10-27-2017, 07:25 AM
(10-27-2017, 05:55 AM)ohiorider_imp Wrote:(10-26-2017, 12:02 PM)chync_imp Wrote: I think spec is 1 1/4” slack. I would adjust it. The round thing on the front sprocket cover is directly over the front sprocket. Use that as a reference to locate the approx mid point of the chain.I did adjust it before putting in a hundred lovely miles today. The weather looks like it's going to fall apart tomorrow, so today was a real gift.
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And the CB feels much better. Much less clunking in the drive line. I checked it at 5-6 different chain positions, and I had between 1" and 1.25" slack after the adjustment.
I used the Motion Pro chain alignment tool that's been gathering dust ever since I sold my Bonneville T100 several years ago. I wanted to remove the chain guard so I could attach the tool, so I removed the two bolts I could see. There is apparently a third bolt holding the guard that is well-hidden on the side toward the wheel. Fortunately, removing the two outer bolts allowed me to swing the chain guard upward, giving more than enough room to use the alignment tool. The tool provides an additional level of confidence that the sprocket and chain are in alignment.
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Thanks to all for their advice.
Bob
That third mounting point is just a tab and slot towards the front of the guard. It will come out with a little wiggle while pulling up.