*excellent* step by step instructions as usual. only changes I observed watching my chain installer: - loosen rear sprocket nuts before taking wheel off - lube up engine shaft that holds front sprocket for rust prevention - run new chain on new sprockets and shorten it then
Thank you TK! Great tips! The wheels have been off since the tires project.... i didn't think that far ahead, but i absolutely agree that the sprocket nuts would be easier to remove while the wheel is on the bike. Always great hearing from you brother!
@@ontherebel11using the chain tool is a great skill that i’d like to learn next time the chain is due (while changing front sprocket and keeping rear) and nobody explains it better than you - fantastic job G
@@tkstylem thank you T! There are other chain tools on the market, but I wanted something that is tough enough to last a lifetime, so far I'm loving this thing!
Another excellent video to add to my maintenance arsenal, thanks to you, brother. You have saved us THOUSANDS of dollars in labor costs at the dealer, and you are so detailed, there is nothing left to guesswork. Thank you again, Gus. You are the best thing my Rebel ever had! Thanks
Very good video! One mistake I see, do not start at 80 foot lbs., start at 60 foot lbs., then 70 and finally 80. 2nd, mistake, you always go back to the first nut and recheck the torque and you do that until they are all torque properly. Also the same when starting at 60 foot lbs and 70 and 80. Suggestion, coat the spline shaft with axle grease to protect from rust. Also, the chain has a raised ledge to prevent crushing the o-ring so no measurement is needed, just carefully tighten until it stops. And the pin out measurements is the only one that is needed. And finally, a little blue Loctite on the front sprocket nut. And maybe on the cover and the footrest bolts.
Another great video Gustav! I suggest putting a bit of grease or anti-seize on the threads of your tool. It will make it easier to turn, and the threads will last longer. It does make the tool dirty to handle, but you wisely wear gloves anyway. I would keep the tool in the original box, or get a plastic one to keep it in so dirt doesn’t get on the screw threads. I use Kerosene to clean my chain. $8.00 will get you a gallon of it! I was surprised at the minimal chain stretch with 24K on it. Even after the burn outs and you rolling on that throttle in sport mode. At the rate I’m riding I’ll be dead before I need a chain replaced! 🤣
Hi George!! always great hearing from you brother! the tool came pre-greased, but i didn't like the grease they provided, so i will be adding grease to the threads as you recommend! Kerosene or diesel, that's what i should have said hahahha not petrol. I am so impressed with the longevity o the chain and sprockets, i still can't believe that the sprockets have zero wear on them, how can that be? i've never seen sprockets like that!!
@@ontherebel11 Indfed I was shocked too about the lack of wear on the sprockets. You probably saved them any wear by frequent clean and lube, and changing the chain when you did. I would not have been worried to add a new chain to those OEM sprockets in that condition.
Suggestion for you, maybe make a "bike maintenance" playlist and put all these related videos in there so viewers can easily find them all. Also FIRST.
Great video Gus. Only suggestion if I may, to save your tool… not required but it will save you money. Grind off the outside mushroom of the pin will save the driver. Everything else is the exact same, just the added stress to push in that pin can damage that driver making the tool useless. Also… don’t use gas… that will damage your new seals. I’m enjoying these videos man. Keep up the great work!!
Thank you Slight! I completely agree about grinding the head off first, but I was so curious about their claim that the tool will survive, so I tested it several times off camera after I finished recording, and it survived! Totally shocked, I thought I was gonna break it and send it back to them in pieces, but I failed! Now I'm just curious and would like to see how many links I can go through before it breaks 🤣🤣🤣🤣 Always great to hear from you brother! 🤙
Hola compañero. Es imposible disfrutar viendo el video tanto como tú haciendo ese viaje , pero te aseguro que lo he pasado muy bien visionandolo. Es realmente feo el topcase que le has puesto, pero el respaldo ha hecho su función. Me alegra siempre ver estas aventuras y viajes. Enhorabuena y por favor sigue subiendo tus vídeos, son un referente para los usuarios como yo de la cmx 1100. Un abrazo.
