linus
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Hello All
I have an issue that I am trying to figure out and could use your assistance.
Problem
The chain is wearing down after replacement (this is a new chain and sprockets).
Symptoms (after 400 miles)
Lots of red dust
3 difficult\seized links in the chain
Chain stretch up to 3 inches
Background
Had the FZ6 chain and sprockets chained by my mechanic at 30K. There was no visible issues with the original one but wanted to perform a preventative maintenance.
Not sure what brand the mechanic used.
After 400 miles the red dust got more prominent and the chain started to stretch.
I lubed the chain every 200 miles but the chain continued to deteriorate. Even changed the chain lube to a different brand. Its the came one that I was using all along.
Took the bike back to the mechanic who said this was not normal and replaced the chain and sprocket under warranty with the DID brand which I had recommended.
After another 400 miles the same problem persisted (red dust, seized links, stretching, even after regular lubing)
Thoughts
Incorrect\inferior chain
Rust from some other place on the bike getting on the chain (cant seem to find any though)
Bike is parked indoors. Dont ride in the rain. Weekend rider.
Regular lube regiment
No problem with OEM chain
Here is the kicker though. My buddy had his chain replaced by the same mechanic with the same issues. Also an FZ6. Leads me to believe that the chain is the issue here.
Please feel free to offer up your advise as both the mechanic and I are stumped. I have been using this mechanic for the last year or so and is honest and reliable. He might be getting short changed with his parts though.
I have an issue that I am trying to figure out and could use your assistance.
Problem
The chain is wearing down after replacement (this is a new chain and sprockets).
Symptoms (after 400 miles)
Lots of red dust
3 difficult\seized links in the chain
Chain stretch up to 3 inches
Background
Had the FZ6 chain and sprockets chained by my mechanic at 30K. There was no visible issues with the original one but wanted to perform a preventative maintenance.
Not sure what brand the mechanic used.
After 400 miles the red dust got more prominent and the chain started to stretch.
I lubed the chain every 200 miles but the chain continued to deteriorate. Even changed the chain lube to a different brand. Its the came one that I was using all along.
Took the bike back to the mechanic who said this was not normal and replaced the chain and sprocket under warranty with the DID brand which I had recommended.
After another 400 miles the same problem persisted (red dust, seized links, stretching, even after regular lubing)
Thoughts
Incorrect\inferior chain
Rust from some other place on the bike getting on the chain (cant seem to find any though)
Bike is parked indoors. Dont ride in the rain. Weekend rider.
Regular lube regiment
No problem with OEM chain
Here is the kicker though. My buddy had his chain replaced by the same mechanic with the same issues. Also an FZ6. Leads me to believe that the chain is the issue here.
Please feel free to offer up your advise as both the mechanic and I are stumped. I have been using this mechanic for the last year or so and is honest and reliable. He might be getting short changed with his parts though.