Dirt Bike Chain Maintenance & Adjustment

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Maintaining your chain is an important part of getting the most life out of your final drive components. Keeping your chain and sprockets clean and properly adjusting your chain will not only help prolong the life of these parts, but it will prevent premature wear and possible damage. In this video we show you how to inspect both sprockets and your chain for wear, and how to know when these parts need replaced. You're service manual will contain the service limits for your chain and sprockets. For more information and a list of sprockets and chains we carry for your machine, visit out website www.rockymountainatvmc.com !
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@badgumby9544 3 жыл бұрын

Chain lube is a dirt and dust magnet. No matter how long you let it set after application.

@Hanibul_Lecktor Ай бұрын

Chain wax, 100% never used properly. Bike on stand, in neutral. Spin tire, use heat gun on medium heat. Slowly heat chain to 140f or hot to the touch. Apply chain wax or lube while spinning the tire, 2-3 rotations. Let stand for 1 min, then take a rag to wrap around the chain while spinning the tire. 2-3 full rotations. Let sit 15+ mins before riding. Done !!! You now lubed the inside of the chain, removing the excess that collects dirt.

@cpwthe40 5 жыл бұрын

You should do a video over the best brands of dirtbike chains

@greaselover3248 7 жыл бұрын

Awsome awsome awsome video helped me out so much thank u so much

@djmystery7235 7 жыл бұрын

My sprocket is the shape of a cd on both sides

@AdrianOdobescuod16 7 жыл бұрын

nice!! so put some magnets on sprocket and some magnets on chain and ride safe!! :D

@borntwice4724 4 жыл бұрын

You’re good.

@hamburgerklay7679 4 жыл бұрын

Its probably good

@djmystery7235 4 жыл бұрын

Zachary Peterson it would sing me a song

@djp3819 3 жыл бұрын

Are you still running it today?

@gynn4622 6 жыл бұрын

by the time you spend the money on a chain brush and specific chain lube you might as well buy another chain. Because you go through the chain lube let me tell you. just use some waste oil or 3in1 oil or really anything

@bellyacre1 Жыл бұрын

I just use 90 weight gear oil. I always have extra in my garage. And it's not used very often. Also, I replace chain before it can deform sprockets. Chain itself not so expensive.

@gray_wolverine63 4 жыл бұрын

Great video 👍🏼 I also need your help on how many ft-lb did you do on your front sprocket someone else said 52 what did you do yours at ? I own a 2020 KLX300R. Hope you can help. Thanks

@amryamaha 8 жыл бұрын

I don't recommend spraying chain lube towards the direction of the brake rotor....

@rmatvmc 8 жыл бұрын

That's a good point to make. Some chain lubes can overspray. Thanks for sharing

@vsrziege4872 7 жыл бұрын

Also i would spray in the bottom not the top of the chain

@Josh_Wright992 7 жыл бұрын

I never use chain lube it's sticky and it'll wear your chain and sproket, just think the chain lube is sticky right, so what's the dirt doing when it catches that sticky lube on the chain, it's like putting sand paper to your sprockets and chains, I only use WD-40 after every wash and every time I go for my motos and it leaves the chain clean

@johnnyaltomare2422 6 жыл бұрын

josh wright WD-40 is a degreaser, so it takes any type of grease or lube. Chains have lots of moving parts and they move fast so they need some type of lube. And about the sticky part-anything wet will allow dirt to stick to it easily, so you just have to let it set in and clean your chain frequently.

@basketball7677 2 жыл бұрын

@@johnnyaltomare2422 chain lube is a scam

@JohnsonsNonsense 9 жыл бұрын

great videos! keep them coming

@rmatvmc 9 жыл бұрын

johno258 We are glad that you like them! Thanks for letting us know!

@Catman1987 3 жыл бұрын

Good luck adjusting the chain on a 2021 Kx 450 dirt bike , the right side of the bike has notch lines BUT the left side doesn’t at all making it very hard to like up both sides evenly , im still here scratching my head , kx 450s dont come with those fancy Tusks after market parts like they do im this video .