Hola Toñi!!! Es tan bueno saber de usted, gracias por sus amables palabras, sí, el baúl es feo, pero tuve que ignorarlo, ya que la función del respaldo y el almacenamiento adicional fueron muy útiles en la aventura de 12 días, ¡estos viajes son adictivos! !
The way I remember checking for chain / sprocket wear is to try to lift the chain off the rear sprocket. If the chain comes off it a bit, it has some wear. Try that with a new one and they try it with one that has a lot of miles. I remember riding 'till the rollers fell off, and one time all the teeth wore off the front sprocket 'till it would jump the chain.
Thanks for the video. I need to check my front sprocket as I am having a clunking noise when accelerating and some have suggested it being a loose front sprocket bolt.
How many miles do you have on the bike? Tbh, I find it unlikely to be the case, I'm leaning more towards a kinked link in the chain and or a loose chain.
@@ontherebel11 I have 13,000 miles. It showed up after a shop changed my rear tire. I didn’t notice it at first but the rear wheel was slightly misaligned. Heard the noise as the chain was loose. Tightened it up and the sound went away. 700 miles later it’s back.
Thank you my friend! Yes it is a pain, but i am surprise that it lasted so long!! Each system has its pros and cons, the chain being the simplest to repair while touring, but the dirtiest of them all LOL
@@nonsolorasatura9093 I try to keep an open mind, but my concern is always a potential failure while on a trip and the likelihood of finding a replacement on the road, a chain can be found at every motorcycle shop. Keep in mind that many bikes have belt drive though....
@@ontherebel11 Does the BMW M Endurance chain could be used with any moto? And is good at what they say? If instead is made a conversion for chain to belt should be sufficient take only the minor parts necessary for reconvert it to chain, in case of necessity? Just put them inside a bag?
Another great video...thank you. I'm at 23K miles now and also reaching time for chain replacement. I looked at my rear sprocket and looks in good shape (similar to yours). If you had to do it again, would you change the front and rear sprockets with the 1str chain change for perhaps wait until 2nd or 3rd chain replacement?
Thank you John! That's a great question! I've thought about it many times, the rule of thumb is to replace them as a set, my sprockets had absolutely no wear on them at all.... They could probably last another 25k miles, but personally, a couple of hundred dollars over 3 years is negligible, I'd rather change them as a set and have peace of mind while I'm out touring.... IMHO it's a small price to pay, and as you saw in the video it's very easy to do, I can't help but consider metal fatigue after all the stress of 25k miles.... I could be wrong and many would probably disagree with me, but if such a small investment could eliminate a potential disastrous variable, I'd do it the same way.... But that's just me bro.....
@@ontherebel11 Agree on worth changing the sprockets but for this round I decided just to change the front sprocket as I don't want to take the rear wheel off (which is a bit of work) for the rear sprocket change. I'll change this one when I change the rear tire in another 10k mile or so. Thanks again for your great video.
I know I am a year late but I found this very informative. I am just curious if this chain replacement process will work for Rebel 500 ( I am trying to replace the chain and sprocket but I haven’t been able to find any videos for Rebel 500). I would really appreciate any suggestions/recommendations. Thank you all.
Hi there, thank you for your comment! The process is very similar on the 500 and 1100. But I strongly recommend that you subscribe to @slightmoto Here is a detailed video for the rebel 500 by my friend Slight ruclips.net/video/v9YJ4ltDZS4/видео.htmlsi=esZGSFrWffdUc9cf
@@ontherebel11 thank you for your response and I’ve watched your friend’s video and as per his choice I’ve also a ordered the D.I.D chain. The reason I liked your video was due to the fact that you changed your sprocket and which I intend to do. Do you think I could do it as a first timer i.e change the sprockets and chain (altho I’m quite hands on and I do every oil change).. trying to save some money cos the service center is asking me $300 for the labor only (think it’s the normal Bay Area, Cal rate.
@@jaytam1522 Yes, the process is very similar across most motorcycles, jut use these videos as a guide and follow your service manual to get the torque specs for the 500. Take your time while working on it. At your risk of course.
Hi Daniel!! I decided to use the oem ones because I was so impressed with the Longevity! But using aftermarket ones will work just fine, just not sure about the Longevity though, were you thinking of getting a D. I. D chain?
