Chain Adjustment the easy way

Lee R · 03-24-2016, 02:10 PM

I picked up one of these:

which I use with this:

http://www.amazon.com/Motion-Pro-08-.../dp/B000GTVOJQ

To adjust my chain. I got really sick of fiddling with the trial and error little adjustments when removing a wheel or replacing a chain. Those two tools make it pretty painless!

I didn't know if anyone had seen them before or maybe you guys know some good tricks!

Lee

SpudRider · 03-24-2016, 02:54 PM

Thanks for telling us about the chain monkey, Lee.

Lee R · 03-24-2016, 03:02 PM

I just thought I'd share and add to the awesome resource of information that is Chinarider.

detours · 03-24-2016, 03:12 PM

Here's a link to the chain monkey on ebay. Ships from the UK.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Motorcycle-C...-/391396148328

Jay In Milpitas · 03-24-2016, 08:40 PM

Those are both nifty little tools.
Just remember that after a few thousand miles it is common for a chain to have a *loose* spot or two. So when adjusting, first find an area that has less slack and use that for the play adjustment.

Also important is to take a good look at your entire chain because a *frozen* or binding link can give the impression that a section is less worn.

03-24-2016, 02:10 PM	#1
Lee R Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Upstate NY Posts: 343	Chain Adjustment the easy way I picked up one of these: which I use with this: http://www.amazon.com/Motion-Pro-08-.../dp/B000GTVOJQ To adjust my chain. I got really sick of fiddling with the trial and error little adjustments when removing a wheel or replacing a chain. Those two tools make it pretty painless! I didn't know if anyone had seen them before or maybe you guys know some good tricks! Lee
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03-24-2016, 02:54 PM	#2
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	Thanks for telling us about the chain monkey, Lee. __________________ Spud "Never argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level, and beat you with experience." Mark Twain 2015 Zongshen ZS250GY-3 (RX3) 2006 Zongshen ZS200GY-2 (Sierra 200) 2005 Honda XR650L 2004 Honda CRF250X 1998 Kawasaki KDX220 Mods made to my Zongshen ZS200GY-2: http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=6894
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03-24-2016, 03:12 PM	#4
detours Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Arvada, CO Posts: 1,004	Here's a link to the chain monkey on ebay. Ships from the UK. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Motorcycle-C...-/391396148328 __________________ Red 5 standing by! 2015 CSC red RX3 with 19" front wheel, Shinko 804/805, skid plate, tall seat, 13T/45T sprockets, progressive shock, Winyoochanok windshield, GENSSI LED headlight, SW-Motech tankbag, Shorai Lithium battery 2014 Ural Patrol
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03-24-2016, 03:02 PM	#3
Lee R Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Upstate NY Posts: 343	I just thought I'd share and add to the awesome resource of information that is Chinarider.
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03-24-2016, 08:40 PM	#5
Jay In Milpitas Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Milpitas, CA. USA Posts: 775	Those are both nifty little tools. Just remember that after a few thousand miles it is common for a chain to have a loose spot or two. So when adjusting, first find an area that has less slack and use that for the play adjustment. Also important is to take a good look at your entire chain because a frozen or binding link can give the impression that a section is less worn.
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