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Aug 2, 2010 | 07:43 AM

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bicklebok

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From: Montgomery, AL USA

Thanks for the help guys!! I bet you guys are right, that the tick mark pieces are installed facing inwards. Will try to correct that, then double check with the measurement.

Neat tool by the way!

Aug 2, 2010 | 10:16 AM

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Bassman

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Sprock,
That's the exact tool I was talking about. I've had it so long I can't remember where I got it.

Aug 2, 2010 | 10:49 AM

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hparker619

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From: hixson ,tennessee

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Originally Posted by Bordo

I measure form the centre of the swingarm bolt to the centre of the axle on each side like Steve suggested. Is close enough for me. Been doing it that way for years and never had any problems.

i repoed an r6 one time the back tire was out of line so bad it was like riding on a log i had to smoke it almost off to true it up some

( what i always say if you don't know how to work on a motorcycle stay away from it with tools )

Nov 4, 2011 | 11:55 PM

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a1gatorz

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Originally Posted by Bassman

I have an inexpesive tool that clamps to the rear sprocket. It has a 10 inch rod mounted on the top that I can quickly line up with the chain. If it's not pointed directly at the front sprocket I adjust the rear wheel until it does.

Hi bassman , where could a new guy like me be able to pick one of those up for myself ? THANKS