How To Replace the Chain and Sprockets on a Yamaha TW200
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- Опубликовано: 28 авг 2024
- After riding my Yamaha TW200 over 13,000 miles, my stock front sprocket is finally worn out to the point where it's skipping teeth under heavy load. The rear sprocket was replaced with a 47 tooth shortly after buying the bike new. The chain was also replaced at about 7000 miles since the stock chain stretched out quickly. Now it's time to replace both sprockets and chain because mixing new and old parts together will cause them to wear out quicker. So it's best to replace everything all at once unless the bike is brand new. I will be using an X-ring chain and slightly tweaking my gear ratio this time around. I hope you get a lot of value out of this video and thanks for watching.
Disclaimer: You are solely responsible for working on your own bike. If in doubt have a professional Mechanic service your motorcycle.
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Front Sprocket: 4:03
Rear Sprocket: 10:38
Chain: 14:26
Test Ride: 19:14
Calculate your Sprocket change here: sprocketcalcul...
My sprocket setups
Stock: 14/50 (base)
1st change: 14/47 (6.4% change)
2nd change (the one in this video) 15/50 (7.1% change)
Specs:
Oil drain plug: 43 nm, (31 ftlb)
front sprocket bolts: 4 nm, (2.9 ftlb) [use locktite]
left crank case cover: 7 nm, (5.1 ftlb)
shift lever: 10 nm (7.2 ftlb)
footrest bolt: 60 nm, (43 ftlb)
rear sprocket bolts: 35 nm (25 ftlb) [use locktite]
rear axle bolt: 90 nm, (65 ftlb)
chain slack 30 - 60mm
brake pedal freeplay 20 - 30mm
check out the parts and tools:
Sprockets and bolt kit in the video were purchased here: procycle.us/bi...
Find the same exact Sprockets and other parts here:
Rear Sprocket (JT Sprockets JTR1842.50): amzn.to/2GYQHxx (paid link)
Front Sprocket ( PBI-733-15): ebay.us/wXVgpK (paid link)
D.I.D. 428 VX 126 link X-ring Chain (one used in the video): amzn.to/2EsjrNp (paid link)
Extra 5/16 x 3/4 washers (in case you don't want to buy the bolt kit): amzn.to/2U50cyH (paid link)
TW200 rear sprocket lock washers ( part# 90215-08160-00) (3 needed) www.partzilla....
Yamaha left side cover gasket (part# 3AW-15451-03-00 ): amzn.to/33FMbx5 (paid link)
Tools:
Chain Breaker: amzn.to/2EqBsLS (paid link)
1/4in torque wrench: amzn.to/2NntypD (paid link)
3/8in torque wrench: (don't have this one yet but i'm going to get it because my craftsman one is not great): amzn.to/2BL7oZO (paid link)
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Skip ahead to the part you need
Front Sprocket: 4:03
Rear Sprocket: 10:38
Chain: 14:26
Test Ride: 19:14
Calculate your Sprocket change here: sprocketcalculator.com/
My sprocket setups
Stock: 14/50 (base)
1st change: 14/47 (6.4% change)
2nd change (the one in this video) 15/50 (7.1% change)
Specs:
Oil drain plug: 43 nm, (31 ftlb)
front sprocket bolts: 4 nm, (2.9 ftlb) [use locktite]
left crank case cover: 7 nm, (5.1 ftlb)
shift lever: 10 nm (7.2 ftlb)
footrest bolt: 60 nm, (43 ftlb)
rear sprocket bolts: 35 nm (25 ftlb) [use locktite]
rear axle bolt: 90 nm, (65 ftlb)
chain slack 30 - 60mm
brake pedal freeplay 20 - 30mm
check out the parts and tools:
Sprockets and bolt kit in the video were purchased here: procycle.us/bikepages/tw200.html
Find the same exact Sprockets and other parts here:
Rear Sprocket (JT Sprockets JTR1842.50): amzn.to/2GYQHxx (paid link)
Front Sprocket ( PBI-733-15): ebay.us/wXVgpK (paid link)
D.I.D. 428 VX 126 link X-ring Chain (one used in video): amzn.to/2EsjrNp (paid link)
Extra 5/16 x 3/4 washers (in case you don't want to buy the bolt kit): amzn.to/2U50cyH (paid link)
TW200 rear sprocket lock washers ( part# 90215-08160-00) (3 needed) www.partzilla.com/product/yamaha/90215-08160-00
Yamaha left side cover gasket (part# 3AW-15451-03-00 ): amzn.to/33FMbx5 (paid link)
Tools:
Chain Breaker: amzn.to/2EqBsLS (paid link)
1/4in torque wrench: amzn.to/2NntypD (paid link)
3/8in torque wrench: (don't have this one yet but i'm going to get it because my craftsman one is not great): amzn.to/2BL7oZO (paid link)
(I may get commissions for purchases made through links with "paid link" next to them)
Very humble of you to do that, most would not like people skipping through all their hard work. Good quality to have in a young man.