@@ontherebel11 I'm going to stick with the OEM, there are combo packs from Japanesse web sites that have the chain and sprockets but very little info on quality.
Has anyone tried other sprocket sizes than the 16t/42t oem? I would like a more relaxed highway drive at lower rpm, even if it means a little less torque available during stop and go driving. I wonder what's the experience of others that tried.
It is not recommended that gasoline be used to clean a chain. Kerosene/lamp oil is gentler and won't harm the "o" rings. Also, personally, I would leave the OEM grease on the chain until the first time it needs cleaning and lube. Couldn't hurt.
@@ontherebel11 I used unscented lamp oil on my chain. You could just cover the chain in a bowl when it's off the bike. I used a spray bottle with the chain on the bike, just make sure the spray bottle can hold up to the kerosene. I ruing my spray bottle after one use, it wouldn't work the next time I went to use it. ZEP makes different ones, some are kerosene/gasoline resistant. Homedepot has them.
I am suprised that you used the original nuts. Are these re-useable? I would also use "Loctite". If the nuts were to come lose they will not come all of the way off.
@@ontherebel11 I am speaking of the nuts that hold the rear sprocket. Do they come with some sort of crush washer or other means to keep them from backing out?
@@jamescampolo7824 Ohhhhhhh, Theeze nuts are locking nuts and are torqued to 80 foot pounds, the manual actually calls for a little oil grease mixture to LUBE theese nuts.👌
@@ontherebel11 Grease? That's like greasing a lug nut. Anti-seize is not recommended much less grease. Are you sure it is grease? Why in the ....would you grease a nut that is torqued to 80lbs. I'm at a loss here. Loctite looks like grease until it is in an anaroebic environment, then it siezes the nut and bolt in place.
@@jamescampolo7824 This is what the service manual states "Use molybdenum oil solution (mixture of the engine oil and molybdenum grease in a ratio of 1:1)."
Great question, rule of thumb is that you replace both sprockets and chain at the same time. I was only able to compare them once I took them off to see a detailed view, I still can't believe it! At least the community knows and can make their own decisions if they should replace them or not. That's a lot of miles on a set of sprockets..... Very impressive! 🍻
@binoyvaliyaparambath5759 I have been looking extensively, but when I went and sat on the bikes I wanted, I realized that I won't like it.... Every now and then I get excited about a bike but then when I evaluate everything, I fall in love with the rebel all over again 🤣🤣 I was eagerly waiting for eicma, but nothing excited me.... I'm short bro and don't want to give up dct and cruise control.
Ok let me tell you something I am 5.5 and 29 inch inseam Got myself a S1000 XR this year ( the lower suspension from factory) I am on my tip toe but absolutely manageable If you are of my height and inseam GS 1250 lower suspension will fit you absolutely perfect Just a suggestion Not asking you to get rid of Rebel by any means
@binoyvaliyaparambath5759 I hear you bro, all that weight and being on tip toes will mean dropping the bike repeatedly.... Been doing that since the age of 14.... Hence why I don't want to go back. Plus I would prefer not to go back to manual either..... But I'm trying to keep an open mind
You are absolutely correct, but I used this opportunity to hold the maker to their word, I wasn't sold at first, but I'm a believer now, went through it like butter both on and off camera. Doesn't mean that I will do it that way in the future, I'm just a curious individual that likes to know the limits 🍻
I'm not first tonight, but second is better than never, right?! 👊😉👍
Quasi in da house! I was looking forward to the SNL, Maybe next week
@@ontherebel11hi.. will this chain replacement process work on a rebel 500? btw this a top notch very informative video. Thank you.
*excellent* step by step instructions as usual.
only changes I observed watching my chain installer:
- loosen rear sprocket nuts before taking wheel off
- lube up engine shaft that holds front sprocket for rust prevention
- run new chain on new sprockets and shorten it then
Thank you TK! Great tips!
The wheels have been off since the tires project.... i didn't think that far ahead, but i absolutely agree that the sprocket nuts would be easier to remove while the wheel is on the bike. Always great hearing from you brother!
