03-16-2015, 06:05 AM
Most of my bikes have been chain drive and there's no problem doing adjustments. The main thing to avoid is getting the chain too tight. A chain that is a little bit slack will not really cause any problems. A chain that is too tight can cause bearing damage by placing undue strain on the axle and front sprocket shaft.
If you follow the guide in the owners manual you'll be fine. Remember to measure your slack at the midpoint between the front and rear sprockets. When making the adjustment, turn the axle adjusters in small increments doing the same amount of turn on each side. You'll be surprised at how little is needed to take out the extra slack. Be sure your alignment marks are even on each side and re-tighten the axle nut. Check the slack again and you should be good. A handy tool is available from Motion Pro that attaches to the rear sprocket. A guide rod on the tool will show you when your chain is aligned with the rear sprocket.
If you follow the guide in the owners manual you'll be fine. Remember to measure your slack at the midpoint between the front and rear sprockets. When making the adjustment, turn the axle adjusters in small increments doing the same amount of turn on each side. You'll be surprised at how little is needed to take out the extra slack. Be sure your alignment marks are even on each side and re-tighten the axle nut. Check the slack again and you should be good. A handy tool is available from Motion Pro that attaches to the rear sprocket. A guide rod on the tool will show you when your chain is aligned with the rear sprocket.