@@getsum697 specs....
Me sub
@@efirizaki5656 Caveman much?
Thanks
Talk about a mature dude. I’m a 70 year old career gear head and your vids are quite professional. Not a bunch of useless, unrelated yak.
Good job with your camera work and editing. Even a dummy could do his own maintenance.👍👍👍
Hey I appreciate that! Always try and make these videos as quick but info packed as possible
@@TDubsKid Me again. I do almost all my own wrenching for my vehicles. Presently, my son and I have 14 bikes. 10 are vintage like the Kawasaki 500 triples. Some old YSRs and JT 1 Yamahas . I also have a Grom and my ‘87 TW. So I’ll play around with the carb on it it soon. The Welch plug is out. But the bike generally runs crappy. Back firing while de-accelerating down hill and hesitations and low power. I live on the west coast of British Columbia but ride at all kinds of elevations. Do you have a video of what can help these carbs or should it be replaced?
Thanks my friend.
Thank you I watched this at least 5 times while doing my repair. It was a lifesaver
no problem! glad to help
Excellent vid. I'm probably twice your age, used to be an aviation mechanic and own a TW200. Your vids are fantastic with accurate info, thorough content and have been helpful.
These little bits may help.
Chain adjustment: Because of the slop between the hole in the snail adjuster and the axle, after adjusting both snail adjusters and before tightening the axel nut, I take a mallet and tap both ends of the axel toward the front of the bike. The axel will move forward a little and this takes out any slop between the snail adjusters and axel ends, eliminating any misalignment of the axel due to this slop. I also wrote on the swing arm, with a paint pen, the axel/nut sizes and torque spec. This way I just grab the right tools and go to work.
Changing rear sprocket: I simply used an open end wrench to hold the bolt heads while turning the nuts on the back side, both during disassembly and reassembly while torquing from the back side. This eliminated both the need to replace the lock plates and the work associated with straightening and bending the tabs on these plates. It is also important to degrease fastener threads when using lock-tight. Break cleaner works well. Any lubricant left on either the male or female threads will interfere with lock-tight's ability to hold as intended.
Keep up your awesome work and humble ways. You are an inspiration to us all :)
thanks, and that's awesome! so much appreciated 😃 that's a good idea, I usually push it snug up against the adjuster with my hands but that makes things easier, such a good idea. yeah I would have done it that way and probably could have gotten my flex head torque wrench back there, would be nice not having to buy new lock washers. thanks for all the great info, i'm sure others will find it useful. so much appreciated 🙂
That must have taken FOREVER to film and edit! Nice vid dude
haha sure did! but I think it was worth it if people get value out of it plus I won't have people asking me to make a video about it now 😂 thanks man
TDubsKid hehe yeah lots of people will be watching it for years, maybe decades. Well worth the effort!
haha very true, best to make it the best I can so I don't have any regrets, thanks
That is by far the best like how to video I have seen keep up the amazing work.! Also I have not been on a bike in 4 years your videos popped up on my feed and you have me sold I'm buying a tw200 and getting back into it!!
Really an informative video thanks so much. Especially the corny first part thanks so much, humor will get us through most anything. May God bless.
Recently bought a TW125 in Germany as the 200 series was never produced and the 125 has not been produced in Europe for many years. This video helped me a lot. What's also interesting to see is that the 200 is still being produced in the USA.
Very impressed by your thorough explanation and clear speech.
Thanks!
Great video. No unnecessary garbage that wastes too much time. Beneficial info. Well done
Much appreciated!
I don't even have a motorcycle and I watch your videos, good work.
haha that's what I did before buying one! thanks
I don't own/ride a TW200, but I enjoy watching your videos all-the-same; they are interesting, informative, and fun. You also have some serious chops when it comes to filming and editing. Thank you.
any bike is good! glad you still enjoy watching the videos. so much appreciated, it's always fun trying to improve with every video, thanks! and your welcome 😃
Thank you for all your videos! My wife just bought a 2019 TW 200 and I am learning so much on your channel! Thank you!
hey no problem, thanks for watching! that's awesome 😃🏍 glad your finding the channel useful! your welcome
Yeah, You're Either A Motorcycle Mechanic Or Should Be, Because Your How-To Video Tutorials Are Exemplary! You Have The Right Combination Of Patience, Disposition & Demeanor.
