At 8:42, the purpose of the sprocket guard is to keep the chain from catching the studs should it ever come off the sprocket and instantly locking your rear wheel.

It's like a chain catcher bro! If your chain broke it keeps it from jamming up on your sprocket bolts and locking up your rear tire.

@ACProductions77

6 жыл бұрын

thanks for solving the mystery of that part for me , for the longest time I didn't know what it was for, not even the dealership where I bought it at the time didn't know what it was for. So im wondering if that's the main purpose of it why doesn't all bikes have this!?

@brosephjoseph9178

6 жыл бұрын

AC Productions Yeah I'm not sure man! I left mine off and my old dirt bike didn't have the studs it had thous set bolts that sat flush with the sprocket. with proper maintenance it should be fine.. Ride safe man!...

@maxpressure1063

4 жыл бұрын

@@ACProductions77 Seriously replace that rear sprocket guard man!

@ACProductions77

4 жыл бұрын

@@maxpressure1063 what do you mean? it has been removed when i had did this video and is long gone.

@maxpressure1063

4 жыл бұрын

@@ACProductions77 look. It's a safety device. It keeps your chain out of wheel if thrown.

Nice video man

Remember, these guys know what they're doing. Don't just wander into this project on your own willy-nilly. Having a chain malfunction/disconnect for any reason while traveling at speed is a very dangerous situation, the chain won't necessarily slink right off onto the road, I've seen chains get jammed up in the sprocket assembly which locks up the rear tire immediately with no warning. And this was after the dealership replaced the chain and "applied incorrect tension", so even "professionals" can mess this up. Great video but I probably won't be changing my own chain anytime soon, but the dealership also isn't exactly a risk-free option either. I'll just set my set my bike on fire when the time comes for a new chain I guess.

@johnfox3845

2 жыл бұрын

Also, if you do attempt your own chain and sprocket install, use the service manual as a guide, not this video. It contains multiple incorrect practices and shortcuts.

It keeps the chain from getting caught in the bolts, if it ever slips off or brakes.

@ACProductions77

Ай бұрын

Thank you for the reply, I’m not sure why don’t all bikes have this safety feature

Great video!! I have a question, my r3 is giving me a kick when I fully release the clutch mainly in first gear. Did your old chain gave you that same feeling? It’s like impossible to have a super smooth takeoff.

@ACProductions77

3 жыл бұрын

just have to know when to let go of the clutch for a smooth transition

@NoahRoach9214

Жыл бұрын

Chain is slipping perhaps

You wrapped it or splurged for carbon fiber bits and bobs? Track bike i assume ?

IT'S A PROTECTION GUARD , IF THE CHAIN COMES OFF THE BACK SPROCKET IT STOPS THE CHAIN FROM DAMAGING THE INSIDE OF THE WHEEL . KIND REGARDS FROM AUSTRALIA 🇦🇺

@ACProductions77

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the reply on what that part is to bad not all sprockets come with this part.

Awesome video as usual 👍. I don't see the reason to break the chain off when your replacing the rear sprocket and removing the wheel anyways?

@ACProductions77

5 жыл бұрын

its because I was also replacing the chain as well.

@330.Custom.Diecast

5 жыл бұрын

@@ACProductions77 I really appreciate your videos, you cover pretty much all the bases on this bike. Your HID projector retrofit video helped me immensely; reviewed it many times with great results 👍.

@coolwip32

4 жыл бұрын

Yea I’m with David on this, that’s just adding a unneeded step.

Nice video bro. May i know what type of chain did you used and how many links? I've been watching your video many times. Also downloaded it but all i can see was x-ring type heheh

@ACProductions77

3 жыл бұрын

i went with the stock setup

@erickquerobines384

3 жыл бұрын

@@ACProductions77 ah ok tnx btw

What is total weight of stock front rear sprocket and chain?

@ACProductions77

3 жыл бұрын

im sorry but im not sure

How many miles did you get out of the stock chain and sprockets? I'm at about 15,000 miles

@ACProductions77

6 жыл бұрын

Brian Keith I got around 13k

@briankeith757

6 жыл бұрын

AC Productions I'm doing pretty good then I check my chain about every 300 -500 miles. I'm now thinking ill be able to get about 20k before a replacement

@ACProductions77

6 жыл бұрын

that's awsome, yes with proper maintenance you should be able to get a lot of miles on the chain. Keep up the good work =)

@Bryantrincon413

4 жыл бұрын

@@briankeith757 im at 21k now and im now looking to replace my chain and sprocket for my r3 my oem chain lasted a long time i just maintained it constantly

where can i find the chain & sprocket set for my r3?

@ACProductions77

2 жыл бұрын

this is where I bought the complete set amzn.to/2Wy5OrY

@deibyramirez8439

2 жыл бұрын

@@ACProductions77 Thank you for the information

@r3_d282

2 жыл бұрын

Idk.. the rear sprocket looks diffefent from the vid than the link...

sir what size is your rear tires?

@Fee.1

3 жыл бұрын

140/70/17 for the rear. 110/70/17 front

where is the shop?

@ACProductions77

5 жыл бұрын

his shop in the south side of chicago in stoney island, he works out of his garage and works on many bikes of all kinds.

Yo there if the chain falls off it won't get caught in between the axle bolt and wheel.

@ACProductions77

3 жыл бұрын

yes thats why its recommended to keep the chain guard on your wheel, I didnt know that at the time this video was made

Don’t ever trust those chain adjuster alignment mark they are way off from being properly aligned.

@ACProductions77

6 жыл бұрын

there is another type of tool used to align the chain I show it in a upcoming video

@maxpressure1063

4 жыл бұрын

I use the ultimate chain alignment tool... My right eye.

My boss told me it was easy to replace them . Looks like I'ma take it to my machanic

@ACProductions77

2 жыл бұрын

its easy if you have the right tools