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I had purchased a 2000 model, VT750 ACE and this is my 1st bike. I recently took to doing a full service on it and part of that service includes replacing the sprockets and chain. I am taking the opportunity to raise the final drive ratio as well by going to a 39T rear sprocket.
Anyway, one thing I always noticed was how noisy my chain was. I got it pretty slack, so I tensioned it according to the manual. I also lubricated it with a Belray O ring chain lube.. but even with that, it still was pretty loud. At low speeds, you would hear the chain over the sound of the motor / exhaust! Not crazy loud, but definitely noticeable..
After doing some more reading here, I learned the chain is a wearable item and must be replaced accordingly. This is what I found when I took down the factory sprockets. I have a strong feeling this is the original chain that came with the bike!
Drive 17T Sprocket (JT 17T)
Wheel 41T sprocket (JT 39T)
:shock: Pics speak for themselves! If the Odometer is correct, the bike has done 51,500miles.. I never had any issues other than noise.
What is the most mileage you have ever got in your chain / sprockets?
Rene
Anyway, one thing I always noticed was how noisy my chain was. I got it pretty slack, so I tensioned it according to the manual. I also lubricated it with a Belray O ring chain lube.. but even with that, it still was pretty loud. At low speeds, you would hear the chain over the sound of the motor / exhaust! Not crazy loud, but definitely noticeable..
After doing some more reading here, I learned the chain is a wearable item and must be replaced accordingly. This is what I found when I took down the factory sprockets. I have a strong feeling this is the original chain that came with the bike!
Drive 17T Sprocket (JT 17T)

Wheel 41T sprocket (JT 39T)

:shock: Pics speak for themselves! If the Odometer is correct, the bike has done 51,500miles.. I never had any issues other than noise.
What is the most mileage you have ever got in your chain / sprockets?
Rene