Dirt Bike Chain Adjustment and Lubrication

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www.bikebandit.com? This BikeBandit.com How To Video overviews Dirt Bike Chain Adjustment and Lubrication with Steve Matthes and was produced by Transworld Motocross.
Proper chain adjustment and lubrication on a dirt bike is key to long chain and sprocket life. Specifications for dirt bike chain adjustment can be found within most owner's manuals and can also be found within dirt bike repair manuals. You can find dirt bike repair manuals on the BikeBandit.com website at www.bikebandit....
Lubrication is your friend for long life. Chain lube for dirt bikes can be found on our website at www.bikebandit....

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@joshuaoutten2817 2 года назад

Thank you for always making SIMPLE videos. Glad to see you using your own brain as well instead of always trusting manufacturer specs, that's how I know you're a good mechanic. I love the common sense specs you always deliver! 3 finger rule, no ruler or sag tools required, you're awesome!!!

@mchale20201 11 лет назад

Thanks for posting this! It fills in the gaps nicely left by the factory service manual.

@kingj200000 13 лет назад

great vid! i like that this guy was a factory mechanic!! thanks from a small town in New Zealand..:)

@hexhead5732 3 года назад

Thank you Mr. how to bike bandit 👍

@MVARacing 11 лет назад

You put tension on the chain to insure the axle is taught against the axle blocks, that way you know you are getting a true measurement on each side of the wheel.

@GazBlacklock-rk2wg 7 лет назад

ace video. really good guy. keep it up.. from all of us at KX450F's across the pond in the UK.

@klauswittrupjensen 10 лет назад

You spray at the front to avoid lube on your bake disc and pads.

@yeahwerepthesamesmartech7113 8 лет назад

like and subbed, the 3 finger trick kept me good all last season just came back to reassure my new bikes chain is good to go

@bikebandit 8 лет назад

Hey D-Block, We're here to help, and glad that you found our video helpful. Thanks for subscribing to our channel. We appreciate the support and the business. Ride safe. BB.com!

@yeahwerepthesamesmartech7113 8 лет назад

+BikeBandit thanks, quick question just in your opinion which oil (Honda specific) is the best oil to run in the transmission side of my 2002 honda crf450r

@bikebandit 8 лет назад

Hey DB, Not sure. I used to own a 2003 CRF450R and I never used the Honda Oils in either the engine or the trans. My current 450 gets full-synthetic from either Bel-Ray or Motorex. Lots of great options out there.

@SlammedBeretta 8 лет назад

BelRay Thumper Gearsaver or Pro Honda HP Transmission oil

@Ride2Live420 Год назад

Ricky was so good because he started early as possible thus he had more riding experience than everyone else at the end of his career. I also think that him being on the small side caused him to train harder to compensate for his small stature. James Stewart & Travis Pastrami got early starts as well. Stewart was the fastest rider I have ever seen race to this day.

@cbl0325 11 лет назад

I want to like your videos and I've watched several but I am too slow and dumb to keep up with everything you are doing. I'm sure more advanced mech types love these vids.

@shiloturri8407 3 месяца назад

Would the chain being loose cause the master link to constantly fall off?

@Ramerfull3 11 лет назад

Can you provide a video of replacing the chain slider on Honda crf 450. Thanks that was some outstanding information I will take me to Ocotillo wells. I find myself doing all my buddies chain adjustment,. This will help me speed up things and eliminate any mistakes. Thanks and good luck to you and your riders.

@imGlobL 10 лет назад

Would have been helpful if he could have went into more detail with the explanation

@LILMADERR23 5 лет назад

No kiddin. Don't even know what hes touchin.

@jasonrees6012 4 года назад

@@LILMADERR23 haaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa

@michaelfarnham3808 2 года назад

Yeah starting to find out all these videos are like that

@dndnahlik5122 Год назад

Ggcgg

@Misfitswitch 11 лет назад

3 fingers, I have heard 2 for years?

@jaynewton87 8 лет назад

hey would a clicking coming from the front spocket whilst riding and only when leaning to the right be an indication on a loose chain.

@michellatour150 12 лет назад

another video found on RU-vid says '3 fingers' behind the rubber slider but with both wheels on the ground, this one shows the bike on a stand. Which is the correct method?

