what causes tight spots in the chain?

[salty21]

as the title says really, i noticed when i first got the bike the chain had no tight spots, but recently it has developed one, tis quite irritating as there is a repetative noise coming from what i presume is the chain, it goes: shh....shh....shh....shh, lol best i can describe a noise in words.

it gets faster and slower with speed variation and is only audiable when coasting or under very light engine breaking, anyone else get this? is it normal?
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[rotax81]

its a normal thing, needs a new SET

trying to wheelie or snapping the clutch out doesnt help.
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[Kickstart]

Hi

Probably a chain link seizing up.

All the best

Keith
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[salty21]

there's loads of life left according to the indicator on the swingarm,
i do lube it fairly often but probably not often enough(roughly once a fortnight).

if it is down to a seizing link can it be resolved with full degrease and fresh lube?
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94 CB400 Super Four ---- 2000 VTR SP1 (sold) ---- 08 ninja p8f(sold, meh) ----05 CBR600rr

[SoND]

It's worth a try.
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[Kickstart]

[Pete.]

Once a fortnight isn't nearly often enough to lube a chain. Most tight-spots are caused by poor lubrication.
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132.9mph off and walked away. Gear is good, gear is good, gear is very very good

[salty21]

[SoND]

I've had a couple of chains that looked really bad, tight spots all over the place but a good scrub with a tooth brush and paraffin brought them back really well.
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[salty21]

i'll give that a try in the mornin then, got bugger all else to do lol, gonna be a cold one mind
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04 NSR 125(sold) ---- 03 CBR 600rr(sold) ----90 pan euro ST1100 '' ----02 CG 125
94 CB400 Super Four ---- 2000 VTR SP1 (sold) ---- 08 ninja p8f(sold, meh) ----05 CBR600rr

[salty21]

well, got it all cleaned to look like new, manipulated the 8 or so really stiff links using wd40 and engine oil but to no avail so it looks like new chain/sprockets time, shame really as both chain and sprockets look really good visually
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04 NSR 125(sold) ---- 03 CBR 600rr(sold) ----90 pan euro ST1100 '' ----02 CG 125
94 CB400 Super Four ---- 2000 VTR SP1 (sold) ---- 08 ninja p8f(sold, meh) ----05 CBR600rr

[Dalemac]

next time, take better care of your chain and sprockets - it really does pay off!

mine get a full clean every week, and then re-lubed. remember your chain needs relubing after you have ridden in the wet, so taking care of you chain is vital in the winter!

also you should check and if needed adjust your chain tension every 600 miles. it is easier for me to do it every other week after a good clean.

do you know the proper way to lube a chain?
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[salty21]

[Dalemac]

[salty21]

learn summat every day, cheers for that
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04 NSR 125(sold) ---- 03 CBR 600rr(sold) ----90 pan euro ST1100 '' ----02 CG 125
94 CB400 Super Four ---- 2000 VTR SP1 (sold) ---- 08 ninja p8f(sold, meh) ----05 CBR600rr

[The Tot]

Here's a new lesson for you - get yourself one of these

A simple, cheap but definitely effective chain oiler

I got one fitted the other day - a whole lot simpler than a scottloiler or a loobman and i've got to say that it works - if you keep forgetting to lube your chain or do long journeys, it's definitely worth it. Beats me having to lube my chain every 100 miles and adjusting every 300-400 miles.

I'll show you how it's fitted to my bike.

https://w4.bikepics.com/pics/2008%5C11%5C22%5Cbikepics-1489995-800.jpg
https://w4.bikepics.com/pics/2008%5C11%5C22%5Cbikepics-1489991-800.jpg

So, for 12 quid, i thought it was a very good investment - i now find my chain adequately lubricated after during and after every ride! Obviously, don't get complacent with cleaning the chain every week or two.. but it at least ensures that your chain is lubed especially in wet winters.

It's gravity fed, and the flow is adjusted by flow control valve. You can make your own kit, but for 12 quid and common sense, it takes a lot of the hassle away.

I use 20W50 oil from wilkos, only a quid for a litre like so it's a whole lot cheaper than chain lube!
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[salty21]

would i not need 2 of those, one for each side?

or a splitter of sorts
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94 CB400 Super Four ---- 2000 VTR SP1 (sold) ---- 08 ninja p8f(sold, meh) ----05 CBR600rr

[The Tot]

I was just about to think that, but i've found that the oil has liberally coated both sides of the chain. 20W50 is a bit light so it's less viscous. Original scottoilers only had single side applicators. Suffice to say, it does the job - I made sure that i placed the applicator along the width of the chain so it'll distribute oil across a wider area. For 12 quid, i aint complaining since it's usually the cost of a single can of chain lube and chain cleaner for me (WURTH).
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[salty21]

will get one of them then cheers
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04 NSR 125(sold) ---- 03 CBR 600rr(sold) ----90 pan euro ST1100 '' ----02 CG 125
94 CB400 Super Four ---- 2000 VTR SP1 (sold) ---- 08 ninja p8f(sold, meh) ----05 CBR600rr

[The Tot]

I'm not sure how easy it will be to fit, you just have to be intuitive with the routing and dispenser needle. You could mount the reservoir on the rear subframe and route it down the frame spar in order to drip the oil in a similar position to mine, i.e. in line with the footpegs. Most people route the delivery tube so that the dispenser drips infront of the rear sprocket, but the idea is to have it lubing the O-rings.

Anyway, it comes with a handy syringe to top up your fluids, and depending on what oil you use, flow rate etc, you can let it last one 100-200mile ride out or a whole week's commute depending on conditions.
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Never argue with autism

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[Kickstart]