@@ontherebel11using the chain tool is a great skill that i’d like to learn next time the chain is due (while changing front sprocket and keeping rear) and nobody explains it better than you - fantastic job G
@@tkstylem thank you T! There are other chain tools on the market, but I wanted something that is tough enough to last a lifetime, so far I'm loving this thing!
@@ontherebel11yep will get the same one
Gus I love how detailed you are that anyone could follow it. Great job as always my dude
Thank you so much Mike!! That's so nice to hear bro!🤙
I'm glad you followed my advice to remove the left peg for easier access to the front sprocket cover.
thank you!
I'm a good boy❤
Thank you for making this video. You are precise and clear and easy to understand with details for us beginners!
Thank you for your feedback Jeff, I'm very happy to hear that you found it helpful! It makes it all worth it brother! 🍻
Another excellent video to add to my maintenance arsenal, thanks to you, brother.
You have saved us THOUSANDS of dollars in labor costs at the dealer, and you are so detailed, there is nothing left to guesswork.
Thank you again, Gus.
You are the best thing my Rebel ever had! Thanks
Hi Eric!! Your kind comments make it all worth it brother, thank you so much!!
Thanks! Just replaced my chain according to this excellent guide
Thank you so much T! That's so kind of you man! 🙏🙏🙏🙏
Awesome effective tips, clear structured step by step instructions, thanks for sharing
Hi John! I'm glad to hear you found it helpful brother, thank you for your kind feedback sir!
Better than a Netflix movie:)) fascinating video. You leave no place for mistakes. Thank you Gustav🙏🙏 Looking forward to the next episode 😊
Hahaha, thank you brother! 😊
“DEEEEZZZZ
NUTZZZ” …. Another classic production! 🙏👍🏼👏👏
🤣🤣🤣
Thank you Jason! Great to hear from you brother! 🤙
Very good video! One mistake I see, do not start at 80 foot lbs., start at 60 foot lbs., then 70 and finally 80. 2nd, mistake, you always go back to the first nut and recheck the torque and you do that until they are all torque properly. Also the same when starting at 60 foot lbs and 70 and 80.
Suggestion, coat the spline shaft with axle grease to protect from rust.
Also, the chain has a raised ledge to prevent crushing the o-ring so no measurement is needed, just carefully tighten until it stops. And the pin out measurements is the only one that is needed.
And finally, a little blue Loctite on the front sprocket nut. And maybe on the cover and the footrest bolts.
Hi John, Great tips!! Thank you for sharing! I have to double check the chain, if that is the case, it will life so much easier for the others!!!
Another great video Gustav! I suggest putting a bit of grease or anti-seize on the threads of your tool. It will make it easier to turn, and the threads will last longer. It does make the tool dirty to handle, but you wisely wear gloves anyway. I would keep the tool in the original box, or get a plastic one to keep it in so dirt doesn’t get on the screw threads.
I use Kerosene to clean my chain. $8.00 will get you a gallon of it! I was surprised at the minimal chain stretch with 24K on it. Even after the burn outs and you rolling on that throttle in sport mode.
At the rate I’m riding I’ll be dead before I need a chain replaced! 🤣
Hi George!! always great hearing from you brother! the tool came pre-greased, but i didn't like the grease they provided, so i will be adding grease to the threads as you recommend! Kerosene or diesel, that's what i should have said hahahha not petrol. I am so impressed with the longevity o the chain and sprockets, i still can't believe that the sprockets have zero wear on them, how can that be? i've never seen sprockets like that!!
@@ontherebel11 Indfed I was shocked too about the lack of wear on the sprockets. You probably saved them any wear by frequent clean and lube, and changing the chain when you did. I would not have been worried to add a new chain to those OEM sprockets in that condition.
Suggestion for you, maybe make a "bike maintenance" playlist and put all these related videos in there so viewers can easily find them all. Also FIRST.
Hi TJ!! Absolutely!! ruclips.net/p/PLBCveCYUrwZ3j824OHFgfhgDv2At1xSDd
Thank you for sharing such detailed maintenance videos. Excellent job
I'm glad that you found them helpful Jeremy! 🍻🍻
Great video Gus.
Only suggestion if I may, to save your tool… not required but it will save you money.
Grind off the outside mushroom of the pin will save the driver. Everything else is the exact same, just the added stress to push in that pin can damage that driver making the tool useless.