@norcorider15 12 лет назад

just wondering why you put a spanner in the chain against the sprocket? is that for tightening the other adjustment block so you don't tighten the chain anymore then needed?

@codprocamp4690 5 лет назад

You dont have to first loosen the nut on the axl anymore ??

@Isaiaha400 3 года назад

Whats the beat used for this video? Its beautiful

@brentnowell 9 лет назад

Where are you measuring your caliper from? Obviously the bolt but to the inner rim of the tire or what?

@kukko83 7 лет назад

You don't "measure a caliper" from anywhere, caliper is a measuring device. He measured the distance from the back of the adjustment block to the end of the swing arm. Don't know why he refered it to as a micrometer though, that's a totally different device altogether.

@kylemcnab927 6 лет назад

Didn’t think you need to measure. Just need the notches to be the same spot on both sides

@TheDesertsweeper 5 лет назад

@@kylemcnab927 those notches can wear and/or are not precise, requiring visual alignment. I have had three people argue over whether it is aligned to a notch, or not.This technique is more accurate, or use the tape-to-swingarm-pivot method.

@TheAdam92ea 8 лет назад

Exactly what i was looking for. 👌👍

@fattony123082 10 лет назад

I personally recommend using small amounts of KY warming oil...

@Tysonfidek 11 лет назад

did you get it off yet or is it still messed up?

@charlie62516 11 лет назад

the bolt is rounded off , the one you use to lock it after adjusting . so am unable to move it back to have right chain play. any ideas how i can get it off with out damaging the swing arm ??

@snowboardman420 12 лет назад

I have an enduro with a chain guard. I want that chain guard off, is that a bad idea?

@Murdo2468 11 лет назад

Is it ok just to use grease for your chain?

@690ADV 6 лет назад

another great video, keep it going.

@jschwinn81 11 лет назад

Why put a wrench in the chain when measuring? What does that do?

@mattjohnson2943 8 лет назад

Why do throw a wrench in between chain and sprocket? Why tension?

@rybq5 3 года назад

Anyone know what’s the name of that beat in background?

@puptread1 4 года назад

Im new to owning a dirtbike , when I've adjusted my chain like this and drop off the stand, my chain goes ultra tight at natural sag ? Is this correct ?

@bikebandit 4 года назад

Every bike has a different recommendation for how much chain slack is needed Please refer to your owner's manual as it will have the correct recommendation for your bike

@Jon-us8yn 8 лет назад

Good vid. but i wanna know what the song is in the opening lol?

@TheThingamajig 12 лет назад

Thanks bud. Was worried my chain was loose but I have 3 finger tension. And I have white lightening wax lube good thing you added that its best applied warm

@jonellwanger7258 11 лет назад

just picked a 89 KX125... holy hell running scared. fired right up the first time, and even in 6 degree weather, though i only rode for 5 min. the bike kicks ass. 23 yrs old. dont know the guy i got it from. craigslist deal, you know, some crazy internet person coming for some other crazy internet person's stuff. buying from someone i didnt know proved to be a great buy! specially when its up for 8 bills. just inspect the hell out of it!

@25trajcer 12 лет назад

is the exhoust on this bike shortened ???

@dblock2626 11 лет назад

How did u get that bolt loose then tensions up the chain...? Struggling here rebuilt a 2 stroke yet can't figure out how to get this stupid bolt

@mr.wildwood7342 4 года назад

Well done very informative!

@davidhogan5880 7 лет назад

That was awesome dude. Thanks heaps.

@YaBoyAlex2013 11 лет назад

Do I have to loosen the axle nut on my crf 150r 2009

@leonardomonteiro8212 8 лет назад

Hey, maybe you can help me out. I took out the accelerator to give it a regular maintainance and a clean, however I bought the bike second hand and when I opened it up, there was this silver sticky stuff, almost felt like clay and it certanly smelt like it, can you tell me if this is normal or should I take it to a professional? It's a Honda CRF230 Model 2014 by the way and Thank you in advance

@bikebandit 8 лет назад

+Leonardo Monteiro Hey LM, Please rephrase this. When you say accelerator, do you mean the carburetor? Thanks.

@leonardomonteiro8212 8 лет назад

BikeBandit Yeah sorry, maybe I should of explained it better. On the throttle (took out the grips) and unscrewed and then released the cables. Inside there was full of this stuff, but I am guessing it's grease?

