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Sarge1992 · December 27th, 2015, 09:19 AM

I checked the slack just now actually, using the video you posted jkv45, the lubed chain got rid of the growl, and part of the chain is stretched. 3/4 of the chain is at about 40mm but one section is about 50mm. My guess is improper care of the previous owner killed the chain. When I got the bike the chain had about 70mm of slack, I doubt it was ever adjusted before.

So looking around a very popular chain and sprocket combo would be the RK XSO, any other suggestions? I can get the chain, both sprockets, and the chain tool for roughly $170.

December 27th, 2015, 09:19 AM	#13
Sarge1992 ninjette.org member Name: Ryan Location: Tampa, FL Join Date: Dec 2015 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Kawasaki Ninja 650R Posts: 67	I checked the slack just now actually, using the video you posted jkv45, the lubed chain got rid of the growl, and part of the chain is stretched. 3/4 of the chain is at about 40mm but one section is about 50mm. My guess is improper care of the previous owner killed the chain. When I got the bike the chain had about 70mm of slack, I doubt it was ever adjusted before. So looking around a very popular chain and sprocket combo would be the RK XSO, any other suggestions? I can get the chain, both sprockets, and the chain tool for roughly $170.