I have a new chain kit for my 98 f3 and I was wondering what all is in volved in changing them. What tools do I need and how long of a project is it to to the chain and sprockets? Would ZI be better off letting a shop do it for me? I have experiance on cars( pulling engines, some susp. work, things like taht) so you think i could do it? Thanks for the help in advance

 

I believe you just need a chain breaking tool that they sell (Honda should have it as well) and you'll need a chain press tool (but this can be homemade if you do some research). Other than that, the sprockets are easy to put on, just start by taking off the back wheel and you'll see it's not difficult at all. There's 2x 8mm bolts holding on the front sprocket cover, remove them and then there's a single bolt about 14mm to take that sprocket off.

 

and depending if your old chain has a master link you may not need the chain breaker tool.

 

You can pick up a chain tool for less than $90 at CycleGear, or less on ebay. Even if your current chain has a clip style master link, your new chain is probably longer than the 108 links that your F3 with stock gearing takes. You'll need the tool to remove the extra links from the new chain and to press the new master link on and stake the ends. It's well worth you doing it yourself. If your just getting into riding and motorcycles, then you've got a lifetime of chains to repace in the future. They get easier each time you do it. I've seen some pretty poor jobs done by stealers.

IMO