I like the tips at the end about measuring the adjustment bolts for alignment and then checking to make sure the sprocket teeth are roughly in the middle of the chain links - Simple but good checks. Cheers!

Thanks Adrian these videos are so helpful and are allowing me to maintain my bike with confidence 👍

Bob Ross of Motorcycles. Thank you for sharing!

My 2013 NC700X is due for new sprockets and chain. Great timing and a great video. Thanks much!

Thank you mate this is a great help for someone without a mechanics shop worth of tools!

the fact that this guys ...says, this is how I do it... works, there is always different opinion, this guy, is realistic, and practical, without getting to anal, tackling your own maintenance will help you understand the workings of the bike

One more time... fantastic job,nice filming and full of details

Good vlog i especially love the clock....normally i use the worn sprocket for a grate in my fire....re-use when ever possible i say😁

Love Hondas easy and logical to work on. Thanks for this, this is my next bike for sure

Thank you for making this video. Great art at the end :)

Your videos have helped me maintain my bike and have saved me a ton of money! I feel like I should send you a check for tutorial services lol! Anyway thanks for posting.

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate. I’ll look for the cheque in the mail 🤪

Excellent, Great tip on your clever nut'n clamp technique to prevent traumatizing the clip. Thanks.

Unfortunately I'd class an angle grinder as a special tool. Thankfully my neighbor has one. Thanks a lot for the help you've made the whole process way easier

Another great vid Adrian. You are full of great ideas, like the double nut clamping tool, gotta make myself one of those.

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

5 жыл бұрын

Des Gusting - thanks mate. But I cannot claim the double nut idea. Saw it on another KZread channel!

You're a legend and have saved me so much time and money:-)

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

5 жыл бұрын

albijohnson - thanks mate. Appreciate the feedback.

Ahhh ... german torque settings ..."Good-N-Tight". Good video... love the clock!

The most difficult part is the master link clamping... Minus the pure brute force or a breaker bar to bust 190ft/lbs behind the front sprocket. Finding something small enough to compress it is sooooooo difficult for my noobie biker self; however, your intuitive "use the other broken master link" makes me feel like a bafoon. You're amazing and thank you so much for that little, seemingly commonsensical, bit of information.

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

4 жыл бұрын

torren rachu - ha! I know what you mean. It’s so easy “when you know how”!

Thx for charing your knowledge with us. Greetings from Germany

great video man 👍🏻👍🏻 you should do more tutorials, like chain maintainance or chain cleaning. you're good at it. Thank you!!

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

4 жыл бұрын

Vladu Roset - thanks but I’ve got lots of maintenance vids available. Go to this link kzread.info/head/PLPmgJXC4nhCXvjLmdWN4_f6u-5-6YPwtu

Nice to seem someone using those chain joiners. Although you have got me wondering what I’ll do given I have a DCT so can’t easily leave it on gear 😉👍🏻. Thanks for another really helpful video.

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

5 жыл бұрын

DervMan - just put your hand brake on.

@andyc8427

5 жыл бұрын

@@AfricaTwin-Stuff Which means he'll need a tutorial on how to properly adjust a weak parking brake! They lose tightness quickly on the NC.

A nice and easy way to change the sprockets and chain

👏👏👏 Thanks buddy - Nice & simple to give us confidence !!! 😀

Great vid and I like the clock RSM8

Ďakujem veľmi pekne, máte super videa.

I hope I manage to get that mileage out of my chain ! It would be more than I have ever managed before except for an MZ ETZ 250 with its lovely chain enclosure. When I have to do this job on my NC I will be cursing Mr Honda and sticking pins in a voodoo doll for not fitting a shaft drive. Thanks for another enjoyable video.

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

5 жыл бұрын

C Cooper - a chain isn’t so bad. They are cheap, reliable and efficient. A shaft saps a lot more power than a chain. I had a BMW 1150GS for 13 years and over that time did 140,000km but had to replace the diff bearings and seal 3 times! Way more expensive and complicated to replace than chains and sprockets for the same mileage, specially when the first instance failure was on a trip to Tasmania where there was no BMW dealer at the time.

@ccooper8785

5 жыл бұрын

@@AfricaTwin-Stuff Very true. I guess when the time comes for this job I will just have to get out my expansive collection of hammers and my one ad only spanner (or pay someone?). Hammers it is then!

Dude, your the best.

