Proper Chain tension

teburns662 · Nov 9th, 2009, 10:14 PM

What would be the proper chain tension for the rear drive chain from transmission sprocket to rear tire sprocket ? Running a 530-106 O-ring chain on a 48 tooth rear sprocket if it matters.

NEWHD74FAN · Nov 9th, 2009, 10:44 PM

Chains tension will vary differently over their length when used, so check the tension, move the bike a bit and check again for a couple of feet, there will be a point chain is "tighter, with less slack...which is where the chain should have 1/2" to 3/4", but of course check your manual to be sure. Sometimes the tension will also vary as the swing arm travels through it's arc, depending on the geometry with respect to front sprocket and rear sprocket, that is why this tension is tested with both wheels down...

teburns662 · Nov 11th, 2009, 09:59 AM

Thanks for the reply...At least that is a starting point for me to reference when I finish the rear setup

Nov 9th, 2009, 10:14 PM	#1
teburns662 New Family Ride: Custom Chopper Softail Style Join Date: Nov 5th, 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 9	Proper Chain tension What would be the proper chain tension for the rear drive chain from transmission sprocket to rear tire sprocket ? Running a 530-106 O-ring chain on a 48 tooth rear sprocket if it matters.

Nov 9th, 2009, 10:44 PM	#2
NEWHD74FAN Moderators Ride: 2004 Sportster XL1200RS Join Date: Aug 24th, 2008 Location: Camarillo, CA Posts: 4,999 My Mood:	Re: Proper Chain tension Chains tension will vary differently over their length when used, so check the tension, move the bike a bit and check again for a couple of feet, there will be a point chain is "tighter, with less slack...which is where the chain should have 1/2" to 3/4", but of course check your manual to be sure. Sometimes the tension will also vary as the swing arm travels through it's arc, depending on the geometry with respect to front sprocket and rear sprocket, that is why this tension is tested with both wheels down... __________________ Please stop by the "Self Help section" for maintenance tips, diagnostic codes and much more. >>Self Help Information and Tips<<

Nov 11th, 2009, 09:59 AM	#3
teburns662 New Family Ride: Custom Chopper Softail Style Join Date: Nov 5th, 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 9	Re: Proper Chain tension Thanks for the reply...At least that is a starting point for me to reference when I finish the rear setup

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