@WILLY52368 3 жыл бұрын

It would help to someone make a video of snail type adjusters for a change

@Otravistafoto 7 жыл бұрын

HI. Could you advise? I have got a new chain fro my Derby Cross City 125 moto. At the begining i was hard to even put it on as it was so tight. Right now after 2000 km and 6 adjustments every 10days The wheel is already 2cm to the back. Could chain stretch so much? Would the Chain tenser solve the problem? Thanks for any advise

@jackadams3185 5 жыл бұрын

To Measure the chain just put 3 fingers behind the chain slider.

@cameronscott576 6 жыл бұрын

Can someone please help me, on how to tighten my apollo 125 dB-18 chain!!

@azrida9543 Жыл бұрын

I got all brand new, but the bottom of my chain seems like it's rubbing the chain guide. I'm thinking shaving the inside of the chain guide what r your thoughts?

@charlotteharliboyd1189 10 жыл бұрын

Open end should face backwards away from drive direction

@MMin3r 10 жыл бұрын

Can you guys do a video on how to remove the timing chain on a dirt bike? Possibly something similar to a 2003 yz450f?

@rmatvmc 10 жыл бұрын

MMin3r Are you just replacing your timing chain or what are you wanting to do? If you follow this link Motorcycle Top End Rebuild For Yamaha Four Stroke (Part 1 of 2) it will take you to Part 1 of our Top End Rebuild on a Yamaha which will be very similar to your bike. This shows how to properly dis-assemble the top end of a bike and once you get that far you are basically ready to remove the cam chain as well. As that's left is pulling the flywheel and then carefully dropping the cam chain down into the crankcase and around the sprocket on the crankshaft. You can also refer to your bike's service manual for instructions.

@MMin3r 10 жыл бұрын

I'm getting ready to do a top end rebuild on my bike. New gaskets, rings, and a timing chain, because I can hear it a tad bit when it idles. I have a service manual, but it looks so complicated in the manual, so I try to find better examples on KZfaq. I've seen the Rocky Mountain ATV MC top end rebuild on that yami 4 stroke so many times. I really love how it makes a top end rebuild look so much easier than in the manual.

@rmatvmc 10 жыл бұрын

MMin3r Ha I know what you mean! They are saying the same thing, they just have to make it more complicated for some reason which doesn't make any sense. Yeah, definitely if you are already into the top end it's always a good idea to put a fresh chain in at the same time. I would refer to that Top End video as much as you can and then also follow along with the manual and it shouldn't be too complicated. If you run into any questions just let us know!

@markvalente480 4 жыл бұрын

What is the song used in the opener of this video?

@oBlackCoffee 7 жыл бұрын

I went to check my roller and it was totally missing, must have fell off on the trail somewhere.

@rmatvmc 7 жыл бұрын

I know a place where you can pick one up! :) www.rockymountainatvmc.com/p/3186/9522/Primary-Drive-Chain-Roller

@Soloman1 4 жыл бұрын

After changing new roller, my chain started producing sound! Is that the problem of dry roller??

@rmatvmc 4 жыл бұрын

No, if you're roller was pretty worn out, it's normal to have some noise. Especially if you put an aftermarket roller on with a harder compound.

@Johns367 10 ай бұрын

Can you add a few links?

@atc2239 10 жыл бұрын

is there a way to repair rear swings career where the chain adjustment goes in because mine is broken and cant really adjust my chains. also sorry for bad english so i hope you understand what im trying to say

@rmatvmc 10 жыл бұрын

***** It depends on what is actually broken. They make adjuster bolt repair kits for certain bikes and that may be the best option for you. What bike are you working on?

@SketchyKirby 8 жыл бұрын

Which chain is the one used in the video?

@LGR_LGR_LGR 5 жыл бұрын

I found spraying the chain with wd-40 first then pressure wash the chain once dry lube the chain 🏍👍

@bradleythomsen3083 5 жыл бұрын

Doesn't wd-40 dry out the o-rings?

