I used to be able to get my front up in second gear pretty easily and now trying my hardest i can't at all. I haven't checked my chain because i assumed when i got my tires on the shop would have properly adjusted it. could this be the cause?

 

now i dont wheelie cause i dont know how but i did just get my chain replaced and now my bike pulls alot harder and the front end even came up accidently slightly during hard acceleration, so based on that i would say yes its probably possible....

 

how long does a chain normally last?

 

It depends on how well you take care of them... On my Interceptor I got over 15,000 miles on my chain before I had to replace.

 

is there any visible signs that a chain needs replacing?

 

are you trying to power wheelie or are you dropping the clutch?

 

If u could get it up before and can't now, its prob not your chain, its prob your clutch is going out on u.

 

When getting new tires the garage does not re-adjust for the chain slack.. I would check to see if there is the recommended amount of slack in the chain.. There should be about 1 inch of play (don't remember exact measurements).

Also i doubt its a clutch problem.. Iv seen stunters abuse clutches over and over and they still run strong.. especially with the Honda's..

 

damn i sure hope it is not my clutch.... but i was clutching them up. and i think i prob have a bit more than an inch of play.

 

between 1-13/8 chain slack, then rotate the wheel if its on a stand and measure in 5-6 dif spots to make sure you don't have a tight/loose spot. Check your sprockets for wear too, might not be visible so take a good look. Just replaced my f4i chain/sprockets at 18k so.