09-29-2024, 11:49 PM | #16 |
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Ok so I’m back to check on this thread finally.
The manual’s spec for chain slack is 1/2” - 1” on the length below the swing arm WITHOUT the rider on the bike. Which I managed to do by allowing for a little “take-up” after observing the chain tension increase as I tightened the axle nut. Thanks ProDigit for the explanation- I hadn’t realized that was happening. Another (and previously unmentioned) observation: when rolling the bike, the chain tension will vary from too tight to having acceptable slack, which I believe supports my bent axle (or output shaft) hypothesis. Does it not? I will try to check runout on these tomorrow if I find time. |
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09-30-2024, 12:03 AM | #19 |
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[QUOTE=Thumper;412586] Yes
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09-30-2024, 01:57 AM | #20 |
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Apparently, the claim is that it DOES tighten while riding it. I don't know how that happens. The axel would have to move back. Pushbacks overtightened maybe??? I don't get it.
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09-30-2024, 07:20 AM | #21 | |
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I can feel chain tension with my finger when I'm sitting on the bike. The advantage of a taller person. Now, I won't do it when I'm riding. |
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09-30-2024, 07:24 AM | #22 | |
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With dirt bikes, a 0.5-1" chain tension is too tight when sitting on it. It's more like 1-1.25". All you need to look at, is that there's very little play when sitting on the bike, but not so much tension that the suspension can't work properly. |
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09-30-2024, 10:37 AM | #23 |
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So, I had this issue when I first got my Hawk. It doesn't make sense that it would tighten after riding; figure if anything it would loosen. Turned out to be the crappy stock chain, tight in one spot, loose in another. Have you tried new, decent quality chain?
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09-30-2024, 11:37 AM | #24 |
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I have. I replaced the stock chain with a pro taper.
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