Im actually mechanic for a luxury car brand haha, thanks
No clue why but your videos make me happy and relaxed. I think it’s just your pure love of your bike. I get it. It’s a true love story! 😀
Haha
Following your wise advice, since it's been decades since I worked on motors, took the TDub to my LBS, and had both sprockets changed, as well as new bars & risers added, and a USB port hooked up. Haven't had the chance yet to get her out on the highway, but on the forest roads she's noticeably faster. On our 2 lane blacktops, even though the speed limit's 50mph, pretty much everybody goes 60+! Your vids are great, and little by little I'm getting back into working on the bike myself. Thanks for such detail and great presentation, it really helps!
some great mods for sure! yeah it's not a fast bike but not too bad on 55mph roads for a little bit. good to hear. have fun!
I also replaced the both chain and the two sprockets few days back. Three teeth were broken in the front sprocket. Had to replace the rear sprocket bolt also as threads were damaged.
Great video btw and keep it up.
Love from 🇱🇰 🇱🇰 🇱🇰
nice! oh wow, i'm was not too far off from breaking teeth completly off, dang, at least you wont' have to worry about it for a while now that it's all reaplaced. thanks! ill keep the videos coming 😃
Just purchased a 2012 TW. Your videos are wonderfully done & so detailed! Im fairly decent at wrenching on things but you make it easy to follow & cover everything so the little stuff isn't overlooked. Thank you for all the time & effort you spend doing your videos their very appreciated!
congrats on getting a TW! thanks so much. glad to hear the vids are helpful! no problem, thanks for watching!
I broke my chain back in December before you posted this... thanks to this video I can finally fix my bike and ride again!
dang, how did that happen? no problem! hope your out riding again soon
@@TDubsKid at exactly 1000 miles my factory chain broke while i was riding alone in the middle of the desert... luckily someone saw it happened and gave me a ride back to my car... now researching getting an X chain and replacing both sprockets
dang, those stock chains are quite sketchy. mine would stretch like crazy even on short rides. my x ring chain hasn't even stretched slightly yet even after about 200 miles it's a great way to go
Doing this in a few days as my daily commute involves a short section of 55mph for about 10mins and I just want that tiny bit so I'm going with that 6.4% using stock chain. Excellent explanation.
yeah should be perfect for that. good middle ground
@@TDubsKid Did the rear sprocket swap in about 2 hours and ran the commute today. Holds speed now without feeling too buzzy or any issues. This video made it super easy! Thanks!
I found no need to bend the tabs on the lock washer plates on the rear wheel sprocket or any need to replace these lock washer plates. I held on to the head of each bolt with large smooth jaw vice grips with the end of the jaws engaged with the head of the bolt. With the vice grips bing in line with the axis of the bolt being held. Using the smooth jaw end of the vice grip so as not to damage the plating on the bolt heads. Then turned the nut on the other end of the bolt on the back side of the sprocket. It was easy to remove and install the bolts this way while causing no damage to the lock washer plates and reusing the lock washer plates as they were not damaged. Awesome vid with excellent info. Thank you.
Awesome! Glad that worked out for you. Much appreciated thanks for watching
This is probably the third time I’ve watched this. Especially helpful now as I am preparing to pull the engine. You vids are so much more helpful than the black and white photos and relatively sparse detail in the in the maintenance manual. Thanks, Tdubs! Coronavirus self-quarantine is a great time to kickstart this old project. Stay healthy and God bless!
haha nice. glad to hear it was helpful, best of luck on the project! no problem, great time to something productive at home. you as well! thanks and God bless 😀👍
Just picked mine up today! I feel like Yamaha owes you a percentage of t dub sales lol. Some of these videos are borderline PBS informational documentaries!! Thanks!!
nice! congrats. haha thanks, glad you enjoy them
Thanks for all your very well done videos. They prompted me to get back into off road riding after years away from it. As a result I got a tw200 and am using your videos to add accessories. Fantastic job on your part!
hey no problem! thanks for watching 😃 so good to hear, ill keep the videos coming, ride safe and have fun 🏍😎
i discovered the tw200 this year and fell in love. now i cant stop thinking about getting into it, im new to motorcycle.
your videos are useful and fun. thanks for the uploads.
nice! it's such a fun bike that just works. hopfully you can get one this summer. no problem, glad to hear you enjoy the content!
@@TDubsKid i found a 1987 tw200 in good condition near where i live...
if i cant get a better one, ill be riding that one next summer : )
Thanks !
very nice!
So this is old, but I thought I would put in my 2 cents worth on the many sprocket change discussions.
I read the pros and cons to different set ups so I finally settled on one.
These changes are all according to each person's needs.
The hard core mainly off roader will want to be lower geared. The highway guy will be the opposite.
Me, I'm 71 and am in the middle. I do ride all kinds of terrain but won't put the little bike through things not designed for. So I need to ride road to trails and run around on black top. So I simply went 45 on the back. All it did was what I wanted. A little less vibration at 50-60 mile an hour and I'm sure a bit of a rpm drop. I hated the sound of it needing a 6th gear.