Love it. Thank you. Awesome clock! 😁

Bloody good no nonsense video, thankyou 😉

Great Vid Adrian. There isn't much I can't do to my bike by looking up your channel LOL. :-) I need to do a small job and take my front sprocket cover off and clean out the muck. Never done it so probably should - it'll be full of crap after all those dirt roads. Rsm8.

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

5 жыл бұрын

Return Rider - yes you should, and it will

Love your videos; thank you so much. Also, if you buy the chain (I have the same one) online you can choose the number of links and not have to cut down the chain. Thx again!

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

4 жыл бұрын

Randy Mead - thanks. Didn’t know that.

@fabianmckenna8197

3 жыл бұрын

...... and you get link cutters which push the connecting links out. Just twists in and saves using or buying a grinder. Always carried one and used it on the road once when my worn chain gave up 300 miles from home. Shortened it and got back safely to pick up my new chain and sprockets.

Good man! You took my advice. Ha ha great vid

Nut chain tool , perfect~ Thanks for sharing

Buen video.muy útil. Gracias. Saludos

Cool clock, Thanks

Great video!

Nice video 👍🏻 Thanks

Nice video I have the same bike, however the factory 17 / 43 sprocket setting was way to long for me. When it was time to change the chain and sprockets I chose to replace it with a 16 / 46 set up. It transforms the already torky bike to a new level. Yes you loose a bit of theoretical top end speed ( with the riding position really it is theoretical) but it certainly gives you way more usable power for overtaking. However be aware that it is advisable to recalibrate your speedometer via a Speedohealer since it won't display the right velocity otherwise. For me it was worth the effort. Just my two cents. Safe rides 👍🏍

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

5 жыл бұрын

andree hammerschmidt - good observation. I tried a 16t front and liked it but didn’t like the Speedo etc inaccuracy so went back to 17. But I agree the gearing change is a good move.

@tuitness

Жыл бұрын

Hi, im looking to make the same switch of sprockets you commented on but I have a question, sprockets are universal or depends on each bike manufacturer the sprocket brands? Because I saw a YamahaFz6 transmission kit with a t16 / t46 & 530 DID chain, would it fit my NC750x?

You are amazing ! Thanks !

Very clear video on this procedure from an old hand at it. Love the re-purposing of the chain and sprocket! I'm seriously considering the NC750X as a replacement for my CB500X. Just a bit worried about the small tank.

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

2 жыл бұрын

The NC gets slightly better fuel economy than the 500X but the 500X still has better fuel range with the 3ltr larger tank.

Bloody good show sir...

Thanks a lot! Great and helpful videos! I would like to know which is the diameter of the tools that you use. Thanks again!

Nice video

good job big like

10/10

Loved this it really helped. With the clip link, some times the clip has a flat side and a rounded side almost like a “D” do you prefer to put it a certain Way ?

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

8 ай бұрын

Thanks. No difference in the D clips I’ve used so can’t comment on a preference

Very good , thx

As always, another high quality instructional video from Down Under Video Productions. :) Good Day Adrian, any recommendations for cleaning an O-ring Chain? I tend to favor dry-lub lubricants, but recently noticed that my chain is kinking-up, which I suspect is from fine dirt buildup close to the rings. My chain only has 12,000 miles (factory chain) so I doubt it's time for replacement. Thanks for your help!

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

3 жыл бұрын

The OEM chain is poor quality. Many people including myself have had the same problem. It’s time to replace it. I doubt very much if your chain maintenance has caused this. I use kerosene to clean our chains then wipe dry with a rag.

Thank you for this good video! I just want to ask how many links needs the chain on a NC750X manual version?. The chain new has 120 links. I think they must be 112 or 114..?

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

5 жыл бұрын

Manos & Tonia Papadakis - cannot tell you. I always count the old one and cut the new one to that count. A new chain will always be a little longer than you require.

I prefer the rivet link myself, also using no special tools i hold a club hammer behind the new rivet link, and burr down the new rivet link pins with a small ball pane hammer. . U should save the old clip link, cable tie it somewhere for emergencies. .,

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

5 жыл бұрын

pmay222 - yes I carry a spare link. Never had to use it yet, after 40 yrs of riding

I love your video’s I have a ctx pretty much same as the nc 750 I did all my work following you I’m going to get new tires and I need chain and sprocket I was gonna attack it myself I have a jack and 2 jack stands my question is I’m nervous with putting the new chain on i never done it before how do I get the old chain off and I’m buying an oem chain from Honda so it should be exactly the same size??