@SachaBernasconi 4 жыл бұрын

@@bradleythomsen3083 no, has been tested and prooved multiple times, it doesn't

@bornepic1626 5 жыл бұрын

What happens if u dont change it??

@cyclesdraw5341 3 жыл бұрын

When you get the chain 3 finger tight where you want it and when you sit on it and chain is really tight, is that normal or no??? Thanks!

@masonhill4065 2 жыл бұрын

Did you ever find out the answer? I'm curious too

@Jacob-wr7ch 7 жыл бұрын

When you're cleaning and lubing the chain, couldn't you just turn the bike on and put it in first while it's on a stand so that the chain will spin for you? That's what I do. I clean it and lube it while the chain is moving.

@rmatvmc 7 жыл бұрын

That would be a safety hazard, sorry. We would not recommend doing that. Spinning the rear wheel by hand, works fine. Thanks for sharing your method Jacob! Vinny

@Jacob-wr7ch 7 жыл бұрын

Rocky Mountain ATV MC I was wondering why you said it was a safety hazard but then I thought about it, and it's common sense. If the bike tips back, there goes the bike! Sometimes when I go to clean it, I get scared that my hand is gonna get caught in the sprocket and get pulled down in between it and the swingarm. I don't want to lose a hand.

@tomsprusis7560 3 жыл бұрын

What's the golden part called that is between the front sprocket and the engine?

@rmatvmc 3 жыл бұрын

That is a case saver 👍🏼 - Wes

@drongojonkins8945 6 жыл бұрын

None of these tutorials mention whether the rear suspension is slack, loaded or neutral when making the adjusments. Whether the bike is on a stand or weighted can mean the difference between five fingers and full tight.

@GametimeSlime 6 жыл бұрын

If the bike is on a stand when you are adjusting it, it will read incorrectly. Use a wash cloth stick it inbetween the chain and back sprocket rotate it a little towards the back and than make your adjustments that will give you the tru slack measurements as if the bike was already dropped

@connor3288 11 ай бұрын

Yeah thats the problem with these videos and even service manuals. Best way imo is to put on centerstand or workstand, disconnect shocks/shock, and align sprockets and pivot point inline. That is the tightest the chain will ever be, set a small amount of slack there. Then reassemble everything and make a reference chain slack measurement you can use easily/quickly to know chain is loose enough. As long as you use the reference measurement in same way everytime, like always on sidestand, or center stand, so you can keep the swingarm angle the same, should be good. Better too loose than too tight.

@gkling33 11 ай бұрын

@@connor3288ain't nobody disconnecting the rear shock when adjusting their chain

@Rcoombes40 3 жыл бұрын

What’s the black padding that’s in between the frame and the chain that’s what I’m trying to look up and I don’t know the name can somebody help me.

@rmatvmc 3 жыл бұрын

I believe you are looking at the chain slider there! The part that goes around the front of the swing arm to help protect it from the chain.

@jericochavez209 Жыл бұрын

intense

@bobbystafford8753 Жыл бұрын

Can you raise the handlebars?

@rmatvmc Жыл бұрын

Depending on your bike you will most likely need some sort of handlebar risers. You can click the link below and enter your machines year, make, and model to see the risers that will work for it. www.rockymountainatvmc.com/parts/dirt-bike-handlebar-risers

@mxjoe1777 5 жыл бұрын

When can you realy know that the time is to change chain ?

@rmatvmc 5 жыл бұрын

Look for signs of chain ware. Lot's of side play, flats spots on top and bottom, rust, or the method of trying to pull the chain away from the center of the rear sprocket. If you chain is worn and needs to be replaced, typically you'll have a small gap that appears when you pull on the chain. If the chain is in good shape, it will be nice and snug and not pull away from the sprocket. And as always, see what your service manual recommends.