I get to go a little farther in first.
One of my long hills to come home is about 8% so I have to shift from 5th to 4th nearer the top. Big deal.
Over all, for me it's better than stock and hasn't changed where I go or use the bike. Of course I'm old lol
For sure,gotta find the balance for your particular needs, would be perfect if it had a 6th speed
Man, this video got the full on Happy Fun Ball disclaimer, lol.
haha I guess so
Thanks so much for this! I just got all my parts from Pro Cycle and am about to do this job for the first time. I will be watching your video step by step!
Nice! Best of luck, make sure not to pinch wires with the cover. Lot of people contacting me who did that
@@TDubsKid I ended up unplugging the wire bundles from the top to make it easier to route them. That worked well, but I think that was the hardest part of the job!
Well done! A perfect "how to" video that covered all the things to look out for.
Looking forward to the camping videos! ✌️
thank you! glad to hear you enjoyed it! it should be good! 🤓🎥🏍⛺
Are you guys freezing up there?
yeah haha but I have 6 motocamping videos filmed from last summer
Did you notice any difference in pulling in 1st or 2nd gear? Is it still a tractor in low gear?
from stock yes there was a big difference, but going from 14/47 to 15/50 didn't really notice much difference maybe slightly but not much, it's still a tractor in low gear though haha
This is the best filmed/narrated "how to" video I have seen. Excellent work!
+Garth Howe thank you! Glad to hear you found it useful!
Your a genius mechanic .Best how to vids on RUclips.Thanks for the effort it cannot be easy!👍from England🇬🇧
Wow, thanks! much appreciated, these type of videos do take a while to produce haha 😃
Thanx for you advice on the oil seal...agree, why replace it if it isn't leaking!
Keep up the great videos!
Fun to watch and lots of interesting tips!
No problem! Yeah mine still doesn’t leak at 17,600 miles. Thanks, will keep them coming
Great video! I have a XT225, which is a close sibling of the TW200. I learn a lot from your videos that I can apply to the XT225. This project was significantly more involved than the same work would be on the XT225.
I’m also making my first Moab, UT trip with the XT225. I’ll be there 3/17 through 3/19. Would fun if our paths crossed.
thank you! nice the XT225 is a great bike. yeah way more work than just removing a plastic cover you do on the XT225, it's cool that bike is a 6 speed too. nice haha! we will be leaving to go back on 3/17 would be cool to see ya
Currently waiting on a '22 TDubs for my first bike. Your channel helped me decide on what to get, and I fully plan on using your vids as a reference!
Very nice! Hope you got it by now. Glad to help
you're making some of the highest quality videos, especially how-to videos on RUclips, props!
thank you, so much appreciated! 😃
This video is SO helpful. Thank you for the time it took to do it. I'm working on this job now and I've watched it numerous times to make sure I don't screw anything up. The biggest problem is the panhead screws in the case not wanting to come out of my 2000 TW. I'll deal w/ that today.
Thanks again TDubsKid.
glad you found it helpful! no problem, oh yeah those can be a huge pain, the are jis screws similar but different than Phillips. you can replace them with regular hex bolts
Excellent how to video.
thank you!
desde españa jerez de la frontera provincia de cadiz te digo que vivo tus mismas sensaciones tengo una tw 125 hace mas de 20 años y sigo enamorado gracias por compartir esos momentos
Es bueno escuchar a personas de todo el mundo. Es genial que tengas un TW125. cabalga seguro mi amigo!
I don't have a TW 200, neither do I expect to purchase one, but that's ONLY because I don't do any off-road riding. I have a 2018 Kawasaki Ninja 400 ABS KRT, and a Genuine Buddy 50 scooter (45 mph, BTW).
So, why did I "like" and "sub"? Because your tutorial was very clear, very well produced, and I appreciate your effort. BTW, I doubt that your dinosaur can "whup" Godzilla, even with Godzilla's right rear leg tied to his tail.
gottcha, that's cool! it don't matter what bike you have as long as you ride it 😃 thanks so much! LOL 😂
This is a great vid and you are a very good teacher my friend! About to change the rear sprocket and chain on my wife’s new TW and this video really helped. I’m happy subscriber.
glad to hear! hope it went well, thanks for the sub!
So Confident that I "like" before even watching ..Great video.. very usefull Step by Step .Thanks for doing it ;)
haha i'm glad the video don't disappoint 😃 thanks! no problem
Thankyou for sharing this maintenance video. This probably helped someone somewhere by now. My Regards Mr. Dominic James Austin.
hey no problem! I hope so, this took me a long time to make. thanks
You the best with these T Dub videos!
Hey thanks!
