I replaced the alignment rod with a 1/8" drill bit that's about 4"-5" longer than the original rod The longer rod makes it easier to see misalignment/alignment.
Great information and video. What you said about the axle plates came true for me. An older biker than me told me to look for perfect center on the rear sprocket and chain. Don't worry about the adjusters being even.
@albertstabelli5869 it’s an often overlooked piece of advice, people say just look at the adjusters and never realize they aren’t the full picture of alignment
This is great. I just fabricated my own hardtail frame and I'm making the engine mounts next. Any tips on making sure I have the *front* sprocket aligned properly?
Thanks for sharing this. I've done all of my adjustments at the axle while trust the manufacturer got everything symmetrically perfect. Now I'm gonna have to get one of those tools too. Could certainly use one right now.
Great video, a new tool I was not aware of like the segment you did on bleeding brakes. I appreciate that you share your knowledge and will help support your efforts.
Thanks brotha! If you use the link in my description it helps the channel but beyond that the feedback like this is what it’s all about man, I didn’t have a mentor in this when I got started so I’m trying to fill that gap for people who are in the same boat
Can’t imagine why that would be. Everything is out in the open. No covers, gaskets to change, stuff in the way etc. If this is a nightmare to maintain I can’t imagine what you’re riding that’s easier lol
Thank you Charles! Truly appreciate the support of the channel and I’m happy to hear it’s helping 🙏🏼🙏🏼 if there’s ever a problem you’d like a video on just leave me a comment and I’ll get it onto the list 👍🏼
spend some time learning about what you are trying to teach people , your lack of motorcycle knowledge is cringe worthy and also don’t make any left turns because that’s the side of the tire with gobs of chain lube on it lol!!!!!!!
you can give advice or criticism without being a dick. Like to prevent overspray getting on your tire put a bit of card between the chain and tire to catch the overspray or use a straw nozzle on your chain lube.
Correct. I can’t tell you what the spec would be for your particular bike but in all honesty I just crank it down as tight as I can and lock it up with a cotter pin
"Coat the entire chain with lube" and the tyre 👎 Use a piece of cardboard to stop the aforementioned.... Takes longer, but if you like leaning over...
You're using the adjustable wrench backwards. Flip it over and pull. This will put the pressure on the tool and not the jaw.
I bought that tool about about a minute into the video. At about $17, probably worth its weight in fork oil.
I replaced the alignment rod with a 1/8" drill bit that's about 4"-5" longer than the original rod The longer rod makes it easier to see misalignment/alignment.
Brilliant!
Grease - these instructional videos are great! please keep sharing what you know and what you learn. Thanks!!
Thanks for the feedback Chris, I appreciate you checking them out every week 🤘🏼
Great information and video. What you said about the axle plates came true for me. An older biker than me told me to look for perfect center on the rear sprocket and chain. Don't worry about the adjusters being even.
@albertstabelli5869 it’s an often overlooked piece of advice, people say just look at the adjusters and never realize they aren’t the full picture of alignment
This is great. I just fabricated my own hardtail frame and I'm making the engine mounts next. Any tips on making sure I have the *front* sprocket aligned properly?
Thanks for sharing this. I've done all of my adjustments at the axle while trust the manufacturer got everything symmetrically perfect. Now I'm gonna have to get one of those tools too. Could certainly use one right now.
Yea man I was surprised when I popped the tool on and saw how far off it was
Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience as well as having direct and concise information. Very helpful.
Glad to hear it coming across as direct and concise, thanks for checking out the channel 🙏🏼
Great video, a new tool I was not aware of like the segment you did on bleeding brakes. I appreciate that you share your knowledge and will help support your efforts.
Thanks brotha! If you use the link in my description it helps the channel but beyond that the feedback like this is what it’s all about man, I didn’t have a mentor in this when I got started so I’m trying to fill that gap for people who are in the same boat
6:36 It does not clamp to the chain.
Great teaching my friend have a blessed week.
Thank you Bob 🙏🏼
had chain stretching issues all season. ordering that tool right now!
That’s great to hear! If you use the link in the description it helps my channel out 🤘🏼
awesome
That bike looks like it's a nightmare to maintain, man.
Can’t imagine why that would be. Everything is out in the open. No covers, gaskets to change, stuff in the way etc.
If this is a nightmare to maintain I can’t imagine what you’re riding that’s easier lol
That building coaching would definitely be of benefit
If you’re interested shoot me an email Greasesgarage@gmail.com with some details about your build and where you’re at with it 🤘🏼
Great video, immediate sub ✅!
Thank you!
Thanks! Always valuable info.
Thank you Charles! Truly appreciate the support of the channel and I’m happy to hear it’s helping 🙏🏼🙏🏼 if there’s ever a problem you’d like a video on just leave me a comment and I’ll get it onto the list 👍🏼
So far, best video on the use of this tool. 🤙
Thank you 🙏🏼
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Will that tool work with a belt
That’s a good question, if you give me the width of the belt in question I could tell you whether the opening on the tool is big enough
$115? anything motion pro is a ripoff!
Who said $115?
@@greasesgarage I'm deaf - CC said.
@@greasesgarage I'm deaf. The CC printed $115.
@TyStyckify haha scared me there I thought my link was broken
spend some time learning about what you are trying to teach people , your lack of motorcycle knowledge is cringe worthy and also don’t make any left turns because that’s the side of the tire with gobs of chain lube on it lol!!!!!!!
And yet here you are watching my videos 😂 I’m glad you’re using your time wisely
you can give advice or criticism without being a dick. Like to prevent overspray getting on your tire put a bit of card between the chain and tire to catch the overspray or use a straw nozzle on your chain lube.
you never said how tight the axle nut should be
Correct. I can’t tell you what the spec would be for your particular bike but in all honesty I just crank it down as tight as I can and lock it up with a cotter pin
@greasesgarage I saw you had a snap ring on the threads up close to the nut I like that idea..
Tight nuts are a godsend.