@bikebandit 8 лет назад

+Leonardo Monteiro Hey LM, Gotcha! So within the throttle cable housing, you found this gray goop. Yup, that's grease. If it has thickened up, clean it all out, and just re-grease it. Don't go too crazy though. Remember that grease doesn't necessarily attract dust/dirt, but it will hold it once exposed to it. If the bike tips over in the dirt, you'll always have that dirt embedded in the grease. Dirt/dust finds it's way everywhere, like inside the housing, under the throttle tube, and around all of your controls. Hope this helps. BB.com!

@leonardomonteiro8212 8 лет назад

+BikeBandit Ahhh makes sense now :) Thank you for such a precise and quick response, really appreciate it, I am sure it will help many others out there as well as me. Keep up the good work on the videos and see you again soon! Peace from Brazil ;)

@tyronky 13 лет назад

what about grease i always throw some high temp grease on mine, i have the cain wax but i never use it, i have a renthal r1 chain

@mason0444 11 лет назад

I met this dude at San Diego SX '13!

@bikebandit 11 лет назад

Hello Murdo, Grease is not recommended. You should use motorcycle specific chain lube. If you don't have chain lube you can soak your chain in motor oil. However motor oil tends to fling off quickly and attract dirt.BikeBandit has a whole assortment of chain lubes. Check our our website or give our customer service a call at 1-888-339-3888. They would be more than happy to help you out.

@MusicVansFans 11 лет назад

Do you have one of those measuring tools on your site? I would really like to buy one. thanks for your time.

@mystuff1405 5 лет назад

Harbor freight

@pjexc5500 5 лет назад

very good video good info.Thanks

@jesseroggenbuck711 9 лет назад

What chemical or product would you recommend to clean the chain off?

@bikebandit 9 лет назад

Jesse Roggenbuck Hey JR,I'm personally a fan of Motorex Chain Clean Degreaser. Works like a champ. Thanks for the question, and for watching our videos. You remembered to subscribe, right?

@jesseroggenbuck711 9 лет назад

BikeBandit.com Yes I did! Very helpful!

@yamascott 11 лет назад

Step 1, put the motorcycle on a stand so the rear wheel is off the ground. step 2, loosen the axle nut. Step 3, watch the video, but don't put a wrench in your chain, just kick the wheel forward. Enjoyed the vid, though, thanks for posting.

@iRideuWatch 8 лет назад

So we can't get a more precise measure for chain slack than 3 stubby fingers?

@bikebandit 8 лет назад

+iRide uWatch Hey IRUW. Nope. Here's why. Each bike is different as some have a linked swingarm and some don't, but the 3 finger rule is pretty darn close to all manufacturers. Best to check your owners manual for your exact measurement. Thanks for watching our videos and the comment. You're a subscriber to our channel, right? Ride safe out there. BB.com!

@iRideuWatch 8 лет назад

+BikeBandit Thanks for the response! I'm curious, which type requires more chain slain, link or non-linked suspension?

@scrapper500 12 лет назад

lol I Love the intro. You are very helpful!

@tjdorsey654 9 лет назад

That's a caliper not a micrometer.

@400hpmustang 9 лет назад

TJ Dorsey Dial calipers if you want to get technical, just sayin, it's all good :)

@justinscott3999 8 лет назад

Good Demonstration

@franmitch3589 3 года назад

Very good vid

@LERSEable 12 лет назад

always check on the stand if your going by 3 fingers

@TerriHogan1 11 лет назад

Great video.

@joedirt8285 6 лет назад

thank u sir! its a lot of. help!

@siimsimsiim 9 лет назад

Can I use WD-40 to clean a carb? or is that bad?

@spidermanisdabest1 9 лет назад

Do it

@siimsimsiim 9 лет назад

Why

@bikebandit 9 лет назад

siimsimsiim Externally to loosen up a stubborn screw on the float bowl, but other than that use carb cleaner.

@micahortiz8794 9 лет назад

siimsimsiim dont use wd-40 it will make your chain rust after a while

@bikebandit 9 лет назад

Micah Ortiz Hey Micah, Remember that WD-40 is not an oil, it's a solvent. Solvents break up rust, but are actually too thin to protect metals. Use something a bit heavier to lubricate and protect chains. WD-40 has it's place in the garage, but not for use as a lube. Thanks for the comment. Ride safe out there.