Im glad to have watched this before changing mine. What a poor design to have to replace the entire cover to access the front sprocket. I guess Im goiing to have to order a gasket now
Yeah the reason is the large tire, the output shaft needs to stick out much further to accommodate. And it needs support from another bearing. At least it doesn’t need to be done too often. Way easier on other bikes though
Great video, now I am inspired to finally change my rear sprocket to 47 and get a new chain
thanks! nice, the 47 was soo worth it, I'm really liking the xring chain as well
Well got a new xring chain and sprocket, went on easy. Well except I used a pair of vise grips and small nut to press home the master link. Also checked the valves after watching your video and that was easy also, great job. 9000km and no adjustment needed, lucky eh? Thanks again.@@TDubsKid
Excellent detail TDK. When I changed my rear sprocket I did not need to bend those tabs. All I did was remove the nut and the tabs keep the bolt from turning. Thanks for doing this as I am going to do 15t on the front so this really helps.
thank you! great idea. yeah it's a great setup
@@TDubsKid 15/47 installed and its much better. Man that 14 is a tiny thing but at 2600 miles, it was still in good shape except very shiny in the valleys but the tips and sides were fine.
Dude thank you for this video. I literally just ordered my chain and sprockets a few days ago, you're saving me so much time ,money and headaches!
hey no problem! perfect timing haha
Awesome .. yamaha should pay you for such detailed videos of their product man.. and i can imagine the amount of efforts put in to compile the video n the angles to shoot with apropriate light effect .. you are awesome ..
haha thanks man, that would be cool but either way ill keep making them to the best of my ability 😃 yeah it was quite a lot of work! but well worth it if people get value out of it
@@TDubsKid hatssoff mate .. keep up the good work... cheers
thanks! much appreciated
Awesome video man. I'm a Auto tech and it's apparent you have some back ground in a field or are a well studied diy guy. Impressive attention to detail! Reminds me of how I carry out my work on cars 👍🏼
thank you! i'm an auto tech too haha yeah I do pay attention to detail. glad you do too it seems to be important. 😀
I'm super glad you got your TW just before me, you always come out with the maintenance videos before I have to do it! Great video, thanks. I'll probably be doing a new rear sprocket to lower my 55mph RPM a bit.
haha, good to hear it's been great timing, thanks! nice are you going with a 47?
Very nicely done. I don't need the knowledge but completely enjoy watching your videos.
thank you! glad to hear you still enjoy them, the next video will be motocamping 😃
GREAT VIDEO ! BACK IN THE 80s we never torqed anything we just tightend the hell outta everything lmao
haha. a lot of stuff is fine but you wouldn't want to do that with vital engine components though
@@TDubsKid INTERNALS WE ALWAYS TORQED JUST THE OUTSIDE STUFF I MEAN LOL
Thank you so much. Your efforts are appreciated by all tw owners ! You Save me so much money on labor. I have the confidence to do it on my own thanks to u .
no problem! glad to know the how to videos are useful :) that's great! you indeed save soo much when you learn to do it yourself and you know for sure it was done right
Keep going to with videos! You have saved me a lot of money and time by giving how to videos
Ill keep them going. Spending a lot of time on the van lately but I got more tw videos coming
Your such a nerd...and that makes me love watching your vids all the more. Good job and I can't wait for your camping video. 🖒
haha thanks! I take that as a compliment 🤓🎥🚲 it won't disappoint
immensely helpful video!!! excellent instruction, and great camera work catching all the small important details. thank you very much!
Glad it was helpful! your welcome
My 88 two is due this will help with sprocket choice thanks
gotcha, i'm glad this video helped
Every detail considered, exactly what I aspire to in my projects. Great job man, and thanks for the share!
yeah got to pay attention to detail, can really pay off. thanks for watching !
Wow I learned a lot!
But you know what we *really* want to see now? A 'how to wheelie your tdub' with or without a dinosaur!
so good to hear! hahaha, maybe someday, but i'm not good enough yet to teach others how to wheelie
AWSOME video Kid. I will refer to this when the time comes.
thanks! hope it will be helpful
Wow! Super informative!! This was enjoyable and VERY helpful… thanks!!
glad to hear! and glad to help
Excellent video Dubs. I love your tutorials and all your videos. That must of been a lot of editing and time consuming. Definitely appreciate all you do for the TDubs family. Please keep up the good work and thank you.
thank you! glad to hear you enjoy the content 😃 for sure it was quite a lot of work but well worth it if people get value out of it. no problem! thanks so much for watching! ill keep the videos rolling
Sharp cookie you are... I'm looking at getting on of these and my buddy too. Wanting to Ride the TAT
thanks, would be cool to ride some TW's on the TAT
O Rings are a must. Not a fan of changing sprocket sizes. I think its a marketing mod. I have to constantly clean the stock chain and of course I'm not happy with it compared to my o ring chains on other bikes. DID is the way to go. Thanks!
