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Dicky Ticker

17-08-11 07:34 PM

Re: New chain & sprockets - new whining noise?

I do not mean by ridiculous amounts but it is better to have a chain slightly loose than slightly over tight. My bike chain only runs quiet at the top end of adjustment.
Have you given the chain a good soaking in oil?----not just a spray, as not all new chains are properly lubed.

Rocket

18-08-11 05:02 PM

Re: New chain & sprockets - new whining noise?

I'd go with the chain being too tight as well. Diane adjusted her new chain and it howled like a banshee as she drove off for work. Slackened it off a few flats on the adjusters and the noise was almost gone. It won't take you long to try it out.

maviczap

18-08-11 05:25 PM

Re: New chain & sprockets - new whining noise?

Quote:

Originally Posted by trail guru (Post 2587589)

Wheel/sprocket alignment was set using the scales on the swing-arms, first ensuring that the triangular-shaped widgets with the alignment markers were seated centrally on the axle.

I know they're a pretty crude but that's all there is. And, more anecdotal opinion from biker mates, alignment doesn't have to be spot on.

I don't use those marks, i count the number of turns I make on the adjustment bolts

trail guru

23-09-11 12:02 PM

Re: New chain & sprockets - new whining noise?

The chain's done nearly a 1000 miles now and the whine reduced over time to barely noticeable. I then adjusted the tension to about 20mm and the whine came right back. So backed it off to just under 30mm (about 1/3 turn on the adjusters) and the whine's reduced.

I guess some chains whine and I also guess that better have the chain too slack than too tight.

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