How tight should my chain be on my motorcycle?
On average, however, most street motorcycles will need a chain tension of about 20 – 30 mm, or about a half inch to an inch in slack. This means that the chain should be able to move about a half inch to an inch up and about a half inch to an inch down.
How often should you adjust your chain on a motorcycle?
every 500 miles
You should check and adjust your chain every 500 miles (805 km), and more often for a dirt bike. It’s also a great time to look for kinks or rust, and to give your chain a quick cleaning and lubrication, too.
How do you know if your motorcycle chain is tight?
How do I know when my motorcycle chain is too tight?
- A ‘wurring’ sound as you accelerate.
- Knocking between gear changes.
- The chain looking under strain when you sit on the bike.
How do I know if my motorcycle chain needs Lube?
You should always lube/clean your chain if it looks dry or rusty, OR if it’s become a gooey oily mess. Remember, you can add too much lube, and this will just attract dirt.
Can you adjust motorcycle chain on side stand?
Put the bike on the side stand. Go round to the opposite side, push the bike over slightly balanced on the front tyre and sidestand. Push the axle stand under the right hand footrest bracket with your foot and you can now adjust the chain or even remove the wheel for a tyre change etc.
Why does my motorcycle chain keep getting tight?
A motorcycle chain that keeps getting loose is usually caused by the rear axle or chain tensioning bolts not being tight enough. It can also be cause by a new chain not being worn in enough, worn down sprocket teeth, having too tight of a tension, or having the wrong size of chain installed.
What causes a tight spot on a motorcycle chain?
As was stated, binding links are caused by rust and lack of lubrication. If they are in a section of chain that’s tight, it’s because the links resist straightening out when they are stretched between the sprockets and are still cocked as if on a sprocket.
What are the sprockets on a Yamaha Virago 250?
Changing sprockets (gearing) on Yamaha Virago 250 to 17/38, 17/40, 17/42, etc. The stock sprockets on the Virago 250 are 16 teeth (Front) and 45 teeth (Rear). Yamaha sells this model worldwide; the gearing is probably fine for some areas, but for travel on “high” speed paved roads, in my opinion the stock sprocket choice is way too low.
Where can I find the Virago V Star 250 service manual?
An error occurred while retrieving sharing information. Please try again later. The Cyclepedia Press LLC Yamaha XV250 Virago and V Star 250 online service manual features detailed full-color photographs and wiring diagrams, complete specifications with step-by-step procedures performed and written by a veteran Yamaha dealer trained technician.
What are the specs for a Yamaha Virago?
Virago Specifications Ignition Timing Fixed Valve Clearance (cold) 1981-1983 Intake 0.004in. (0.10 mm) Exhaust 0.006 in. (0.15 mm) Valve Clearance (cold) 1984-on
Why is my Virago 250 not running as strong?
1) Your Virago 250 is not running as strong as when it was new. 2) Half of your riding is in hills, and half is fairly flat highways. 3) Your bike has a windshield, saddlebags, and possibly other heavy accessories. Positives: 4) You do not carry passengers often. 6) You have the stock size rear tire (130/90-15).