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01-11-06, 02:36 PM
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Do I have to take off the swing arm for chain replacement?
I am already in the process of doing so but was wondering for next time if this step is really appropriate or not since it seems that i can just cut and reconnect the chain while it is on the bike.
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01-11-06, 02:40 PM
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The chain will have a rivet link that can be used, if the chain is an endless one carefully removing one link using a dremmel to take off the 2 rivets on one link then run the new chain and put in the rivet link in place of the one removed.
Edit: you will need a chain rivet tool & dremmel / angle grinder for this.
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01-11-06, 02:41 PM
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Cut the old chain off. New chains come with a split link. You do, however, need a chain rivetter to fit the new chain. A mechanic will do this for a fiver or so.
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01-11-06, 03:11 PM
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You will need to take it off if you want to use the super long-lasting endless Suzuki chain.
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01-11-06, 03:13 PM
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01-11-06, 04:16 PM
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01-11-06, 07:52 PM
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great info
great info thanks for the help i am using a rk chain that isn't endless so it looks like i will be able to avoid that horrid task of taking off the swingarm, and the grotesque tool i made for that locknut already.
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29-01-07, 09:09 AM
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what about using a split link?
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29-01-07, 10:51 AM
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29-01-07, 11:20 AM
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 that was my next question how do i get the bike to the garage when i have fitted new sprockets
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