Broken weld on lower chain guide

rideabout · 08-05-2016, 12:08 AM

Hello all!
Today I found that the lower chain guide mount welds had broken. Seems like an easy repair, I did send a note to CSC for advice regarding repair methods. Thought I'd pass this on to the group as this could be a corrosion problem if missed. Ride safe!

Jay In Milpitas · 08-05-2016, 12:24 AM

Looks like the threaded insert (riv-nut) came out?

detours · 08-05-2016, 01:51 AM

Let us know what CSC recommends for the repair!

rideabout · 08-05-2016, 05:15 AM

Hello Jay,

Yep the insert is held in by what looks like small welds on each side.

CSaddict · 08-05-2016, 07:43 AM

Any local hardware supplier should have a replacement.

madsocial · 08-06-2016, 08:28 AM

The bikes vibrate a lot due to running at high rpms. We should all probably get in the habit of inspecting things like this with every chain cleaning or oil change.

Lee R · 08-06-2016, 11:10 AM

Yep, the high rpm vibes broke a light mount and wore a hole through a spare tube in the side case on mine.

rideabout · 08-06-2016, 02:20 PM

Ryan responded quickly and told me the recommended repair is to have the piece re-welded onto the swingarm and that this is an unusual failure. The repair will be covered under warranty. I'll let you know how it all goes with the repair and payment.

Cheers!

rjmorel · 08-07-2016, 01:37 AM

If your not a welder, I'd try a muffler shop as they are used to welding thin tubing. rj

rideabout · 08-14-2016, 02:07 PM

Hello all,
I've decided to cover the cost of the repair myself and not use the warranty. After thinking about it a bit I can't say for sure that an off-road impact/rock didn't result in this failure. CSC was quick to respond with warranty support but I think in this case I'll own the damage.
Be safe!

08-05-2016, 01:51 AM	#3
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08-05-2016, 07:43 AM	#5
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08-06-2016, 08:28 AM	#6
madsocial Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Maryland Posts: 213	The bikes vibrate a lot due to running at high rpms. We should all probably get in the habit of inspecting things like this with every chain cleaning or oil change. __________________ Cheers! Rania aka madsocial 2016 Zongshen RX3 (CSC Cyclone) Pay it Forward!
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08-07-2016, 01:37 AM	#9
rjmorel Join Date: May 2007 Location: Warshington Posts: 928	If your not a welder, I'd try a muffler shop as they are used to welding thin tubing. rj __________________ Live Zong, and Prosper
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08-14-2016, 02:07 PM	#10
rideabout Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Jose, Ca Posts: 52	swingarm repair Hello all, I've decided to cover the cost of the repair myself and not use the warranty. After thinking about it a bit I can't say for sure that an off-road impact/rock didn't result in this failure. CSC was quick to respond with warranty support but I think in this case I'll own the damage. Be safe!
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08-05-2016, 12:24 AM	#2
Jay In Milpitas Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Milpitas, CA. USA Posts: 775	Looks like the threaded insert (riv-nut) came out?
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08-05-2016, 05:15 AM	#4
rideabout Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Jose, Ca Posts: 52	Hello Jay, Yep the insert is held in by what looks like small welds on each side.
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08-06-2016, 11:10 AM	#7
Lee R Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Upstate NY Posts: 343	Yep, the high rpm vibes broke a light mount and wore a hole through a spare tube in the side case on mine.
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08-06-2016, 02:20 PM	#8
rideabout Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Jose, Ca Posts: 52	Ryan responded quickly and told me the recommended repair is to have the piece re-welded onto the swingarm and that this is an unusual failure. The repair will be covered under warranty. I'll let you know how it all goes with the repair and payment. Cheers!
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