@ihaveheartburn2290 8 лет назад

Hey how many fingers if the bike is on it's own weight?

@bikebandit 8 лет назад

Hey GL, Not meant to be measured that way. Bike on stand, swingarm at full extension. Best thing to do is read your owners manual, and it will tell you exactly how to measure for your exact machine. Some bikes have linkless swingarms (older KTM's) and their measurements are different than say the newer KTM's. Remember that a little too loose is better than a little too tight. Thanks for watching our videos and the question. You're a subscriber to our channel, right? Ride safe. BB.com!

@ihaveheartburn2290 8 лет назад

BikeBandit hey, I don't have a manual because I bought my bike used. Its a 2004 kdx220r.

@bikebandit 8 лет назад

Gabe Lewis Hey GL, Do a search for 2004 kawasaki kdx 220r manual, and there you will find a place to buy your manual. Download it for $15, have a printed version for $25, and then us for all of your actual OEM parts needs. Hope this helps. Ride safe. Please subscribe. BB.com!

@ihaveheartburn2290 8 лет назад

BikeBandit thanks

@kevinstearns4198 8 лет назад

i use 2. and the best way i align is to have the teeth right in the middle of the chain.

@INTERNA9 10 лет назад

GREAT VIDEO, THANX .

@SirSmighty 13 лет назад

Awesome tips!

@timetter7062 6 лет назад

This guy is epic

@stephenhirsch8613 5 лет назад

Thank you boss👍

@Milleonardo 12 лет назад

Could you please send me the files to all your songs by the Nucc?

@1995dresser 7 лет назад

Forgot to also check it after with the Weight of the rider on the bike

@TheHypnotstCollector 9 лет назад

That looks like 3 fingers of looseness. One problem with spraying chain lube at the rear is getting over spray on the rotor. I always clean both rotors when I'm finished with the bike. Amazing what comes off the rotor. I soak my chain in old motor oil. The longer the better. It gets in everywhere and lasts and lasts. But I always have chain lube. Esp at the races.

@cbeharry68 9 лет назад

Trav wouldn't the contaminants in the old motor oil get in between the rollers and cause premature wear? Soaking it sounds good but I'd think it's better in some clean lube

@TheHypnotstCollector 9 лет назад

islandracer no. used motor oil is great stuff and any 'dirt" is too small to get into the rollers. Just soak it as long as possible and hang to drip dry. I will last many hours.

@cbeharry68 9 лет назад

Trav No, Jamaica

@QuickJoe 9 лет назад

thanks for the info, :)

@bikebandit 9 лет назад

+Joeywit Hey Jwit,Glad you enjoyed the video, and found it helpful. You're subscribed to our channel, right?

@freshphantom8166 5 лет назад

is this a 125

@1745nathan 13 лет назад

good tips

@mikeofmanymikes2630 5 лет назад

i know my dude here smokes ganja...no doubt

@nevillet.chompington5039 4 года назад

Couldn't follow what you were doing...gave up at "shove a wrench in there..." cool.

@deontestracener4875 9 лет назад

Ok like my clutch is like not working well like I will pull its and will pull in slowly

@bikebandit 9 лет назад

deonte halliburton So you pull on the lever, and it feels stiff? Perhaps either replace the cable or if it's in OK condition, maybe it just needs a bit of lubrication? What is the bike, what year, what size, etc.?

@deontestracener4875 9 лет назад

It is a Yamaha 1982 xt 250

@bikebandit 9 лет назад

deonte halliburton DH,When was the last time you installed a new cable? A new one will run you right about $20. If the cable is fine, perhaps it's just dry in the sleeve? Lube it up. How are your clutch plates? Worn plates wouldn't necessarily cause your lever to be stiff, but perhaps they're at the end of their life, and thus the cable itself just needs to be adjusted to compensate?

@eamonngreene7594 9 лет назад

thanks

@bikebandit 9 лет назад

super blue Hey SB,Glad to help. Thanks for watching our videos. You remembered to subscribe, right?

@eamonngreene7594 9 лет назад

BikeBandit.com off course and thanks again

@hunter44392 13 лет назад

Thankyou sir

@drewr5171 5 лет назад

No idea what exactly you were doing with the wrenches

@Owningya 12 лет назад

he is using vernie calipers not a micrometer

@TEAMCREAM_96 6 лет назад

If its too tight worst case it will crack the case when you jump it

@XxphillipsXx123 12 лет назад

Cool

@MxCallX 12 лет назад

lol i feel so bad for women these days with comments like the very top one and some others around the section only you people could make it sound sick minded other then a Tech tip... women deserve more respect then that worlds messed up...

