robosquid Posted August 8, 2016 Share Posted August 8, 2016 Hi folks. After reading all about the chain tension spec being too tight I decided I would adjust mine, but can't seem to loosen the rear 27mm axle bolt. I pulled with all my strength (counter-clockwise), but it won't budge. I thought about hosing the thing down with liquid wrench and then standing on the socket wrench, but instead decided to set down my beer and see if any else has run into this. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member DavidS Posted August 8, 2016 Premium Member Share Posted August 8, 2016 Mine took a fair amount of torque the first time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robosquid Posted August 8, 2016 Author Share Posted August 8, 2016 Thank you, both. I am just using a ratchet wrench. I'll need to get a long pipe or breaker bar... or just have the dealer do it next time I'm there. Hopefully they will be cool about adjusting the tension to outside of Yamaha's listed spec. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robosquid Posted August 8, 2016 Author Share Posted August 8, 2016 Thanks Piotrek. I just ordered a 2 foot breaker bar and should have it on Wednesday. I'll report back then... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timg Posted August 8, 2016 Share Posted August 8, 2016 I just give it a good kick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member steveb Posted August 8, 2016 Premium Member Share Posted August 8, 2016 Thank you, both. I am just using a ratchet wrench. I'll need to get a long pipe or breaker bar... or just have the dealer do it next time I'm there. Hopefully they will be cool about adjusting the tension to outside of Yamaha's listed spec. The last couple of times I've had my bike in requiring a chain adjustment (new tire, new chain), my dealer has been excellent about adjusting the chain to my spec. When I spoke with the mechanic who did the work, he agreed that the Yamaha spec was too tight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redfjniner Posted August 8, 2016 Share Posted August 8, 2016 Best to use a breaker bar with a socket. Give it a kick with your foot and the rest is easy. If you go on long trips near the end of the chain's life, you may need to carry this bar and socket too. Choice a good one and it will last you your life span. You will need a large socket for the thriple tree and the front sprocket too. Might as well get them while you are at it. Maybe someone with a service manual can tell us the sizes? Ken, Candy Ass L.D.R. Sleeps 8 hours (2)2005 FJR1300abs: 230,000 m 2015 FJ-09: 114,000 m (Replaced engine at 106K) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member joeszup Posted August 9, 2016 Premium Member Share Posted August 9, 2016 Impact wrench. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robosquid Posted August 9, 2016 Author Share Posted August 9, 2016 Thanks everyone! As cool as I think impact wrenches are, I don't think I'll spring for one... I'm taking the bike in for the chain tensioner recall soon, so I'll either have the dealer adjust it or I'll do depending on how brave I feel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pattonme Posted August 9, 2016 Share Posted August 9, 2016 Harborfreight 1/2" breaker bar. I had to stand on mine (260lb) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pattonme Posted August 9, 2016 Share Posted August 9, 2016 Might as well get them while you are at it. Maybe someone with a service manual can tell us the sizes? front axle 14mm hex allen, 45ft/lb rear axle, 27mm, 65-70 is PLENTY manual says 108 which is certifiably nuts! I suspect Yamaha forgot to convert N/m to Lb/ft which would result in 80 which is still high but at least within the rational. fork cap 24mm axle and triple clamp pinch, 6mm hex allen, 17-19ft/lb brake caliper, 14mm, 25/lb I think 20 is plenty since steel bolt into AL it's easy to strip things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pattonme Posted August 9, 2016 Share Posted August 9, 2016 damn, you caught that. yeah I updated it to the 65-70 (dry) even though I personally think the original 55-60 is sufficient and it's what I use for slightly lubed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockinsv Posted August 9, 2016 Share Posted August 9, 2016 Mine was beyond tight when I did my first chain adjustment. I figure it was even tighter than the recommended spec the way it felt. I torque mine to 70#. Did the same on my FZ1 for 60,000 miles and it worked perfect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redfjniner Posted August 9, 2016 Share Posted August 9, 2016 Might as well get them while you are at it. Maybe someone with a service manual can tell us the sizes?front axle 14mm hex allen, 45ft/lb rear axle, 27mm, 65-70 is PLENTY manual says 108 which is certifiably nuts! I suspect Yamaha forgot to convert N/m to Lb/ft which would result in 80 which is still high but at least within the rational. fork cap 24mm axle and triple clamp pinch, 6mm hex allen, 17-19ft/lb brake caliper, 14mm, 25/lb I think 20 is plenty since steel bolt into AL it's easy to strip things. Nice. You got a scoket mm for the front sprocket? Ken, Candy Ass L.D.R. Sleeps 8 hours (2)2005 FJR1300abs: 230,000 m 2015 FJ-09: 114,000 m (Replaced engine at 106K) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rdk Posted August 9, 2016 Share Posted August 9, 2016 manual says 108 which is certifiably nuts! I suspect Yamaha forgot to convert N/m to Lb/ft which would result in 80 which is still high but at least within the rational. Just checked the Canadian manual, it's not a conversion error, they really specify 108: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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