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04-01-11, 05:45 PM

Hi guys
I've been trying to adjust the chain on my SV650 K8. However, for the life of me i simply can't get the left and right sides to line up at the same point. Initially i over-tightened and then when i tried to loosen the RHS, the marker hardly moved. This seems to be because the nut itself becomes loose and just starts to screw off the bolt.

I first did whilst on my ABBA stand, then realised i should be doing it on the side stand. Either way, i still couldn't get it right.

Obviously i'm quite concerned about riding the bike when the marks don't line up. Any tips that might help or am i better off taking it to a garage and getting it done properly?

PS: I also don't have a torque wrench, but i guess that's not so much of an issue...

Cheers in advance!

04-01-11, 05:45 PM	#1
aciduzzo Guest Posts: n/a	chain adjustment help Hi guys I've been trying to adjust the chain on my SV650 K8. However, for the life of me i simply can't get the left and right sides to line up at the same point. Initially i over-tightened and then when i tried to loosen the RHS, the marker hardly moved. This seems to be because the nut itself becomes loose and just starts to screw off the bolt. I first did whilst on my ABBA stand, then realised i should be doing it on the side stand. Either way, i still couldn't get it right. Obviously i'm quite concerned about riding the bike when the marks don't line up. Any tips that might help or am i better off taking it to a garage and getting it done properly? PS: I also don't have a torque wrench, but i guess that's not so much of an issue... Cheers in advance!