Premium Member 2and3cylinders Posted August 28, 2020 Premium Member Share Posted August 28, 2020 On 8/20/2020 at 4:07 PM, Lone Wolf said: The problem is the rod is too short on that tool. I posted this in another thread, but for less than $10 you can get a 12 inch long drill bit that works much better. an 1/8" bit is slightly smaller diameter than the rod that comes with the motion pro tool, but it gets pushed hard against the side wall when you tighten the screw. So it doesn't matter what size bit as long as it fits in the hole. This one is a 7/64. These long bits are very accurate, you can put them in a drill and confirm they aren't bent. https://www.mcmaster.com/8893K164-88645K53/ Their rod is 4mm / .1575" (5/32") round, and even with shipping for 3-feet it'll be less than a good drill bit, AND I'll cut it down to reach and align with the front sprocket!😵 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxtrot722 Posted August 28, 2020 Share Posted August 28, 2020 18 hours ago, 2and3cylinders said: https://www.mcmaster.com/8893K164-88645K53/ Their rod is 4mm / .1575" (5/32") round, and even with shipping for 3-feet it'll be less than a good drill bit, AND I'll cut it down to reach and align with the front sprocket!😵 Good tip, got this for checking the alignment on my YZ 250 after swingarm and linkage bearings replacement. Used it on the FJ also. FJ seemed to check ok, but I'm going to get the long bit like you suggested. 1970 DT-250 / 1972 250MX / 1973 360MX / 1974 250MX & 1974 CZ 400 Red Frame & SC 500 / 1978 YZ 250 / 1979 YZ250 / (2) 1980 YZ 250 / 1986 YZ 490 / 1989 YZ250 WR / 1994 YZ 250 / (2) 2002 YZ 426 / 2007 YZ 450 / 2007 DR 650, 2015 FJ 09 / 2020 YZ 250 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member 2and3cylinders Posted August 28, 2020 Premium Member Share Posted August 28, 2020 2 hours ago, foxtrot722 said: Good tip, got this for checking the alignment on my YZ 250 after swingarm and linkage bearings replacement. Used it on the FJ also. FJ seemed to check ok, but I'm going to get the long bit like you suggested. What I suggested was a solid Rod not a bit that's what the link is for it McMaster-Carr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3way Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 (edited) On 8/27/2020 at 11:59 PM, 2and3cylinders said: Could you detail the tools .. Edited August 31, 2020 by 3way Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member 2and3cylinders Posted August 31, 2020 Premium Member Share Posted August 31, 2020 right Houdini Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave1963 Posted August 28, 2023 Share Posted August 28, 2023 Has anybody ever used the chain monkey tru tension device for getting the correct tension. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member 2and3cylinders Posted August 28, 2023 Premium Member Share Posted August 28, 2023 1 hour ago, Dave1963 said: Has anybody ever used the chain monkey tru tension device for getting the correct tension. It's too susceptible to adjustment variations I use this how I now do it and while it can take a couple tries it works well. Along with the MP alignment rod sprocket clamp tool, led pencil flashlight I lay on the chain pointing down to the front sprocket, my Litetech clone chain adjusters, a good click type torque wrench (I use 94 vs spec 108 '#), Dupont ceramic dry lube with a toothbrush and Kerosene, maintaining the chain is as hassle free as it gets. Did an oil and filter change too just the day before and happened to take these pics Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kilo3 Posted August 28, 2023 Share Posted August 28, 2023 I've never seen people spend so much time, effort, and money into chains as people on this forum. It boggles the mind. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member 2and3cylinders Posted August 28, 2023 Premium Member Share Posted August 28, 2023 Only right is Right Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ride365 Posted August 28, 2023 Share Posted August 28, 2023 1 hour ago, kilo3 said: I've never seen people spend so much time, effort, and money into chains as people on this forum. It boggles the mind. Yeah there are more than a few here who are no doubt OCD with every fabric of their being, maintaining a motorcycle safely and effectively isn't rocket science, nor is it remotely difficult. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member 2and3cylinders Posted August 29, 2023 Premium Member Share Posted August 29, 2023 Hey! I am a retired rocket scientist! And we must be OCD, ADD and Dyslexic. You only get one shot at a launch. Ask Space -X and the Russians... The moto of Convair, as I quoted above, was "Only right us Right!" We used to work out to 4 decimal places, before laser measurement was a thing. Repeatability is evidence of precision, and precision breeds longevity and success. Make all the fun you want but after the braking system, the final drive on a motorcycle is the second most critical system to properly maintain. 😎 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supporting Member dazzler24 Posted August 29, 2023 Supporting Member Share Posted August 29, 2023 30 minutes ago, 2and3cylinders said: Hey! I am a retired rocket scientist! And we must be OCD, ADD and Dyslexic. You only get one shot at a launch. Ask Space -X and the Russians... The moto of Convair, as I quoted above, was "Only right us Right!" We used to work out to 4 decimal places, before laser measurement was a thing. Repeatability is evidence of precision, and precision breeds longevity and success. Make all the fun you want but after the braking system, the final drive on a motorcycle is the second most critical system to properly maintain. 😎 Uh-oh, After all this precision talk and then this - "Only right us Right!" Sorry 2&3 but I just couldn't help myself. It sat up at the perfect hitting height and I just had to tonk it out of the park - I'm sure you've got a sense of humour - I hope? 🙏 P.S. I should cut you some slack I guess considering it's around 1:15AM where you are?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heavy Posted August 29, 2023 Share Posted August 29, 2023 4 hours ago, 2and3cylinders said: after the braking system, the final drive on a motorcycle is the second most critical system to properly maintain. Maybe pay the odd bit of attention to tires as well? 😉 1 There is never enough time or money to do it right the first time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member 2and3cylinders Posted August 29, 2023 Premium Member Share Posted August 29, 2023 Not sure the tires can be considered a "system"... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RD52 Posted August 29, 2023 Share Posted August 29, 2023 14 hours ago, 2and3cylinders said: ...Repeatability is evidence of precision... But not evidence of accuracy. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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