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fido

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Renthal chains
« on: October 12, 2008, 12:53:55 PM »

I had a new chain and sprockets fitted a few weeks ago (RENTHAL)

I have to adjust the chain after every ride!!!!! and it has slight tight spots already  [naughty]

Any one else had a Renthal chain and was it the same?
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Black10R

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Re: Renthal chains
« Reply #1 on: October 12, 2008, 02:45:53 PM »

That sounds strange  :shock: my original 06/07 10R has only been adjusted twice in 4k miles, you sure they put it on right ? i'd have a good look.
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Re: Renthal chains
« Reply #2 on: October 12, 2008, 02:47:25 PM »

you dont have gilles chain adjusters on by any chance?
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Re: Renthal chains
« Reply #3 on: October 12, 2008, 04:33:13 PM »

Unless your snatching the clutch and pulling wheelies on a regular basis then the chain should settle down after a few initial adjustments.
It most definatly shouldn't have any tight spots.
I would get back in touch with your supplier. They may have supplied the correct pitch and size of chain but it may not be the correct tensile strength and will do just what you are describing.
My advice is get the chain off before it snaps and does some serious damage.
If you can, use the DID ZVM2. Its the best chain Ive used. I have one on my busa road bike and in 5000 miles Ive only adjusted it a couple of times. I also have one on the Turbo bike and that regularly sees the wrong side of 500 bph and has no tight spots after 2 years of use. (Its going to be changed for next season though) I bet that chain has seen the best part of 1000 miles. Not many miles,  but the amount of abuse its had makes it quite impresive. Remember I launch at anything between 5000 - 10000 RPM and just let the clutch go.
I wouldnt use anything else.
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Re: Renthal chains
« Reply #4 on: October 12, 2008, 05:21:25 PM »

you dont have gilles chain adjusters on by any chance?

Yep sure do...tell me more?
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Re: Renthal chains
« Reply #5 on: October 12, 2008, 06:26:59 PM »

I'm with Phil - can't beat DID chains  :icon_thumright:

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Re: Renthal chains
« Reply #6 on: October 12, 2008, 08:04:13 PM »

you dont have gilles chain adjusters on by any chance?

Yep sure do...tell me more?

they are prone to needing quite a bit of adjustment,but if you've not had bother before,could just be a dodgey chain. :dontknow:
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Re: Renthal chains
« Reply #7 on: October 12, 2008, 08:20:03 PM »

That's unusual Renthal stuff is normally very good quality.
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Re: Renthal chains
« Reply #8 on: October 12, 2008, 08:51:16 PM »

That's unusual Renthal stuff is normally very good quality.

 :iamwithstupid:

I know that they've only recently started selling chains but I'd expect the usual top quality and am sure that if it is needing regular adjustment give them a call and I reckon they will replace it for sure and will wnat to know of the issue  :icon_thumright:
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Re: Renthal chains
« Reply #9 on: October 12, 2008, 10:07:04 PM »

My Renthal chain needs alot of adjustment and is a fook load more nosier than my old standard chain!! No tight spots tho!
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Re: Renthal chains
« Reply #10 on: October 13, 2008, 09:29:29 AM »

we used to stock renthal chains but stopped after a few problems with them.
stick to D.I.D or any Japanese chain for that matter. But i guess its a bit late now.
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Re: Renthal chains
« Reply #11 on: October 14, 2008, 09:23:57 AM »

Deffo wont buy another renthal!!  [naughty]
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Re: Renthal chains
« Reply #12 on: October 14, 2008, 09:46:12 AM »

they make good sprockets but they make there chains from chocolate.
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Re: Renthal chains
« Reply #13 on: October 14, 2008, 05:11:14 PM »

Shit choccie at that!!  :tongue2:
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