[sdim66]

I know the answers probably lie somewhere within these forum pages, but I've yet to find all the answers I'm looking for. I think I already know the answers, but wanted to be sure. If you already know of a thread containing the answers, please kindly refer me.



I just got a used 09 with 55 miles on it (bought new by the seller in Aug 2011). I've changed the oil /filter, added Coleman seat cover, added handlebar risers and bigger foot pegs.



Next I want to get an o-ring chain and maybe change out the rear 50t sprocket to a 47. What's the biggest advantage of the sprocket change? And with less than 100 miles on the bike I wouldn't expect to need to change out the front sprocket along with the chain. I've read about the countershaft sprocket issues with the cheap stock chain and want to avoid this.



What should I expect to have to do to get this done? i.e. how difficult is it removing the chain, removing links and relinking on the new chain? I've done this on my mountain bikes before with a special tool. I guess I need a similar tool for the moto chain. Will I need to remove the side engine cover to replace the chain or just the rear wheel? If I buy a new chain can I buy the exact length I need or will I inevitably have to remove links?



Thanks much and glad to be part of the club.

 

[operose]

You will not need to remove the engine side cover if you are replacing just rear sprocket and chain.



Check out this awesome thread! http://tw200forum.com/index.php?/to...39165__hl__sprocket__fromsearch__1#entry39165

 

[Point37]

welcome...i picked up an ebay kit with the stock gearing...my chain judging by the writing on the box is 122 links and it matches my stock chain...maybe someone with the gearing you are talking about can give you the number of links and then you can order one with the correct number versus have to buy an expensive chain tool to use once



http://www.ebay.com/itm/DID-O-RING-...ies&hash=item35ba607fdc&vxp=mtr#ht_3921wt_908



from these guys... http://www.lytleracinggroup.com/index.htm

 

[Batman1USA]

if your not changing the front sprocket why remove the cover? hook the new chain to end of old one and roll it through, unhook the old and link the new one up. done!

 

[Point37]

if your not changing the front sprocket why remove the cover? hook the new chain to end of old one and roll it through, unhook the old and link the new one up. done!

i agree just use a twist tie or a zip tie or something

 

[sdim66]

Thanks for the replies... I've decided to stick with stock rear 50 and just upgrade the chain. In another thread, someone posted a link to a $15 chain tool which might be nice to have, but I don't think I would need that if I got the 122 links chain suggested here, assuming that the "master link" is breakable without a special chain tool. Thanks again!

 

[tba02]

You won't need any special tools. Loosen the rear axle nut, raise the rear wheel, un-clip the master link clip on the original chain, slide off one end of the chain, connect the new chain, roll it around the front sprocket. Swap in the new master link. You will need to press the new o-ring style master link to be able to get the clip seated. Some use a c-clamp, others use pliers (and three hands). I used my chain breaker as a press.



A 122 link chain is the proper length for your current setup. You'll probably have to loosen the rear wheel and move it fully forward to finish the chain connection. After that, adjust the tension, torque the rear axle nut and test drive. The manuals have the proper tension and torque specs



Manuals - http://tw200forum.com/index.php?/topic/75-service-and-repair-manuals/



Clip reference - http://tw200forum.com/index.php?/to...ter-link-problems/page__pid__42525#entry42525



(stick your old master link and clip in the tool kit for emergencies)