Clanky metal sound

fofiffs · 11-06-2007, 1:02 AM

I just adjusted my drive chain today, but after that i started hearing meataly sounds sounds on my drive chain. It didnt do that before i adjusted it. I know i gave it the proper slack and all but it still keeps making them clanky metal sounds. Has this happened to anyone before? if so how do you make it stop?

libretto · 11-06-2007, 2:24 AM

I got the same thing on my 929 after I adjusted the chain. After 2 rides I checked the chain and I had too much slack in it so I re adjusted it and lubed the chain and it went away. How much play do you have in your chain? It should be anywhere between 40 and 50mm slack well on the 929 at least not sure what the 600rr should be

fofiffs · 11-06-2007, 3:31 AM

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Originally Posted by libretto

I got the same thing on my 929 after I adjusted the chain. After 2 rides I checked the chain and I had too much slack in it so I re adjusted it and lubed the chain and it went away. How much play do you have in your chain? It should be anywhere between 40 and 50mm slack well on the 929 at least not sure what the 600rr should be

my slack is 25 and 35. i measured it but i think it might be a little off so i'll try agian. and i'm at that mileage to clean and lube my chain so that might too be the problem.

fofiffs · 11-07-2007, 2:15 PM

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Originally Posted by libretto

I got the same thing on my 929 after I adjusted the chain. After 2 rides I checked the chain and I had too much slack in it so I re adjusted it and lubed the chain and it went away. How much play do you have in your chain? It should be anywhere between 40 and 50mm slack well on the 929 at least not sure what the 600rr should be

yup you were right i had more slac than i thought and i also cleaned and lubed the chain and it went away..thanks for the tip..

sospelotudo · 12-24-2007, 2:14 PM

Chain adjustment is so fun! Since there seems to be people experiencing problems, I'll write a little FYI for those who may be interested.

Points to remember:
1.Chain tension changes when you tighten the axle nut.
2.If the adjustment is good, and you need to take off the rear wheel, mark the adjusters so you don't have to spend time readjusting the chain later.
3.Adjustment should be made with the chain clean and lubed.
4.If you make an adjustment and it seems to change too quickly, check your sprockets for wear.
5.A good way to make sure the adjuster blocks are tight to the set screws is to put a rag between the chain and the rear sprocket and roll the bike to pull the axle and blocks tight before tightening the axle nut.
6.If your chain is too tight, it can mess up your countershaft and or transmission bearings. Too loose and it messes up your sprockets and could fall off and go through your case!

For those who work on their own bikes, be careful and remember: manuals and attention to detail are key! Ride safe!