Variable drive chain tension???
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Variable drive chain tension???
I have a 1991 CBR600F2. It is impossible to adjust the chain. It varies from TIGHT to 1.5" of free play as you rotate the rear wheel. What does this mean? Must I replace the chain? If I do, must I replace the chain & sprokets as a set? TAI...
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generally, that means your chain is shot. If the rollers roll freely and there isnt a lot of side to side lash, you get away with just lubing the chain.
If the chain is found to be bad, replace the chain along with sprockets as a set. You dont want a new chain on an old set of sprockets.
How are you checking the tension? Is the bikes rear wheel off the ground? or is the bikes wheel on the ground?
If the chain is found to be bad, replace the chain along with sprockets as a set. You dont want a new chain on an old set of sprockets.
How are you checking the tension? Is the bikes rear wheel off the ground? or is the bikes wheel on the ground?
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