Also… don’t use gas… that will damage your new seals.
I’m enjoying these videos man. Keep up the great work!!
Thank you Slight! I completely agree about grinding the head off first, but I was so curious about their claim that the tool will survive, so I tested it several times off camera after I finished recording, and it survived! Totally shocked, I thought I was gonna break it and send it back to them in pieces, but I failed! Now I'm just curious and would like to see how many links I can go through before it breaks 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Always great to hear from you brother! 🤙
@@ontherebel11 yeah they typically last a few chains… it’s a great tool. Appreciate you brother.
Hola compañero.
Es imposible disfrutar viendo el video tanto como tú haciendo ese viaje , pero te aseguro que lo he pasado muy bien visionandolo.
Es realmente feo el topcase que le has puesto, pero el respaldo ha hecho su función.
Me alegra siempre ver estas aventuras y viajes.
Enhorabuena y por favor sigue subiendo tus vídeos, son un referente para los usuarios como yo de la cmx 1100.
Un abrazo.
Hola Toñi!!! Es tan bueno saber de usted, gracias por sus amables palabras, sí, el baúl es feo, pero tuve que ignorarlo, ya que la función del respaldo y el almacenamiento adicional fueron muy útiles en la aventura de 12 días, ¡estos viajes son adictivos! !
Speechless.....Amazing Job....Master
Thank you very much Michael, i really appreciate the encouragement.
The way I remember checking for chain / sprocket wear is to try to lift the chain off the rear sprocket. If the chain comes off it a bit, it has some wear. Try that with a new one and they try it with one that has a lot of miles. I remember riding 'till the rollers fell off, and one time all the teeth wore off the front sprocket 'till it would jump the chain.
Good tips brother!
You are the man!👍
Thank you Anthony! Always great hearing from you!!
Ладно понятно замена ради видосика! Норм! В остальном всё очень грамотно молодец💪🤜🤛🤝
Спасибо, Алекс!!!!!
Thanks for the video. I need to check my front sprocket as I am having a clunking noise when accelerating and some have suggested it being a loose front sprocket bolt.
How many miles do you have on the bike? Tbh, I find it unlikely to be the case, I'm leaning more towards a kinked link in the chain and or a loose chain.
@@ontherebel11 I have 13,000 miles. It showed up after a shop changed my rear tire. I didn’t notice it at first but the rear wheel was slightly misaligned. Heard the noise as the chain was loose. Tightened it up and the sound went away. 700 miles later it’s back.
Thanks for the stellar content, once again 👍
Thank you button locks!
Another great video !!
Thank you George!!!
Hi Gus, Great video. Simple, greatly explained.... Thanks a lot👍
Miro!! Thank you man!!!!
this video plus requirement for cleaning and lubricating the chain is exactly why one should invest in belt and pulleys conversion..
Hi Iggy, thank you for your feedback!
Thank u for this video!
Hi mightymouz! I'm glad you found it helpful brother! 🤙
@ontherebel11 Mine is still a baby Rebel, but I'll eventually need this and appreciate it in advance.👍🏽Safe travels!
Excellent video.👍
Note:
What a pain is the all procedure, I would like more bike share the same system used by Moto Guzzi and partially BMW.
Thank you my friend! Yes it is a pain, but i am surprise that it lasted so long!! Each system has its pros and cons, the chain being the simplest to repair while touring, but the dirtiest of them all LOL
@@ontherebel11 Cost aside and if in your environment allow it, do you think that a day you try using a Belt to replace the chain?
@@nonsolorasatura9093 I try to keep an open mind, but my concern is always a potential failure while on a trip and the likelihood of finding a replacement on the road, a chain can be found at every motorcycle shop. Keep in mind that many bikes have belt drive though....
@@ontherebel11 Does the BMW M Endurance chain could be used with any moto? And is good at what they say?
If instead is made a conversion for chain to belt should be sufficient take only the minor parts necessary for reconvert it to chain, in case of necessity? Just put them inside a bag?
Another great video...thank you.
