If you can pull the chain with your thumb and index finger away from the very back of the rear sprocket and see more than 1/2 of a gear tooth, the chain needs to be replaced. The following is an interesting interlude but doesn't answer the question.
i am replacing mine after it jumped the sprocket and locked my rear wheel at 60mph in traffic i managed to keep it up and slide off the road but if it was a corner i had been on when this happened i would not have been so lucky so i would say if you are questioning your chain better to replace it now than risk your bike and your life later its always easier to work on your bike when you plan to rather than when you have to because it broke also inspect the sprockets and the rollers on the chain for wear and oil or spray it with chain wax frequently and you will get more life out of it it should have about an inch of play and no noticable wear on the rollers or the sprocket hope that helps
A chain adjuster is a device to adjust the chain tension on a motorcycle.
To secure a motorcycle with a chain and lock, follow these steps: Choose a sturdy chain and lock made of hardened steel. Wrap the chain around a fixed object, like a pole or bike rack. Thread the chain through the motorcycle's frame or wheel. Lock the chain securely with the lock. Make sure the chain is tight and the lock is positioned away from the ground. Double-check that the motorcycle is secure before leaving it unattended.
Normal wear & tear. A well lubricated and adjusted chain will last a lot longer. Lubricate with a specific motorcycle chain lubricant at least once a week (more often in bad weather or if being ridden off road). When replacing chain also replace both front and rear sprockets (the sprockets wear as well as the chain) and for road use an automatic chain oiler will reduce wear. Contactwww.aprilia-merseyside.com for further details.
Use a 'chain splitter' device
I have a 1982 v45 magna and the timing chain is loose can it be adjusted thanks
To count the links on a motorcycle chain, you can simply count the individual metal links that make up the chain. Each link is a separate piece that connects to the next, forming the chain. Start at one end of the chain and count each link until you reach the other end.
How do I replace my stock handgrips myself on my 2006 Fatboy?
To count the chain links on a motorcycle, first locate the master link. Then, count the number of links on one side of the chain, excluding the master link. Multiply this number by 2 and add 1 for the master link to get the total number of chain links.
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A chain breaker tool is the best tool to use for removing a stubborn drive sprocket from a motorcycle chain. It is specifically designed to break and remove chain links, making it easier to take off the sprocket.
You never need to replace the timing chain if the engin use timing chain(not timing belt).