Changed chain and sprockets for the first time :DD

[GrumpyGuts]

Hi,

Well because I binned the bike and injured myself, I have a lot of time off work. So I decided to begin doing all the things to the bike I couldn't do whilst I was working, such as head gasket, chain and sprockets.

I had to get a friend to help as I couldn't do much with a cast on, but hey ho it's finally been fucking done!

1) First removed the chain guard

https://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j69/willyrobbie/2012-09-07151953.jpg

2) Removed sprocket cover

https://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j69/willyrobbie/2012-09-07152454.jpg

3) Remove the nut and washer (after bending the metal back)

https://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j69/willyrobbie/2012-09-07152659.jpg

4) Slackened the chain adjusters

https://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j69/willyrobbie/2012-09-07153149.jpg

5) Removed split pin off wheel nut (to replaced another day)

https://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j69/willyrobbie/2012-09-07153615.jpg

6) Removed wheel nut

https://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j69/willyrobbie/2012-09-07153808.jpg

7) Removed split pin from chain and removed chain

https://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j69/willyrobbie/2012-09-07155554.jpg

8) Disconnected brake rod from the drum

https://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j69/willyrobbie/2012-09-07155852.jpg

9) Remove wheel rod and remove wheel

https://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j69/willyrobbie/2012-09-07163012.jpg

https://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j69/willyrobbie/2012-09-07163017.jpg

10) Removed old sprocket

https://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j69/willyrobbie/2012-09-07164735.jpg

11) Install new sprocket (put the teeth stamp facing towards the drum, hope that isn't a problem!)

https://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j69/willyrobbie/2012-09-07165712.jpg

12) Replaced wheel

https://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j69/willyrobbie/2012-09-07171445.jpg

13) Installed new chain and front sprocket, then lubed

https://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j69/willyrobbie/2012-09-07184335.jpg

Pretty pleased with myself to be honest!
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My Bikes: Lifan Beat 125cc '11 -> Suzuki B120P '76 -> Suzuki EN 125-2A '08 -> Honda CG 125 '04 -> Honda CB600F Hornet '98 -> Kawasaki ZZR 600 '99 -> Kawasaki GPZ 500S '95 (Current)
Theory test passed - 09/02/2012 >>>> Module 1 passed 24/07/2012 >>>> Module 2 passed 24/10/2012

[Casper]

Not a problem as that look an easy bike to work on but i would hook a chain up to the old one and pull it through and connect the ends. Leave it hanging to the side when taking sprockets off.

Well done though

[dungbug]

Brought back memories of doing it on my old GN (practically the same bike), virtual pat on the back sir.
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Suzuki GN125 (Sold) ~ Current bike: Yamaha YZF 600R Thundercat

[Vincent]

Well done
I don't know if they're available for this model but fully enclosed chainguards, whilst looking a bit naf, really help to get more miles out of the chain. Although this is sometimes counteracted by the fact the chain gets ignored while out of sight

Who got carried away with the red paint then?
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[GrumpyGuts]

Well it was a pain in the arse getting the wheel rod out but it's all dandy..shame I can't test it!

The previous owner sprayed everything red...looks shite to be honest!
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My Bikes: Lifan Beat 125cc '11 -> Suzuki B120P '76 -> Suzuki EN 125-2A '08 -> Honda CG 125 '04 -> Honda CB600F Hornet '98 -> Kawasaki ZZR 600 '99 -> Kawasaki GPZ 500S '95 (Current)
Theory test passed - 09/02/2012 >>>> Module 1 passed 24/07/2012 >>>> Module 2 passed 24/10/2012

[Vincent]

Did you remember to smear the axle and bearings with grease when you stuck it back in?
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[neil.]

Ideal time to give the drum brake a clean-up and service too.
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[Vincent]

[dungbug]

Don't forget to add a new split pin.
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Mod 1 Retest: Pass 15/0702012 Mod 2: Pass 03/08/2012
Suzuki GN125 (Sold) ~ Current bike: Yamaha YZF 600R Thundercat

[neil.]

[dungbug]

[GrumpyGuts]

The only thing that worried me was putting the rear sprocket the wrong way round, deffo not a big deal? Safe to leave it?

Split being replaced tomorrow as I have no spares
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My Bikes: Lifan Beat 125cc '11 -> Suzuki B120P '76 -> Suzuki EN 125-2A '08 -> Honda CG 125 '04 -> Honda CB600F Hornet '98 -> Kawasaki ZZR 600 '99 -> Kawasaki GPZ 500S '95 (Current)
Theory test passed - 09/02/2012 >>>> Module 1 passed 24/07/2012 >>>> Module 2 passed 24/10/2012

[Vincent]

[GrumpyGuts]

OK I will check that tomorrow. I did spin the wheel and it looked OK to me, plus I checked the sprocket to see if was straight either side after noticing my mistake and looked fine to me.

By the way, head gasket is tomorrow. Thread to follow
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My Bikes: Lifan Beat 125cc '11 -> Suzuki B120P '76 -> Suzuki EN 125-2A '08 -> Honda CG 125 '04 -> Honda CB600F Hornet '98 -> Kawasaki ZZR 600 '99 -> Kawasaki GPZ 500S '95 (Current)
Theory test passed - 09/02/2012 >>>> Module 1 passed 24/07/2012 >>>> Module 2 passed 24/10/2012

[Kradmelder]

Your sprockets didn't look too bad. How many km did you have on them?

Unless you a fussy bastard like me and like everything just right.
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2009 BMW 1200 GS

[janner_10]

Top job mate. Can I book you to do mine shortly?
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[nowhere.elysium]

Having read your previous workshop thread regarding changing a gear cable, I think that you should indeed be lauded for sorting this out single-handedly.

Congratulations, you've started the epic and painful climb up the rockface that is the home mechanic's learning curve. May it prove fruitful, and slightly less excruciating than garage costs would be.
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[GrumpyGuts]