Global Moderator Guru Posted July 21, 2014 Global Moderator Share Posted July 21, 2014 I got this tip from the tech that delivered my bike. Put your bike on a (paddock) stand, start you engine, let it idle and shift in first. While the wheel is turning, spray your lube there: https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/33459059/chain.png So on the lower inside. The sprocket will pick up the lube and it is a lot less messy. Your rear wheel stays cleaner too. And don't use to much. Just a quick spray, that's all it needs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruizin Posted July 21, 2014 Share Posted July 21, 2014 Great idea! I'm actually looking at getting a "Scotts oiler" that mounts on the swingarm and drips oil unto the chain as you ride. Just enough drops to do the job and not spray all over. The guys I know who use these oilers have chains that last forever. Yamaha MT-10 ForumYamaha Tracer 900 Forum Yamaha Ténéré 700 Forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manuel Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 I am using Motul chain lube - the brush applicator version. I apply it using the brush on the inside (just like Guru described) but by just slowly spinning the wheel with my hand. No waste, no mess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NICKY NEON Posted July 31, 2014 Share Posted July 31, 2014 hey what about the chain slack does anyone know how to measure for it they say 50mm is should be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest unknown Posted July 31, 2014 Share Posted July 31, 2014 It should be about 2" or 51-56 mm It's posted on page 7-23 to 7-24 how to properly check and adjust chain slack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NICKY NEON Posted July 31, 2014 Share Posted July 31, 2014 yes ive seen that but I get different measurements because I don't know where I should be measuring from? the bottom of the swingarm or the plastic piece on the swingarm? how hard should I be pushing down on the chain? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest unknown Posted July 31, 2014 Share Posted July 31, 2014 I measure from the chain guard and take the largest number I get and adjust according to that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fechner Posted August 1, 2014 Share Posted August 1, 2014 Hey guys, just measured my chain slack - Wanted to make sure I was coming to the right conclusion. It looks like it's right at 2", so for now it looks good. Video for your viewing pleasure: Chain slack video Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NICKY NEON Posted August 6, 2014 Share Posted August 6, 2014 im still confused. help! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Global Moderator Guru Posted August 6, 2014 Author Global Moderator Share Posted August 6, 2014 im still confused. help!What confuses you? @ryan 's video shows what to do. If it's too much, loosen the axle nut and adjust the wheel backwards by using the nuts on both sides of the swing arm (so that the wheel is straight). Tighten everything up and all is good. You measure where the red arrow is in the pic https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/33459059/chain%20slack.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rudaniun Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 What should I use to clean my chain? I know you can buy cleaner but isn't cleaner just a degreaser? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qjohnson Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 What should I use to clean my chain? I know you can buy cleaner but isn't cleaner just a degreaser?Kerosine works amazingly! I use it on my chain and also use it to wipe up anything else that's greasy. Just get yourself a chain brush and dip it in kerosine and scrub a little and repeat till the chain is clean. Then wipe it off and let it dry for a minute and then lube it up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superboots Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 lubricating the chain while the bike is in gear is probably fine as long as you don't get your fingers anywhere near it, just don't try to clean the chain with the engine spinning the wheel. If a finger gets caught you're going to be in a very bad spot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Global Moderator Guru Posted October 4, 2014 Author Global Moderator Share Posted October 4, 2014 I did some serious chain cleaning yesterday. I was very dirty (and noisy) I used diesel in a spray bottle and a brush and took off the front cover for easy access to the front sprocket. It was a tedious job but well worth it. After cleaning I gave it a good lube and she was good to go. Some pictures: https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/33459059/chain%20clean/IMG_1263.jpghttps://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/33459059/chain%20clean/IMG_1264.jpghttps://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/33459059/chain%20clean/IMG_1265.jpghttps://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/33459059/chain%20clean/IMG_1266.jpghttps://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/33459059/chain%20clean/IMG_1267.jpghttps://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/33459059/chain%20clean/IMG_1268.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member hobbs Posted October 5, 2014 Premium Member Share Posted October 5, 2014 Pulled the front sprocket cover and did the same. Fortunately so, as a rock got wedged in there, plus a ton of gunk! Everyone should periodically do this. Everything went braap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Global Moderator Guru Posted October 5, 2014 Author Global Moderator Share Posted October 5, 2014 I had a lot of gunk in there too. Grease mixed with road dirt. I had to scrape it off with a screw driver before rinsing it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cassecou Posted October 5, 2014 Share Posted October 5, 2014 On my last few bikes, I used WD40, a rag and a old paint brush to clean up the chains. The paint brush was great to get everything out off in between the chain links. Then I lifted the bike, put it in gear and sprayed white lithium grease while the chain was running. I then stopped the bike, bring it down, and removed any excess grease on the chain, as only the o-rings really needs to get grease. Any other remaining grease on the chain will attract more road gunk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member crazycracka501 Posted October 5, 2014 Premium Member Share Posted October 5, 2014 I got these to clean my chain, worked really well, she's (chain) shinny and new again and very well lubed. Chain Brush Ultimate Chain Care Kit Make it stop!....Now make it go faster! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member motomeek Posted October 6, 2014 Premium Member Share Posted October 6, 2014 Snap! I've tried to get my front sprocket guard off but it's bolted on there so tight!! I'll give it another try this weekend. Eesh. Instagram: @meekmade | You don't need to flat foot a bike to ride it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member GAZ Posted October 6, 2014 Premium Member Share Posted October 6, 2014 Grunge brush or equivalent is what I use with WD40. Then as mentioned in another thread I use the Dupont Teflon dry wax. Getting to the front sprocket can be a little annoying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aeisan Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 I got these to clean my chain, worked really well, she's (chain) shinny and new again and very well lubed. Chain Brush Ultimate Chain Care Kit I use the cleaner from that kit with a grunge brush, then wipe clean with a rag, then Teflon dry lube. Works like a dream. Life is good on 2 wheels! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member hobbs Posted October 6, 2014 Premium Member Share Posted October 6, 2014 Snap! I've tried to get my front sprocket guard off but it's bolted on there so tight!! I'll give it another try this weekend. Eesh. Yamaha is generous with the torque, both in and on the bike hah. Take your hex bit and with it inserted in the fastener give it a light whack with the end of your driver. That usually is enough. You can also tap in the radial direction if the bolt is still stuck. Everything went braap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wabill Posted October 13, 2014 Share Posted October 13, 2014 Grunge brush or equivalent is what I use with WD40. Then as mentioned in another thread I use the Dupont Teflon dry wax. Getting to the front sprocket can be a little annoying. +1 on the Dupont Teflon dry wax FJR1300A,Triumph S3,Ducati S2R1000 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dewski Posted October 16, 2014 Share Posted October 16, 2014 Bike just turned 1k....looking to take out the slack and clean lube. What is best, longest lasting, least dirt attracting lube?? (link) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member crazycracka501 Posted October 16, 2014 Premium Member Share Posted October 16, 2014 Read one thread up. Make it stop!....Now make it go faster! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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