OMG glad my DRZ/SM 400 is easier then that wow . Front cover is just over sprocket not motor , that sucks . Great how to loved it so detailed !
yeah most bikes you remove a plastic cover then you can remove the front sprocket in like 5 minutes haha. oh well hopefully the new sprockets and chain will last till 30k miles. thanks! glad you enjoyed it 😀
Hey there, I just wanted to give you a shout out for the informational videos you out out there. I have learned a lot regarding my 2021 TW.
hey thank you! glad they have been helpful 😃
Thank you for this video, I just changed my rear sprocket on my new to me 2017 TW, and it was easy by following your instructions.
your welcome thanks for watching! glad it was helpful. ride safe 😃🏍
Wow. How do you only have 9.9k subscribers??? Perfect video!
You have my sub sir!
haha thanks man, much appreciated 😃
Great job buddy, almost camping season here, still got snow in a few high places but the last couple of days have been gorgeous so spring is on it way at last ! I can't wait to hit the road for a few days so I'm looking forward to your video.
thanks Pikey! for sure, I got a few more months till then haha, it just dumped snow last night, but motocamping is going to be great, I kind of like having a winter so riding and camping is like new all over again. nice! the next one should be pretty good
i've read that 1 tooth difference on the front is close to about 3 tooth difference on back. so 15-50 is about 14-47
pretty close for sure, that's a good way to think about it
You are awesome. Here I am again with another comment. Now it's about 2 years later when I messed with the rear sprocket size and know what size I like. And as the bike was used when I purchased it and the front sprocket and chain are definitely showing wear, I'm changing both sprockets and the chain to new. Being a retired aviation mechanic. I could do this work on my own while looking up the specs, etc. However, your vids make it so easy. I actually plan to take my lap-top to the shop and as I do the change, start and stop your vid. This will make it super easy. Thanks again.
PS, When do you plan to change your fork oil? I'll be doing this soon when I change my front tire and would like to see your vid on this. I plan to watch your vid as I change the front tire. :)
hey thanks! so glad to hear the video is coming in handy! haha, I always go to the vids to see the torque specs. no problem. I wish sooner than later but probably won't happen for a while. I got a lot going on right now. sounds good thanks for watching.
Yet another Great video!!!! Thanks for all the great tips and info, you make owning a TW so much easier!!! Keep em Coming!!!
thank you! no problem, ill keep the videos rolling out 😃
I recently got a Zongshen 200GY-2 Sierra 200cc and your videos really help me alot to work on my bike. Thanks Bruh....
nice! a guy who lives near me has one of those, they seem pretty neat. glad the videos are helpful! no problem 🙂
@@TDubsKid Really! Thats so cool. You should include it in some videos sometime. Would be nice to learn what he has done. They are really nice bikes and a lot like the TW200.
for sure! ill have to meet up with him to go riding and there will be a video about it for sure!
@@TDubsKid AWESOME.... I can't wait...
should be great!
Awesome video. Very Detailed and nice edits. Going to a 15/50 on my newly purchased TW and this was very helpful
Thanks, Glad to help! Its a good ratio
You have a sick channel man, easy to watch and listen to you. I think you need a big viral video to get the viewer count you deserve. Maybe a two week trek through some rough terrain then different small towns you visit. My favorite part about living in NorCal was the one road towns they had everywhere, connected to a bunch of offroad trails. I'm sure there aren't as many where you live but I'm sure there are some connected some how. Good luck, great vids.
+ant banks thank you! So much appreciated, yeah one day I might get a video that gets really popular, I’m cool with growing at a steady pace too. This trip going to Moab coming up will be pretty rad I think. That’s pretty cool I know we have some towns like that. Thanks again 🙂
No problem man, you deserve it. Your editing and drone footage is pretty damn good and tastefully done. I don't even own a TW but may some day. The main thing holding me back is that I'm a lanky 6'4 guy and feel like Lurch on one. Haven't sat on one with risers though, I don't necessarily hate low seats. If you were my height which bike would you choose that is close to a TW?
your so kind 😃 glad to hear you enjoy the footage and editing! gottcha, yeah that is pretty tall for a TW200 you would definitely need bar risers for sure. have you looked into the WR250? seems perfect for your height
I went to 15 /42. Too tall off road but helped a ton on the road. For a designated dirt day I stick a 14 on there.