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

2 жыл бұрын

If you follow my vid on this subject you should be right. But with all “firsts” failure is always an option 😁

Good vid. How can you manange to keep your bike so spanking shiny and clean?!? BTW, what pedals are those? Do they make a difference? Thanks!

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

5 жыл бұрын

Ride & Live - thanks mate. The pegs do make a difference. See this video (link to pegs in the description) and the video following it. kzread.info/dash/bejne/pmd-j9GgcabKpZs.html

May we use this only chain in pulser 180 cc from Indian bike??

wholesome!

Hello man. I have being watching your videos for some time now, very interesting stuff. Since you do your own maintenance and seems to know about mechanics (much more than I do kkk), let me ask you a question. I am looking to improve the petrol savings by changing the front sprocket to up one tooth, do you think this will help at 80 Mph? Also looking to shave some Kilograms, so I am thinking on changing the battery, a light rear sprocket and muffler. What more can I do? Thank you for your time and sorry for the bad English, it is not my first language.

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

4 жыл бұрын

Nicolas dos Santos - fuel saving? The NC is already very efficient below about 70mph but like all bikes starts to drink it quite quickly above that speed. One tooth larger might make a difference to the fuel but it may not. Might be worth a try if you are keen. But not sure it will fit as there is a case saver in front of the sprocket. Also bear in mind this change will effect both the indicated speed, distance travelled, fuel consumption figures etc shown on the display. Weight saving? I seriously doubt any changes will effect the fuel.

Could someone tell how many screws the chain guard has on the right side? It has two on the left, but I think there's a hole on the right as well. And I'm trying to figure out if the right one got lost on my bike, because chain guard started making noise

Question for Adrian and other viewers: What are your thoughts on removing the waxy packing grease from new d.i.d chains with kerosene before install, as mentioned in some forums? (chain-change virgin here).

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

3 жыл бұрын

I’ve never bothered. It can theoretically attract dust but so does normal chain lube. But it won’t hurt to remove it then apply chain lube.

Did it take you anything special to get the nut off the forward sprocket? Was just putting it in gear enough resistance to use a breaker bar to get it off? Debating on buying an impact wrench for an upcoming clutch replacement and am wondering if I would need to use it for this too. Thanks!

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

3 жыл бұрын

No need for a special tool to remove front sprocket bolt. Putting in gear was enough but if not, just depress the back brake as well.

Hello Great video. But I want to ask you what are the measures of the Tourances you mounted. It's 130/80/17 and 150/70/17 and how are you with these? Thank you very much

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

4 жыл бұрын

GIORGIO AMPUSI - Tourance only on the rear. 150/70. I have a Shinko 705 on the front with standard size 120/70.

You are my new idol! Thanks for the videos, I’m hoping to get a 2016 this week. Just a question, did I watch you adjust the chain on the centre stand? Im given to understand from the handbook it should be done on the side stand. 30-35mm. Is there a measurement if the bike is on the centre stand? (Mine has one). Not trying to be a smart arse, just curious.

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

2 жыл бұрын

You are correct. I find it easier to adjust when on the centre stand. I add a little bit more slack.

👏👏👏👏👏

is size 520 112 links por nc750x no dct ??? or 114 links.

Thanks for your video....please tell me after how many Khms do I have to change them (15000 or 25000) ?

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

2 жыл бұрын

40,000km

Adrian, quick question do you get your parts online, if so from where? Thanks

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

5 жыл бұрын

Placepics - I bought the chain from fleabay. The sprockets from BikeBiz via phone to ensure I got the right, and quality parts.

@anyplaceadventures

5 жыл бұрын

Honda NC750X Stuff thanks Adrian

Thanks for posting, awesome. It is real that this bike consume 3,5 L in 100 Km? I have a piaggio xevo 250 and the consumation in the city is 4L in 100 Km. Anyways, thanks for sharing and 👊👍😃

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

5 жыл бұрын

akarim55 - yes it’s real. I’ve owned the bike for 3 years and 3.5 ltrs/100 is real alright. My last two week trip of 4,000km loaded with camping gear saw an average 3.8.

I thought you said in your video about "time to change" (leading us to think you were getting rid of the bike) that the chain was trash; that the links froze. You didn't get rid of it until now? Explain, please. I hesitate to buy one knowing one of the first things to do is get the chain replaced. Thanks!

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

4 жыл бұрын

tbillyjoeroth - did you watch the whole (time to change) video? I’ve done over 60,000km on the bike. The OEM chain was poor quality and only lasted 22,000km when I had to replace it with a quality item.

