 11000 miles ago. I adjusted it at the end of last season but forgot to lube it and now 2000 miles into this season Its slapping the bike at around at probably 1.5 inch slack. Do I need a new chain or should I just adjust this one again and lube it up. I realy dont want to go through all that work if I have to replace the chain anyway.
2007-04-02 06:21:35 · 12 answers · asked by AnswerMan 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
My last chain went over 30,000 miles on a R1, of course I kept it lubed and adjusted. If you dont do that expect significantly less miles out of your chain. You should be lubing every couple hundred miles, and check tension at that point. I would attempt to majorly lube your current chain, and adjust it. If it turns out its toast you need to buy new sprockets and chain, putting a new chain on worn sprockets just wears all componets faster.
2007-04-02 15:28:41 · answer #1 · answered by rashmaster13 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Chains can last between 5k & 30k miles (possibly more). It depends on the owner which one your chain will be. If you clean, oil and adjust your chain regularly and ride normal, you should get some good miles. If you abuse the chain by not maintaining it and stunt your bike with wheelies, it normally isn’t going to last the maximum miles. Everyone has their own opinions, but some say to lube the chain every 300 to 500 miles or when ever it gets wet (which ever comes first).
If I were you, I would clean your chain, lube it, and adjust it. This shouldn’t take long to do. You’ll need to check your bikes specs for maximum chain adjustments. If you need a new chain, more than likely you’ll have some chain wine noise until the sprockets and chain can wear together correctly.
2007-04-02 09:01:54 · answer #2 · answered by Proto 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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I had my katanas chain replaced about 3 years ago, parobably 11000 miles ago. I adjusted it at the end of last season but forgot to lube it and now 2000 miles into this season Its slapping the bike at around at probably 1.5 inch slack. Do I need a new chain or should I just adjust this one again...
2015-08-18 09:38:54 · answer #3 · answered by ? 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A good quality chain is a must. Chains need adjusting when they stretch that's obvious, the trouble starts at this point. When a chain stretches the pitch changes,unfortunately the pitch on both sprockets doesn't.Now the sprockets will start to hook ,now it's time to change the chain and both sprockets.Buy the best quality chain you can afford,check and adjust it(if nes)EVERY day and lubricate it EVERY day,once a month remove and clean it,soak it in chain lube and replace it. If you follow this procedure your chain will last a very long time.
2007-04-02 10:12:09 · answer #4 · answered by JT 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with the last two answers and you do need to evaluate your personal useage on the chain. One thing i will add is that you should keep in mind that a loose chain will wear quicker than one properly tightened, so if you are waiting until the last minute to tighten the chain then you are experiencing more wear than normal. Finally, it's easier to swap a chain in the garage than on the shoulder of the highway.
2007-04-02 06:37:40 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I just put on a new JT chain. I drive a jail ling NP 50 - 420 chain- I go up and down a 45 degree hill a mile,I adjust the chain a lube it daily. I got 2,500 miles before wear showed on the rollers of chain. i PUT A NEW CHAIN ON , 20 BUCKS A BARGAIN - BELRAY CHAIN LUBE IS THE BEST TO REPEL DIRT AND LUBE ! happy biking chicks
2014-08-16 14:47:56 · answer #6 · answered by Jon 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A properly maintained motorcycle chain will last between 15K and 20K or even longer. If I were you I would adjust it and make sure you keep it lubed and maintained before purchasing new.
2007-04-02 06:27:37 · answer #7 · answered by Kristie C 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Listen to Guardrailjim, he knows what he's talking about.
A new chain on worn sprockets is asking for trouble.
2007-04-02 12:32:00 · answer #8 · answered by ducatisti 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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Checked every week and adjusted as required. How long it will last is dependent on many factors and regular cleaning and lubrication can make a massive difference. No one can say how long though without direct experience of a particular bike.
2016-04-10 08:19:54 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Chains last anywhere from 10,000 to 30,000 depending on their quality and use. Proper use can extend your chain life considerably. Smooth shifting can double its life.
Goofing around and popping wheelies is hard on chains (and front ends).
2007-04-02 06:28:55 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