I'm at 23K miles now and also reaching time for chain replacement. I looked at my rear sprocket and looks in good shape (similar to yours). If you had to do it again, would you change the front and rear sprockets with the 1str chain change for perhaps wait until 2nd or 3rd chain replacement?
Thank you John! That's a great question! I've thought about it many times, the rule of thumb is to replace them as a set, my sprockets had absolutely no wear on them at all.... They could probably last another 25k miles, but personally, a couple of hundred dollars over 3 years is negligible, I'd rather change them as a set and have peace of mind while I'm out touring.... IMHO it's a small price to pay, and as you saw in the video it's very easy to do, I can't help but consider metal fatigue after all the stress of 25k miles.... I could be wrong and many would probably disagree with me, but if such a small investment could eliminate a potential disastrous variable, I'd do it the same way.... But that's just me bro.....
@@ontherebel11 Agree on worth changing the sprockets but for this round I decided just to change the front sprocket as I don't want to take the rear wheel off (which is a bit of work) for the rear sprocket change. I'll change this one when I change the rear tire in another 10k mile or so. Thanks again for your great video.
I have been wrenching on bikes for 60 years and have never had a mechanical failure caused by ineptitude.
That's a ton of experience!
@@ontherebel11 what page is the instructions on the rear sprocket replacement? I have the manual but can't find the page.
I know I am a year late but I found this very informative. I am just curious if this chain replacement process will work for Rebel 500 ( I am trying to replace the chain and sprocket but I haven’t been able to find any videos for Rebel 500). I would really appreciate any suggestions/recommendations. Thank you all.
Hi there, thank you for your comment! The process is very similar on the 500 and 1100. But I strongly recommend that you subscribe to @slightmoto
Here is a detailed video for the rebel 500 by my friend Slight ruclips.net/video/v9YJ4ltDZS4/видео.htmlsi=esZGSFrWffdUc9cf
@@ontherebel11 thank you for your response and I’ve watched your friend’s video and as per his choice I’ve also a ordered the D.I.D chain. The reason I liked your video was due to the fact that you changed your sprocket and which I intend to do. Do you think I could do it as a first timer i.e change the sprockets and chain (altho I’m quite hands on and I do every oil change).. trying to save some money cos the service center is asking me $300 for the labor only (think it’s the normal Bay Area, Cal rate.
@@jaytam1522 Yes, the process is very similar across most motorcycles, jut use these videos as a guide and follow your service manual to get the torque specs for the 500. Take your time while working on it. At your risk of course.
Idk why but I laughed at dees nuts lol
Which nuts Jermiah? HAHHAHA
@@ontherebel11 have you never seen that clip.
@@therideofalifetime I wrote the script 😅
@@ontherebel11 hahah 😂😂😂
Yes you do.... Because it was funny...
Good day Gus, questions should I use OEM chain and sprokets or can I use aftermaket ones, just curious if there is a difference. Thank you
Hi Daniel!! I decided to use the oem ones because I was so impressed with the Longevity! But using aftermarket ones will work just fine, just not sure about the Longevity though, were you thinking of getting a D. I. D chain?
@@ontherebel11 I'm going to stick with the OEM, there are combo packs from Japanesse web sites that have the chain and sprockets but very little info on quality.
@@DanielSan-sw9px hi Daniel, that's a smart choice bro!
Has anyone tried other sprocket sizes than the 16t/42t oem? I would like a more relaxed highway drive at lower rpm, even if it means a little less torque available during stop and go driving. I wonder what's the experience of others that tried.
I haven't heard of anyone doing the swap, but i'm sure someone has.
hi buddy, thx so much for the video. So this is the original chain and it had 24K miles? I didnt know that it would last that long. Thx man
Hi Julio!!! I was also very surprised! That's why i decided to get the same chain!!!
@@ontherebel11 hiii, cool man :) i have about another 10K miles to go then LOL thx buddy
@@ontherebel11 did you see the new rebel? Rebel 1100 DCT SE, it looks cool with a few changes :)
So, the old chain is stock one with 40k km, right?
