Very helpful thank you! I know it's not easy to tmak a video. Great tip with the rag in the chain to snug it up. So, what kind of a bike stand should I get from Harbor Freight? I need to buy one.
It appears that harbor freight no longer carries the exact rear wheel stand that I'm using. I did find very similar ones on Amazon. The bike master branded rear stand on Amazon is the most similar to the one I'm using so look for that one.
Great video. Very comprehensive. Lighting, editing, and sound are all very professional! I am a little surprised you do not address the wheel being on the ground versus being on the stand, as it may effect the chain free play ? Do you measure with the wheel on the ground, and adjust with it on the stand ? Or does it truly not matter ? Thank you.
The suspension is fully extended with the rear wheel on a stand (off the ground) or on the ground, so it really doesn't matter. Although, it's easier to do the job if the bike is on a stand upright. I've done it both ways.
So that is what those numbers are for. My chain was looser than yours holy crap I am lucky I didn't crash. Can you recommend a jack? Do I need a certain kind for the drz? How often do you need to do it?
Very informational video, would you be able to do this same video but for the SM version of the DRZ400 as that is the model I have. Unfortunately I haven’t been able to find too much on RU-vid for the sm model, it would be so very helpful! Thanks, stay safe out there!!
Hum, not entirely sure why the 5.5 ft lb difference. I can only guess that Suzuki updated some of it's manual specs or maybe they are using different type of axle nut on newer models. You could verify with the shop that you bought it at too. I would say follow your manual on what is says for your bike.
Yes, you can adjust it on while the bike is on the kickstand. It makes it a bit more difficult, but it can be done that way. Just make sure that the adjusters markings on both sides match when you are done.
@@motoventurenw it worked, it was risky i used a wooden stake under the right peg to barely get the weight off the right adjuster turned no problem the left I used a wrench to click it over
