I'm worried

Just for anyone else (and to prevent the information lost in overkill), I found this website, which explains it quite clearly as follows:

Originally Posted by http://pantablo500.tripod.com/id9.html

For a double-sided swingarm, loosen the axle nuts of the rear wheel while on the sidestand, which allow it to move for adjustment. On the end of each swingarm there is an adjustment bolt. Turn clockwise with a wrench equally on both sides to adjust . The tire will move backward thus tightening the chain. The adjustment nuts only work in one direction so turn each side a little at a time and keep checking the chain as you do. You don't want to over-tighten. It's important to match the mark-up lines on both sides since this assures that the wheel has been moved evenly on both sides. If you've reached the last mark-up line that means the chain is stretched out and it's time to replace.

The rear axel nuts on the pointy SV takes a 24mm socket. Remember to torque it up properly when you're done.

That makes it sound like if you go too far you can't go back, that isn't the case ... just wind the adjusters back and 'kick' the wheel forward a bit to re-seat.

Also something to remember is that after you re-tighten the axle nut, this can change the tension of the chain. So re-check after re-tighten. And do the aforementioned 'tight spot' check too as adjusting the chain for only one place is not good practice.

It might be sounding a bit heavy now, but once you have done it the first time, it’ll all make sense and it is a very straightforward process, just takes a bit of faffing about to get it just right, but it is worth it!!

[Viney]

Look dont confuse the poor girl. Adjusting the chain is pretty straightforward. Just find a straping your lad who knows what they are doing to show you. You can do the chain with the wheel on the floor.
Putting a bike up on to a paddock stand isnt straightforward however for a slight wee lass like melody, isnt. Verna cant do it.

Get a scotoiler fitted. To me, its the best thing for chain numpties, which i am. Its not a fit and forget, but easier than lubing.

Im a scotoiler fan 100%. So they make your back whell dirty after a while, but thats better than buying a new chain twice as regularly.

What that website doesnt say is to loosen off the brake caliper torque arm bolt at the caliper end.

Right guys

Just come back in from taking bike to the shop where I bought my battery from. I've had the charging circuit checked and thats fine, so my regulator is ok. I asked the man to check my chain for me and he said " I'd put loads more oil on it if I was you" in other words " Melody, you're gonna die"
Tension is ok he told me. So I've come back in emptied what was left of my lube on the chain, cleaned off the spray off the back wheel and I'll take it out again shortly to get some more lube. I think I read somewhere that you should ride the bike pre and post lubing the chain?

[quote=Viper

See its not just you melody... us boys are crap as well [/quote]

Originally Posted by petevtwin650

I've got a mate. 6'2" ex doorman. He gets his local dealer to adjust the chain on his bike and he's been riding for quite a few years now..

Thats reassuring.........I feel like the forum idiot

[quote=Blue_SV650S;1247663

p.s. you worry too much!! [/quote]

Now I'm worried y'all think I worry too much

Originally Posted by dizzyblonde

I'm sure your chain needed doing on the AR...so it'll be a defo now

OMG. You have PM

Originally Posted by Blue_SV650S

It might be sounding a bit heavy now, but once you have done it the first time, it’ll all make sense and it is a very straightforward process, just takes a bit of faffing about to get it just right, but it is worth it!!

My head's hurting just from reading this

Originally Posted by Viney

Look dont confuse the poor girl. Adjusting the chain is pretty straightforward. Just find a straping your lad who knows what they are doing to show you. You can do the chain with the wheel on the floor.
Putting a bike up on to a paddock stand isnt straightforward however for a slight wee lass like melody, isnt. Verna cant do it.

I agree!!! Problem is that Yorkie Chris expects too much in return.....tea AND two sugars AND biscuits to boot!!

Originally Posted by melody

I agree!!! Problem is that Yorkie Chris expects too much in return.....tea AND two sugars AND biscuits to boot!!

... and favours in tents involving clothes?

Its a shame you are right up there in Yorkshire, I could show you all you need to know in 5 mins!!

Its actually harder to explain than to do!!!

Deffo keep it well lubed. Also if you have ridden in the wet, remember it will dry the chain out (of oil) more than dry!! I find a re-lube after a wet ride/day is always a good idea

[fizzwheel]

Melody if you're buying new lube, try and get some stuff made by Wurth called Dry Lube, its what we use on Liz's Ducati as that hasnt got a Scotoiler on it and seems to work really well, it doesnt fling off anywhere near as badly as some of the other lubes we've used.

Its best to lube after you've taken the bike for a run as the chain will be warm then and it helps the lube get into all the nooks and crannies of the chain.

I'd vote for the scottoiler, more than pays for itself in the life of one chain. Dramatically reduces the frequency with which you need to adjust it (at times I've had my rear tyre changed more frequently than my chain has needed adjusting).

Originally Posted by Baph

... and favours in tents involving clothes?

See what I mean. He's not cheap that Yorkie Chris

Originally Posted by Blue_SV650S

Its a shame you are right up there in Yorkshire, I could show you all you need to know in 5 mins!!

Whats a few miles between forum buddies

Originally Posted by fizzwheel

Melody if you're buying new lube, try and get some stuff made by Wurth called Dry Lube, its what we use on Liz's Ducati as that hasnt got a Scotoiler on.

I'm off now to get me some Wurth Dry Lube.