Need Help replacing Sprocket/Chain

05svr650 · 03-18-2008, 09:07 AM

Pull the rear tire. Remove rear sprocket attach new one. Remove old chain via master link. Remove front sprocket cover. The front sprocket will take a special MM socket, mine cost me $13 at the auto parts store. Be sure to re torque all bolts and nuts to factory specs. Install new chain.

It quite easy, just remember where everything came from so you can put it back in the same place.

A wise investment is a service manual if you don't already have one.

azoomm · 03-18-2008, 09:24 AM

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Originally Posted by 05svr650

A wise investment is a service manual if you don't already have one.

That, and the right tools make the job EASY....

marko138 · 03-18-2008, 09:42 AM

I'd recommend loosening the counter sprocket first. Good luck with that after the chain is off.

05svr650 · 03-18-2008, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by marko138

I'd recommend loosening the counter sprocket first. Good luck with that after the chain is off.

Oops, got ahead of myself.

No Worries · 03-18-2008, 11:45 AM

Many stock chains don't have a master link. Anyway, you shouldn't use one on your new chain. I like DID chain and steel Esjot sprockets. I like good tools so I bought a Motion Pro chain breaker and riveter. It's expensive, but then you can buy 120 links of DID chain at a bargain price and break it down to your length. Follow the directions and always measure (and count) three times and cut once.

03-18-2008, 09:07 AM	#1
05svr650 Supporting Vendor Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Soon to be Temple, TX Moto: wide open throttle Posts: 108	Pull the rear tire. Remove rear sprocket attach new one. Remove old chain via master link. Remove front sprocket cover. The front sprocket will take a special MM socket, mine cost me $13 at the auto parts store. Be sure to re torque all bolts and nuts to factory specs. Install new chain. It quite easy, just remember where everything came from so you can put it back in the same place. A wise investment is a service manual if you don't already have one. __________________ www.JandBcycle.com

03-18-2008, 11:45 AM	#5
No Worries Keyboard Racer Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Mile High City Moto: Old Superbikes Posts: 1,016	Many stock chains don't have a master link. Anyway, you shouldn't use one on your new chain. I like DID chain and steel Esjot sprockets. I like good tools so I bought a Motion Pro chain breaker and riveter. It's expensive, but then you can buy 120 links of DID chain at a bargain price and break it down to your length. Follow the directions and always measure (and count) three times and cut once.