Damn the bad luck

[Tractor Tom]

The chain master link failed on my first Hawk trail ride today. It sucks because the chain wadded up around the front sprocket and busted up some of the case. I wrote to the Amazon seller, Smart Deals Now, but I don't expect too much even though it's still under warranty and has only 23 miles on the Hawk. Others on the forum had mentioned having chain problems but not everyone. I had the chain tension dialed in or so I thought. Has anyone had warranty service on the RPS 250 Hawk's?

[EA]

Did you put the chain tight?

[Tractor Tom]

Originally Posted by EA

Did you put the chain tight?

I left a fair amount of slack and compensated by adding an aftermarket chain tensioner I have seen on this forum. I had to leave the Hawk behind and hike out to get picked up because I forgot the old advice to bring a spare master link!! It's in 4-wheel drive country. I had take a chance and leave it behind until a friend with a 4 X 4 can go back with me. I will load the bike out and take a closer look at the damage when I get it back. I've already ordered a heavy duty o-ring chain and spare master links. I might even rivet it back together, my son has the tool.