Gday mate ive been gathering bits and pieces together for the arrival of the 500 in two weeks, i have bought new sprockts but hopefuly wont have to use them yet as the bike has only done 5300km . i was looking at a video on chain replacement and they were using a chain riveter i inherited a chain breaker from my father which has served well on many chains , the price for a breaker riveter a good one is around 200.00 yes you can buy a cheap chinese import but when you read the reviews why would you most break after the first use so when you buy a chain do you get a connector clip/lnk with the chain or is that an extra i see mx store do sell them seperate but it would be nice if they included it for us old boys who dont have these fancy tools .

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

4 жыл бұрын

A clip link is usually an optional extra. Given the power output of the NC I don’t see the need to use a riveted link. I agree that buying a cheap riveter is a poor investment.

@crispernator

4 жыл бұрын

@@AfricaTwin-Stuff Just went to mx site and saw a o ring gold 520 chain found a clip link but it states it is x ring even though the picture shows o rings anyway start the live chat and they rekon i need a chain worth 40.00 more that has a clip link

Hi Adrian, can you share the references for the front and back sprocket. The chain I can see its DID 520VX2 120 links. Can you share the rest?

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

5 жыл бұрын

Bruno Maia - I couldn’t find suitable sprockets online so I bought them locally from “bikebiz.com.au” and even they had to order them. The manual gearbox version takes 17t front and 43t rear. JT or RK brands are good quality. Mine are RK.

@brun0maia

5 жыл бұрын

I guess I will stop by the Honda parts department and ask for prices!

@dantenel8705

5 жыл бұрын

@@AfricaTwin-Stuff Fantastic vid again. Your voice is so calm, do you ever lose your temper doing work on your bike? :) Just a quick comment for dct owners: teeth on back sprocket is different than on the manual version. 39 instead of 43. Just to keep in mind when ordering a kit.

And again.. This is my next job. Lol. You know.. I swear you do. Outta curiosity, did you find any play in your cush drive at all? Getting a wee bit worried as mine has a bit of play. Let me know how the clip retained chain goes, the bike shop wouldnt replace the oem chain on mine without riveting a new one on.... Due to "safety" in case the split link fails during riding or some tosh. Thx for the vid, appreciated!

@desgusting6926

5 жыл бұрын

The dodgy way to take the slop out of your cush drive is to pack a strip of inner tube in the most appropriate area. (determined by the design of the cush drive, some manufacturers use lugs, some use blades on the sprocket carrier). It's cheap and it works. I have also used clips on chains for years 40+ years and never had a problem. I might not use a clip on a Hayabusa but it shouldn't be a problem with only 50 odd horsepower.

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

5 жыл бұрын

Fir3Blad3 - my Cush drive is still tight. But you could replaced the rubbers easily I would have thought. Safety issue with a clip link! What will they think up next ? I’ve owned 34 bikes, been riding since the 60’s and never had a problem with them. So I’ve got zero concerns for this one.

Hi there! Absolutely love your videos, they've been a HUGE help to me and my steel horse. However, you mentioned your sprockets have done 44K KM's, but what about your chain? Do you replace the chain, without replacing the sprockets (if they're in good shape) or do you always replace both at the same time?

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

4 жыл бұрын

Empias Kater - I replaced just the chain at around 20,000km. I have another video about that. Yes it is acceptable to just replace the chain although many will change sprockets anyway.

Hi I have NC 700s model. I will soon change myself the chain but noway for closing it as u with a quick link...are u not afraid ? Except that I enjoyed your videos regards

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

3 жыл бұрын

If I had a 200hp superbike I would use a riveted link. However in my 50 years of bike maintenance I’ve never had a clip link fail. So I’m happy to continue using them for the NC.

@davidaidan2128

3 жыл бұрын

@@AfricaTwin-Stuff hi maybe u right and garages give us the fear of accident to "visit" them and give our bikes to so called professional....anyway I like your videos and especially video made for the bearing. Like u said it's boring bike but reliable. I had just a rare issue: the horn was working alone without pushing it... fortunately I succeeded to repair it by opening bit...220 € saved...and the repair cost me 0€....

hey! thx for the vid. could you share the footrest name you have got?

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

3 жыл бұрын

Bought off eBay a while back so the specific listing is no longer available. Just search eBay for Honda NC750X foot pegs.

Olá não sei aí onde mora mas essa trava de segurança da corrente não segura nada,aqui no Brasil as correntes tanto nacionais como importadas vem com o modo para vc arrebitar.

