The best method of wheel alignment on a motorcycle is from axle-center to axle-center, front to rear. Get the front wheel as straight as possible with it on the ground so it doesn't move easily and measure from the front axle to the rear axle; the distance should be the same on both sides. The markings on the swing arm are often not very precise. Also, measuring on some bikes it is difficult because of pegs, exhaust, etc but on my 750INT and Thruxton it is a straight shot with nothing in the way. Most axles are hollow which helps make it easier.
Another precise way is you can measure length of remaining thread on adjusting bolt and this is the reason I have retained stock adjustment in my Interceptor
Nice video. If you observe carefully then you will find little space on rubber plastic part just below swing arm, right in middle, that is center point for chain adjustment. Anyways Owner's manual says 20_30 mm and factory manual says 30_40 mm, I follow 30_40 mm, currently it's 37 mm and it's perfect for my 90 kgs weight + pillion
Doesn't the numbering make it easier to match both sides? That would make this a practical/functional mod as well. Also, the stock adjusters have a lock nut. Does this have something similar?
Yes, it's a bit easier with the numbers compared to the stock adjuster which has only vertical lines. This has a 6mm allen bolt which eliminates the locknut but the operation is practically the same, thats why I say that there is no big difference.
@@ksmotoshed7961 OK, so it is retained in position simply by the friction of the Allen bolt itself and no locking mechanism? In any case, since this is a direct fit, I think I will want to get it for my Interceptor as well. The numbers will help me immensely.
@@twowheeledparadox the allen bolt changes the length of the assembly and so the chain tension. If the spindle and nut is not tightened then the whole thing, wheel included, moves freely back and forth, except when its pushed forward enough so the black covers of the swing arm's ends act as a stop. The stock adjusters work exactly the same, but instead they have a fixed threaded part which moves the adjuster by tightening or loosening the nut and securing it with the second. So there is no locking mechanism, when you're happy with the chain's tension you have to keep the wheel pushed forward so that your adjustment is not ruined when you tighten the spindle nut. Hope that helps!
Looks way better than the original, much smoother
I agree!!
I did this also, but a week before I saw your post. Also purely for the looks.
looks good
The best method of wheel alignment on a motorcycle is from axle-center to axle-center, front to rear. Get the front wheel as straight as possible with it on the ground so it doesn't move easily and measure from the front axle to the rear axle; the distance should be the same on both sides. The markings on the swing arm are often not very precise. Also, measuring on some bikes it is difficult because of pegs, exhaust, etc but on my 750INT and Thruxton it is a straight shot with nothing in the way. Most axles are hollow which helps make it easier.
Another precise way is you can measure length of remaining thread on adjusting bolt and this is the reason I have retained stock adjustment in my Interceptor
Nice video. If you observe carefully then you will find little space on rubber plastic part just below swing arm, right in middle, that is center point for chain adjustment. Anyways Owner's manual says 20_30 mm and factory manual says 30_40 mm, I follow 30_40 mm, currently it's 37 mm and it's perfect for my 90 kgs weight + pillion
Another great video..
Thank you so much! I really appreciate it!!
Nice.
Doesn't the numbering make it easier to match both sides? That would make this a practical/functional mod as well. Also, the stock adjusters have a lock nut. Does this have something similar?
Yes, it's a bit easier with the numbers compared to the stock adjuster which has only vertical lines. This has a 6mm allen bolt which eliminates the locknut but the operation is practically the same, thats why I say that there is no big difference.
@@ksmotoshed7961 OK, so it is retained in position simply by the friction of the Allen bolt itself and no locking mechanism? In any case, since this is a direct fit, I think I will want to get it for my Interceptor as well. The numbers will help me immensely.
@@twowheeledparadox the allen bolt changes the length of the assembly and so the chain tension. If the spindle and nut is not tightened then the whole thing, wheel included, moves freely back and forth, except when its pushed forward enough so the black covers of the swing arm's ends act as a stop. The stock adjusters work exactly the same, but instead they have a fixed threaded part which moves the adjuster by tightening or loosening the nut and securing it with the second. So there is no locking mechanism, when you're happy with the chain's tension you have to keep the wheel pushed forward so that your adjustment is not ruined when you tighten the spindle nut. Hope that helps!
@@ksmotoshed7961 Thank you. It helps.
@@twowheeledparadox you are welcome! I’m glad!
does look better
Yes, it does!