I just adjusted my chain for the first time. Got all the tools you recommended and performed the tasks as you instructed. The ride feels SO much smoother. Thanks for taking the time to make this thorough video. I will save a lot of money in the future by not spending ridiculous amounts for a mechanic to do this easy task.
This was awesome, thank you! I have a 2021 Ninja 650, I’ll be using what I learned in your video tomorrow for my first ever chain adjustment. Thanks again!
@@NotamechanicBetty your welcome, maybe you could make a how to on how to clean and lube a chain? Doesn't seem to be any good ones and I'm sure you could do better than what's out there
In my case, these plates at the end of the swing arm near the screws have some play so that they can be moved easily, everything is tightened, nothing happens? apart from that, I have a new Ninja from the showroom... the left side of the swingarm is set differently than the right one, the difference is maybe 3/4 mm of the swingarm - the motorcycle is and rides straight, the chain runs evenly on the sprockets, etc.
You’ll need something to measure: I used digital calipers ( the drive chain slack should be in between 20 & 30 mm) a 17mm & a 24 mm socket for the axle nut, a 12mm & a 14mm box end wrench for the adjuster nut. You will also need a new cotter pin the same size as the old one and some pliers to remove it and replace it. I think this is everything but I mentioned everything on the video you could go back and watch it again it starts right before the 2:00 mark I hope this helps and have a great day
@@NotamechanicBetty Thank you very much for your quick reply :) I'll try to make the chain tension on my side. I want to be able to do it on my own. Have a nice day
My ninja might be pretty sloppy chain but I just cleaned it it was dirty as hell and lubed it I’ll ride it today then try and look at getting it adjusted
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I just adjusted my chain for the first time. Got all the tools you recommended and performed the tasks as you instructed. The ride feels SO much smoother. Thanks for taking the time to make this thorough video. I will save a lot of money in the future by not spending ridiculous amounts for a mechanic to do this easy task.
Thank you for sharing your story with me. It makes me so happy to know I was able to help.
Finally someone decided to show which size wrench is needed for the adjustable nuts. Thank-you. 14 and 12 Mm size.
Idk why but your video made more sense to me than all the others! Thank you for sharing!😁
Ty for this video. One of the best chain adjustment vids on YT. Great cam angles and good explanation. You have a new subscriber.
This was awesome, thank you! I have a 2021 Ninja 650, I’ll be using what I learned in your video tomorrow for my first ever chain adjustment. Thanks again!
Your video helped me understand how to adjust my chain. Thank you
I’m glad I could help
@@NotamechanicBetty your welcome, maybe you could make a how to on how to clean and lube a chain?
Doesn't seem to be any good ones and I'm sure you could do better than what's out there
Great video!!! what size cotter pin did you use?
@@tomclakai4 I’m not sure the exact size, I have a box of assorted sizes and I used the one that fit best
Thanks Betty, great video! Do you still have the 400? I got one a couple weeks ago, I just want to call outa work and ride it all day lol.
Yes I still have it the weather is finally good to ride I too need to get out and ride 😊🏍️
In my case, these plates at the end of the swing arm near the screws have some play so that they can be moved easily, everything is tightened, nothing happens? apart from that, I have a new Ninja from the showroom... the left side of the swingarm is set differently than the right one, the difference is maybe 3/4 mm of the swingarm - the motorcycle is and rides straight, the chain runs evenly on the sprockets, etc.
So you just loosened the axle nut just a couple of turns right?
Hello Miss,
The video looks great.
Is it possible to list the equipment you got in order to adjust the chain tension ?
Thanks
You’ll need something to measure: I used digital calipers ( the drive chain slack should be in between 20 & 30 mm) a 17mm & a 24 mm socket for the axle nut, a 12mm & a 14mm box end wrench for the adjuster nut. You will also need a new cotter pin the same size as the old one and some pliers to remove it and replace it. I think this is everything but I mentioned everything on the video you could go back and watch it again it starts right before the 2:00 mark I hope this helps and have a great day
@@NotamechanicBetty Thank you very much for your quick reply :)
I'll try to make the chain tension on my side. I want to be able to do it on my own.
Have a nice day
How do I know what size of cotter pin does fits my bike ?
My ninja might be pretty sloppy chain but I just cleaned it it was dirty as hell and lubed it I’ll ride it today then try and look at getting it adjusted
Awesome informative video, thank you soo much for the tutorial
Her husband is winning, and it has nothing to do with the corvette or the bike 😀
Nah, she's winning cause her husband ain't tightening her chain lol.
Thank ya
So where exactly are we measuring from?
6:20 Kawasaki Z650 2019 recomended value is 108 Nm / 11 kgfm / 79,7ftlb
Corvette and bike..wow your winning
Helped me. Thanks
I have a 2020 650 and I hear this noise only when I’m accelerating. It’s kind of a “swishing-ticking” noise.. I’m guessing it’s the CCT as well?
Yeah I wonder if it was the chain or something else I think I still hear it from time to time
Hey thank you for sharing
Arnt you supposed to pull the chain down for it to reach the bottom and then push it up cuz I did it that way and I got it to 1.1 Inch
Kannst du meine auch einstellen???😉😉🙃
Specific cotter pin? Or can you get anywhere?
Just a regular cotter pin. 😁
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I'm digging those sexy new tires love.