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Primary chain

Discussion in 'Motorcycle Tech Talk' started by Stinkey, Jun 7, 2010.

  1. Stinkey

    Stinkey New Member

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    How do you know or check to see if you primary chain needs to be replaced? should there be any movment side to side at all?
    Stinkey, Jun 7, 2010
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    chucktx Moderator Staff Member

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    the factory service manual has the specs. for the chain.....i cant remember the amount, but it is in the service manual........your best tool in the box!
    chucktx, Jun 7, 2010
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    Lucifer Well-Known Member

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    Primary chain free play....Evo or Twinkie...5/8-7/8" cold, 3/8- 5/8" hot....until your shoe is adjusted all the way up and you can get within those specs your chain is OK...you'll get a little side play(it's a chain) unless it's way too tight, it's up and down play you check.
    If the shoe is adjusted all the way up and best you can get is 5/8"hot....you're due for a chain within the next 2500-3000 miles.
    Lucifer, Jun 7, 2010
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  5. chucktx

    chucktx Moderator Staff Member

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    that sounds bout right,,,,,,,
    chucktx, Jun 7, 2010
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  6. Stinkey

    Stinkey New Member

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    thanks for the info
    Stinkey, Jun 7, 2010
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    We are assuming the bike is pre 07 or 06 if it is a Dyna.
    ReeseSS, Jun 8, 2010
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  8. Stinkey

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    92 dresser it started to have a wierd knocking or clanking sound my question is now can a primary chain make suck a noise on its own when its ajusted right? the boot is up all the way but the the chain is with in spects.
    Stinkey, Jun 8, 2010
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  9. chucktx

    chucktx Moderator Staff Member

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    the chain could be developing stiff spots..the rollers between the links are worn..yes it can make godawful sounds.....be sure to check the sprocket wear also......
    chucktx, Jun 8, 2010
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  10. Stinkey

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    thanks, I think thats it , when I try to move the chain side to side it feels ruff. I was starting to get scared. lol
    Stinkey, Jun 10, 2010
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