Most people torque to ft/lbs.I like that little torque wrench you have. I hate they make the aftermarket sprockets where they cut the center thinner making you change the bolts. Sunstar sprockets are same thickness as stock if you can find one. I ordered an custom aftermarket shock .I'll let you know how it works. That chain will last a long long time. I like you don't wear the helmet all the time now. Measure from the center of your swing arm pivot to center of your axle on both sides. My rear wheel was 2 detents off at the snail to make the wheel strait. From what I hear my TW isn't unique to the issue
wow that is some tall gearing haha but that's cool it works well on the road, that's true but the torque specs are even numbers in NM since it's from japan, just seems more simple but I put the ftlbs in the description as well. it's a great little torque wrench. yeah that part is pretty annoying, seems like it would cost more to cut it out. maybe it's a clearance issue on some bikes. for sure let me know about that shock, I would like to see it. for sure it's so nice to not have to worry as much about the chain now. yeah I enjoying not wearing the helmet when off the bike, just had to get the audio figured out, hmmm is it the swing are that is misshaped or the snail adjusters, or did they stamp the numbers wrong?
@@TDubsKid I read others having alignment issues on their TW too. Don't know exactly where it's from. In the end the wheel has to run strait so I trust the tape.
Didn't mean to insult your intelligence with the ft/lb ,newton meter comment. I had not realized you were a mechanic. I should have as all your how to vids are tight
gottcha, ill have to check mine at some point to see if it's off . no worries :)
Thank you for your videos and all the hard work you put into them. Even though you are young, you have a lot to teach on this bike. Keep up the great work!
You are very welcome! glad you find the vids useful. ill keep them coming
@@TDubsKid Used your video today for bleeding the brakes...it is a bit different than a car's. Turned out great and I didn't have to beat any dinosaurs off me while doing so! I'm a member of the TW200 forum and we all love your work. You are young and probably do not realize the impact your videos are having. I personally want to send my appreciation for sharing your walk with God in one of your videos. As you mature your relationship with Him will change, as it seems to be happening with you. This world, as beautiful as it is is and shown through your videos, is not our home. Keep up the great work and strive for the best relationship possible with God, He'll never let you down.
Getsum hey glad that video was useful! Haha thats always a plus 🤣 glad to hear, for sure, God is good! Amen to that 🙏
Thank you for providing this very informative video! Fantastic maintenance information that applies to any motorcycle. Always enjoy watching your videos!
No problem, glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching
I just changed mine...15/47 I enjoy the motor being a bit smoother wot...Great Video Kid!
+MongoSaqqara RadCats nice! Glad to hear 😃
You need a nap after that video 🤣
Poor Rex 😂
haha I sure do! I feel like I was working on that for eternity 😂 LOL he can't reach anything
Great video. I am thinking about upgrade from a Honda Ruckus I have been riding for the last 11 years to something a little more off-road capable. Awesome to see the ins-outs of this bike. I like small bikes lol
thank you! oh very nice, the TW200 will be much more capable indeed. haha same here
Great video’s and info. Been following your channel for some time, just found a T Dub and going to change gearing, I’m thinking I may die grind engine cover so it will always be easy to access front sprocket. Is this idea something you thought of doing but seen there was a reason not to do. I never liked my dirt bikes to have enclosed front sprocket being they can clog up especially in mud, and clay being the worse. Thanks so much. You do the very best video’s on RUclips!
Hey thanks. Doing that is not an option because there is a bearing in there that supports the output shaft. oil also flows through there. Would have been better if they put an xt225 engine in there. Since that front sprocket just has a normal cover over it. They probably did it that way because the sprocket needed to be further away from the engine due to the fat tire.
Hey man, thank you for all your work, I've got a tw 125 and all your videos are really helping!
hey no problem! glad the videos are helpful 😀
Man id let you work on any of my vehicles, great job, and great video.
thanks man that means a lot 🙂
Dude... This must have taken forever!! I don't even have a T-Dub but I watched the whole thing, lol. I'm actually glad I did though, my sons TTR-125 has that same type of lock washer on the rear sprocket. I was wondering how you were supposed to get that off! Well done! :)
haha yeah it did take a good while, especially since I had to order parts halfway through. nice glad it was helpful 😃 thanks!
Thanks for taking the time to make these amazing videos. Makes working on my bike a breeze
Now I just need you to buy a DRZ400.
hey no problem! glad you found them helpful thanks for watching. a DRZ400 would be cool to have haha
So glad you posted this! Awesome video. Realized I need to order more parts before I start! Thank you :)
No problem! Glad it was helpful, your welcome 😀
Great how to video!! Appreciate you taking the time to film while doing these projects and editing it all. Just did this swap and your video was extremely helpful. I did however use a DID Xring chain with 124 links, but still had to remove a link for it to fit properly for some reason 🤔
Anyways keep up the good work, and looking forward to your next video!
hey thank you! no problem, glad it was helpful. better to have too many links than not enough, glad it worked out, thanks! i'm working on the next one already
I've got to give it to you, you're extremely thorough, informative and joyful. Very much appreciate the content! Could you add the Stock Chain Links (122) in your description?
thank you! ill have to add that!