@boost219 4 жыл бұрын

When it snaps lol

@nflgreatestmoments8875 9 жыл бұрын

@MrOmgSkittlez dont cut it just adjust it

@rmatvmc 9 жыл бұрын

gaming like a pro awesome pro Thanks for the comment! But in his situation he would need to cut the chain down due to the limited adjustability in the chain adjusters. An 8 link difference is a lot to compensate for. Cutting it down would be his only option or to simply return the 120 link chain and get the correct length. Thanks for watching!

@nflgreatestmoments8875 9 жыл бұрын

oh sorry :(

@rmatvmc 9 жыл бұрын

gaming like a pro awesome pro Nah you're good! We like to see comments coming in on our videos. So thank you!

@md.reponhossain630 9 жыл бұрын

gaming like a pro awesome pro What a video! After showing this video. People can Open end should face backwards away from drive direction . Thanks for this video.

@oldpieceoflooseass 9 жыл бұрын

keep your shifter tight cause it got hard to shift

@P00P_ 3 жыл бұрын

I can tell who’s reading 😂 this shows I watch Rocky Mountain to much

@pastorjdh 9 жыл бұрын

Can't believe you left out proper wheel alignment??? The block marks are often unreliable.

@borntwice4724 4 жыл бұрын

Is olive oil ok to lube my chain?

@rmatvmc 4 жыл бұрын

I would not recommend that. I have heard of people using it on bicycle chains when they are in a pinch but motorcycle chain lubes are usually a lot thicker and able to withstand higher speeds without flying all over the place.

@borntwice4724 4 жыл бұрын

Rocky Mountain ATV MC I’ve got a 2019 yz450f, I had the sag set for my weight but I feel the factory settings for the forks are a little soft for my liking, what should I do to stiffen or firm it up a little bit, much thanks.

@kalamite.enduro8426 4 жыл бұрын

Yep , if you are Gordon Ramsay

@MrOmgSkittlez 9 жыл бұрын

My manual says the chain for stock is 520x112 and my new chain is 520x120 so do I cut my chain to 112 links?, and what do I do with my chain adjusters it's almost all the way back? Please help

@rmatvmc 9 жыл бұрын

MrOmgSkittlez Yes. You will need to cut it down by grinding off the two pin links where needed. Before you cut down your chain, make sure you have the stock sprockets on the bike as well. Once you have the correct length cut, you can adjust your chain adjusters in and out for proper tension. Refer to your service manual for proper torquing. Check out our other related video at "2:16".

@MrOmgSkittlez 9 жыл бұрын

thanks for the help

@rmatvmc 9 жыл бұрын

MrOmgSkittlez You're Welcome. Thanks for watching!

@talvinderjit1 6 жыл бұрын

Can I use wd-40

@sandeepmonish8864 6 жыл бұрын

Talvinderjit Neta use diesel for cleaning chain rather wd 40

@christerstefansson1178 6 жыл бұрын

You spray the chain down were the linkage are .. Man...

@ogbobbyjohnson7144 5 жыл бұрын

howcome

@OGTylerP 2 жыл бұрын

refer to manual... gotcha.

@nico3727 8 жыл бұрын

Creepy cooter?

@brianb4406 3 жыл бұрын

You Skipped right past the hardest part!

@niners5time822 4 жыл бұрын

I measured my three fingers. 2.25 inches. That’ll do.

@sdqsdq6274 6 жыл бұрын

wtf, who rides the front till its bald ,lol

@geoffo8266 5 жыл бұрын

Poor people

@borntwice4724 4 жыл бұрын

Dip shit’s

@10Gidi 6 жыл бұрын

never lube from the outside of the chain.. only from the inside

@hillewi2886 6 жыл бұрын

Masadu6 Why

@christerstefansson1178 6 жыл бұрын

And you check the tightnes of the chain while sitting on the bike... Man...

@bikersoncall Жыл бұрын

No help, came for the adjustment aspect, I consider RM to be expert at things like this, I have no specs to go by , a rule of thumb would have been in order here, height off deck of swing arm etc, smh, wasted 5 min that I can't get back.