@Misfitswitch 11 лет назад

Every time you ride.

@portyMD 11 лет назад

and of course, proper loob

@manuelcuevas2881 6 лет назад

The_Woodsman

@ilovesunoco 5 лет назад

so how?

@seantelfer3765 8 лет назад

would the same rules apply for a 06 yz250f

@bikebandit 8 лет назад

Hey ST, The rules are the same for all link-suspension bikes. Check your owners manual for the exact numbers. You'll find that it'll be somewhere in the vicinity of 95-105 mm of sag. Thanks for watching our videos and the question. You're a subscriber to our channel, right? Ride safe. BB.com!

@mkbassman222 10 лет назад

that's a caliper just sayin

@MrWiskin 8 лет назад

Put a wrench in there if you want to chew up your ally sprocket!

@partyman6666 12 лет назад

I haven't violated my 3-finger rule yet... so I have nothing to be shameful of!

@adoado6587 11 лет назад

you forgot to loosen the axel nut =[

@atlanticlegends6282 8 лет назад

What's that smooth ass beat?

@bikebandit 8 лет назад

Hey AL, That beat is a secret, and a vital ingredient in our recipe for smoothness. Thanks for watching our videos though. We appreciate it. You're a subscriber to our channel, right? Easy way to listen to some sweet tunes, and learn more about all things motorcycling. Thanks again and ride safe. BB.com!

@atlanticlegends6282 8 лет назад

No problem, BB and yeah we will sub to you guys! ;)

@Jake.Rose. 12 лет назад

so Ricky Carmichael was so good cuz his mechanics lubed the chain on the front sprocket lol

@deontestracener4875 9 лет назад

I gotta question

@bikebandit 9 лет назад

deonte halliburton Fire away Deonte. We're all ears and here to help.

@deontestracener4875 9 лет назад

Like my clutch is not working well

@bikebandit 9 лет назад

deonte halliburton DH, We're going to need a little more info in order to help you out here. Not well how?

@Z400racerltr 12 лет назад

my name is trent mathis haha

@JozsaMarton 6 лет назад

worst case scenario is, chain rips out the block.

@rockiemountin7535 9 лет назад

that chain is still to loose

@larswgjethammer6831 8 лет назад

Nope, thats perfect

@lordatum8139 8 лет назад

leaving a chain that loose boosts some RPM

@nightmareeclipse2331 8 лет назад

the rear shock is not under pressure therefore not extending the swingarm so you make it a little loose on the stand so when you take it off its at the right adjustment i always do that

@IvkpI 7 лет назад

your an idiot

@Preflightterror4 7 лет назад

you're

@luckyvet 6 лет назад

First time bike owner (200) - have no idea what you're doing.

@bikebandit 6 лет назад

+CV you don't understand what we're doing in the video? This is a basic and very informative video on how to adjust your chain and lubing it. if you're still unclear after watching it, you may want to pick up a service manual for even more detailed instructions.

@luckyvet 6 лет назад

Steve, I can finish/replace everything in your home to professional standards, but am a mechanical dunce when it comes to anything other than changing a battery / plugs. I watched a vid like yours that was 3x longer and understood it better because the maker of the vid assumed I was retarded. Peace.

@ervindre 12 лет назад

You always need the proper lube.

@dblock2626 11 лет назад

My chain tensioners are fucken locked on there

@TheTkdchamp13 11 лет назад

all about the lube.....

@opmike343 8 лет назад

Worst case scenario from a too-tight chain isn't a snapped chain, it's a fucked countershaft.

@bikebandit 8 лет назад

+opmike343 True... that is definitely a possibility if your chain doesn't break before. Under normal circumstances the chain will let go first but long term effects can damage the countershaft and even the rear hub bearings. BB.com

@robertdonnelly7897 3 года назад

Dude, what are you actually measuring? This video helps not one bit!

@yessure5291 5 лет назад

1:00 that is not a micrometer it is a vernier caliper. And forgot to loosen the axle nut a bit too. A sprocket alignment tool is better. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-CjJCLACcKWs.html