Chain and Sprocket s

[kev64]

Thinking about replacing these as the adjuster is getting close to the end
Been quoted 220 quid by my local dealer,as I havnt got a grinder/extracter etc im thinking
this price is ok, what do you think?
Also if I was to do the job myself what C/S kit would I get and from where and roughly how much

Thanks

[AMCQ46]

you can get the chain on and off a storm without cutting it, you just need to take the left hand foot rest off [which requires the swing arm spindle to be removed ] . that allows you to get the new chain riveted by a dealer and you can fit it at home saving money.

I used a DID X ring chain and steel sprockets back and front, cant remember the final price but was way better than £220

[lloydie]

If you do it yourself put the swing arm bolt back in the other way as all you need to do next time is undo the nut and lower hanger bolt and remove the sprocket cover , much easier and faster

[kev64]

Ok, will lock into that, I might try and borrow one or even get one cheap off the Bay

[AMCQ46]

and you can use the rear wheel spindle to push the swing arm spindle out and keep everything from moving apart

[kev64]

Just been looking on Ebay, I can get a splitter/riveter kit for 20quid on there delivered,so might do that
so now just gotta find C/S kit, wheres the best place for them?

[kev64]

ok, is that Busters any good, just seen it on Ebay, 88 quid delivered, F**k, ill do it meself and save 100 quid
what could possibly go wrong !!! hehe

[VTRDark]

This may help: Chain and Sprocket Swap

And... http://www.vtr1000.org/phpBB3/viewtopic ... ilit=chain
I'm sure if you ask nicely our Dutch friend may even rivit it for you beforehand.

(:-})

[bsabloke]

I saw on the facebook group rob dehoo was doing a chain & sprocket kit delivered for a reasonable price. It was a top brand & some other guy commented who paid about £40 more from an online shop. Maybe worth an inquiry.
On a previous bike i had, adjusters at maximim. New chain & sprockets ordered. Just to try, took out 1 link on old set. Adjuster to midpoint. New rivet link & away. Did a couple of months then sold bike with chain & sprocket kit thrown in.

[bsabloke]

Sorry forgot to add
Rob dehoo is vtrdh on forum & website is http://www.exhausist.com

[kev64]

I might just buy the soft link kit off eBay , take a link out and pretend its only half worn
Great money saving idea
Happy days !!

[VTRDark]

That's all well and good as a temporary fix, but don't forget there is only so much stretching something can do before it snaps.

(:-})

[kev64]

Yes, your right, just my little joke, ! I was gonna just change it all for peace of mind
As I had a bad experience with a chain snapping on me in my Younger days and I
Ain't never forgot it !!
I have got a chain oiler fitted though, hehe