I thought you were dead man! Good to see another vid! Keep it up fella!
haha yeah I was gone a while, this video took me way longer than I had intended. thanks! ill keep the videos rolling 🤓🎥🏍⛺
That’s a good video and I’m glad you don’t sit there for hours showing you removing every single screw. Lol
Essentially your gear ratio is about the same, you went from something like a 3.333 to 3.357 so it should feel pretty close.
Thanks! Yeah its hard finding the exact amount of detail to show. For sure hardly any difference
@@TDubsKid yup. That’s the difference between a successful content creator and someone who makes videos people can’t stand to watch. Lol. It’s like anything else creative, you’re creating something that people will either like or not like and that’s what will determine whether or not people watch it.
Great video. Your explaination was excellent. Very well done TDubsKid! 👍😊
thanks you! 😃
The biggest thing I've encountered that slows my tw down is tire resistance. My tires got low and the speed went down. Gas milage too. I've noticed the smoother the road surface the faster it accelerates. Being on an really smoothed down highway makes feel like it's got a turbo!
+openscholar yeah that makes sense actually with the fat tires, when the rear tire was flat I couldn’t even push it haha 🤣
Thank you I learned a lot now I need to order the seals for engine cover. I only have the chain and sprockets.
hey no problem! glad you learned something from it. Yeah no way I could have reused that gasket. I had to order some parts halfway through, that's part of the reason it took so long to get this video out haha
Lucky I waited for you video to come out too. LOL! You should mention that on your next video to replace the gaskets too.
haha nice, I replaced the side cover gasket, are you talking about the radial oil seals?
Just yesterday I was thinking where is TDubskid, good to see another great video:)
haha yeah probably the longest I have gone without uploading, this one was very involved. thanks! 😃
@@TDubsKid Thanks for reply, you are doing a great work. Hard to find videos like this, done in a mode of goodness, very clean and easy to watch. I'm sure it takes a lot of hard work.
no problem! much appreciated. yeah it's a lot of work but well worth it if people get value out of it! thanks
Good job man! I'm looking into buying one of these but waiting for this plague to pass first!
thanks! yeah best wait to buy anything. this thing is getting crazy
@@TDubsKid i can't even find a used TW200! people must hold on to them for life!
Just noticed this video and I like you. I have done this job before and figured that the dirt entering through the wiring inlet is ridiculous. It's not hard to pack the wire entry after reassembly to prevent this design flaw.
On the rear sprocket swap, I have no idea why the aftermarket decided to weaken the hub mounting surface by reducing depth.
Add to that, the bolt kits available are very substandard. Threads are poorly cut, washers are not "plate" but thin mush and the nuts are chrome plated malleable junk. The shoulder of the bolt was reduced way too much and should have more bearing surface on both hub and sprocket rather than having side forces on some threaded area. Two of the six bolts I installed stripped out the nuts at 20ft/lbs (don't question my torque wrench) in incremental graduated rotation. Very poor metallurgy. The external lockwasher plates are Yamaha and do as designed.
I think it is best to re-use the Yamaha quality hardware and more PLATE washers if you wish but I ended up making a steel flange sprocket insert to compensate for thickness and all weaknesses of aftermarket products.
Keep up your good vids.
One more - That was a Sasquatch howling in your camping video. No fears, they are curious and friendly but very smelly.
thanks, yeah that side cover setup is not the best, sure holds tons of dirt. darn, I havn't had an issue with my rear sprocket bolts yet personally. much appreciated, haha
Dude the motocamping vlogs please make some more of those my man.
they will be coming, the next 2 will be motocamping 🤓🎥🏍⛺
Bro u da man replying to me making me feel all special you are the freakin man
haha thanks! no problem, I got 6 motocamping videos total I need to edit from last summer
wow man , you know how to work on your motorbike !! good video.
thanks man!
@@TDubsKid any more videos coming up ?
welding video from when I had to repair my frame, then one on the jns headlights
@@TDubsKid thanks 😉✌
Wow that was a bit complex. Good job with the vid.
yeah mainly the front sprocket sucks to replace, thanks!
Good instructional video. Thanks! Enjoy your trip to Moab. The switchbacks on Shafer Canyon Road would give you some epic video. It looks like a real suicide route but it isn't difficult to ride it at all.
thank you! your welcome. should be fun, it's my first time going to moab. ill have to remember to check out that road, haha good to know 😃🎥🏍
@@TDubsKid If you need a spot to camp and the campsites are filling up you might check out a spot I liked. It is about 20 miles north of Moab but there are lots of potential campsites out here and you can probably find a place away from the crowd. 38.8193, -109.7717
cool thanks! I saved it to my maps in case we can't find a place to camp
I think I can't believe you were going up Floyd hill!
haha so that's what it's called