Hi Denis! Yes that is correct, stock chain that came with the brand new bike lasted that long! 🤙
Сальник зачем то разодрал👏
Ah, at 16:42 the new sprocket is back on😂
Video editing magic 🤣
@@ontherebel11 😂
It is not recommended that gasoline be used to clean a chain. Kerosene/lamp oil is gentler and won't harm the "o" rings. Also, personally, I would leave the OEM grease on the chain until the first time it needs cleaning and lube. Couldn't hurt.
Hi James! Thank you for your feedback man! 👍
@@ontherebel11 I used unscented lamp oil on my chain. You could just cover the chain in a bowl when it's off the bike. I used a spray bottle with the chain on the bike, just make sure the spray bottle can hold up to the kerosene. I ruing my spray bottle after one use, it wouldn't work the next time I went to use it. ZEP makes different ones, some are kerosene/gasoline resistant. Homedepot has them.
I am suprised that you used the original nuts. Are these re-useable? I would also use "Loctite". If the nuts were to come lose they will not come all of the way off.
Hi James!! Been looking forward to your feedback! Thank you for your feedback man! Which nuts are you talking about?
@@ontherebel11 I am speaking of the nuts that hold the rear sprocket. Do they come with some sort of crush washer or other means to keep them from backing out?
@@jamescampolo7824 Ohhhhhhh, Theeze nuts are locking nuts and are torqued to 80 foot pounds, the manual actually calls for a little oil grease mixture to LUBE theese nuts.👌
@@ontherebel11 Grease? That's like greasing a lug nut. Anti-seize is not recommended much less grease. Are you sure it is grease? Why in the ....would you grease a nut that is torqued to 80lbs. I'm at a loss here. Loctite looks like grease until it is in an anaroebic environment, then it siezes the nut and bolt in place.
@@jamescampolo7824 This is what the service manual states "Use molybdenum oil solution (mixture of the engine oil and molybdenum grease in a ratio of 1:1)."
Why change the sprocket if there is no wear?
Great question, rule of thumb is that you replace both sprockets and chain at the same time. I was only able to compare them once I took them off to see a detailed view, I still can't believe it! At least the community knows and can make their own decisions if they should replace them or not. That's a lot of miles on a set of sprockets..... Very impressive! 🍻
Bro how many miles on your Rebel
Hi Binoy! I changed the chain at 24k miles, I'm apx 27k miles at the moment
Man that’s great
Any plan to get her a sister?
@binoyvaliyaparambath5759 I have been looking extensively, but when I went and sat on the bikes I wanted, I realized that I won't like it.... Every now and then I get excited about a bike but then when I evaluate everything, I fall in love with the rebel all over again 🤣🤣
I was eagerly waiting for eicma, but nothing excited me.... I'm short bro and don't want to give up dct and cruise control.
Ok let me tell you something
I am 5.5 and 29 inch inseam
Got myself a S1000 XR this year ( the lower suspension from factory)
I am on my tip toe but absolutely manageable
If you are of my height and inseam GS 1250 lower suspension will fit you absolutely perfect
Just a suggestion
Not asking you to get rid of Rebel by any means
@binoyvaliyaparambath5759 I hear you bro, all that weight and being on tip toes will mean dropping the bike repeatedly.... Been doing that since the age of 14.... Hence why I don't want to go back. Plus I would prefer not to go back to manual either..... But I'm trying to keep an open mind
Here I was expecting a master link like a bicycle
There are master links that "clip on" like a bicycle. However, getting a master link that is "rivited" is far more secure and less likely to fail.
Hi Fran! James explained it so well! thank you James!
Thank you James!
Wouldn’t it be safer if you grind the head of the pin first, less wear on the tool.
You are absolutely correct, but I used this opportunity to hold the maker to their word, I wasn't sold at first, but I'm a believer now, went through it like butter both on and off camera. Doesn't mean that I will do it that way in the future, I'm just a curious individual that likes to know the limits 🍻
Зачем менять рабочую звезду на такую же звезду?😅🤣😂
Я понятия не имел, что они будут идеальны для нового! я не могу поверить своим глазам! оставлю старые на будущее!
Scrap the chain.
Hi James!!!!
At 7:24 'Rear wheel installation' you have the old sprocket back on?🫣
Lol you have a keen eye 😉
This section is a highlight of a previous how to video, the link is in the description, I didn't want to Prolong the video 👍