I have to say, every time someone changes the sprockets I can't tell much difference between the old and new one. I wonder if people are changing chains way to early. Also if the chain is slacking on the sprocket that might only mean you need to adjust your chain and not change the sprocket. Anyways, thanks for video.

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

2 жыл бұрын

Reasonable observation. A few of points - 1. If the chain can be pulled off the rear sprocket then there IS wear - tightening the chain won’t help this. 2. If there is a noticeable difference in slack at different points on the chain the chain either needs replacing or will need it very soon. 3. Wear will be observed on the front sprocket first. It doesn’t take much tooth wear to then wear the chain.

GJ

Adrian. Thanks Again for this video I was able to replace my chain and sprockets DID VX3. my question was: What Torque Specs are required for Front Sprocket Bolt: Rear Sprocket Bolt: I read on forums that the front is 40 FT lbs and the 5 rear sprocket bolts are 80 FT lbs... (which just seems too damn high) How can that sprocket nut need more torque than Rear axle nut (72 FT LBS) i currently sent the rear sprocket bolts at 50 FT Lbs. Please advise:-)

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate. You should always follow the workshop manual. I’m not an expert or trained mechanic.

@Skinnymoss81

4 жыл бұрын

Honda NC750X Stuff Thanks Adrian. Looks like workshop manual says 80 FT/ Lbs. Seems too high. Went with 45 FT/Lbs.

What footpegs and extenders is that? A link?

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

5 жыл бұрын

bravojonas - link to foot pegs. www.ebay.com.au/itm/40mm-Aluminium-Tour-Foot-Pegs-Silver-Front-Fit-Honda-NC750-S-X-2014/152979252274?hash=item239e462432:g:AF0AAOSwACRazagj

Nice video. Extremely dangerous tool use at 3:02 though! What if the grinder slipped off the chain towards your hand? Please, use a vice or clamp to hold the work piece when using grinding wheels...

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

2 жыл бұрын

It’s fine. Fingers grow back don’t they? Seriously though, never copy what you see on KZread. Most of us are idiots. And vids are for entertainment not instruction.

hi my friend do you know the Torque for rear tire nuts

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

3 жыл бұрын

Sorry. No. I’ve never used a torque wrench for anything other than head bolts.

2:50 Why new chain have to be shortened? if its new chain for the model bike why you have to do some shortening? thank you

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

3 жыл бұрын

Most chain is generic. Sold to fit most bikes using a particular pitch of chain. I see no point in spending more on a chain the exact length. But that’s just my choice.

Why not put the clip link plate on the wheel side so you don't see it?

Like!!!

If you are just replacing the chain and rear sprocket there is no need to loosen the front sprocket right?

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

3 жыл бұрын

As the front sprocket always wears faster than the rear, I can’t imagine why you wouldn’t replace the front if you are replacing the rear. But ... yes.

@problemslayer3538

3 жыл бұрын

@@AfricaTwin-Stuff its under 3,000 mate, im only changing the rear sprocket for a different tooth ratio. Thanks

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

3 жыл бұрын

@@problemslayer3538 - OK fair enough. Bear in mind that changing sprocket ratio changes the speedo and the mileage/trip computer figures.

How long does it last the original one? Anyone?

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

4 жыл бұрын

Ibrahim Karaduman - frozen links at 22,000km. Very poor quality original chain.

wouldnt this be far far easier with a chain tool?

Has anybody done a 525 conversion? Got any kit suggestions?

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

4 жыл бұрын

Lorenzo B. - I’m wondering why you would bother? What do you see as the benefit of doing this?

@psycopirla1

4 жыл бұрын

@@AfricaTwin-Stuff I've put a ton of things on the bike (huge windshield, saddle bags etc...) which at my usual 75-80 mph hwy cruising speed cause lots of drag and I've noticed my chain's lifespan decreased considerably. I was thinking putting a thicker chain would in the end be a better and safer option. Thoughts?

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

4 жыл бұрын

Lorenzo B. - I would be buying the best quality X ring standard size chain, ensuring it was always clean and lubricated and set to the correct tension.

Is a grinder not considered a special tool?

@AfricaTwin-Stuff

Жыл бұрын

Not really. Who doesn’t have a grinder when you can buy one for $30 or less?

We seem brainwashed into using rivet links , horseshoe job for me next time , correct way round of course 😀

Poor old chain 😲

위험하네요

Using a clip on bikes with more then 125ccm is total bullshit. Never seen changing a cain in a more bungling way.

You are amazing ! Thanks !