As Oni has already said, the the tensioner block should be about 2cm off the swing arm. Have you changed now to a smaller rear sprocket and shortened the chain?
Hope you're having fun!
Cheers,
Wayne.
Evening Wayne.
Loving the bike, iv put a 42 tooth on the rear and taken 2 links out of the chain. Hope to get it down to Bumpy some time this week to see how it feels
The chain should not rub the bolt on the tensioner much although sometimes it will catch it ocassionaly.
The correct tension on the chain is obtained when the gap between the top outer surface of the plastic tensioner block and the underside of the rear swing arm is approx. 2cm or you can slide your finger into the gap between the two..........if you pull the tensioner down away from the swing arm having used that measurement then you will see that there is quite a lot of slack in the chain.to allow for the movement of the swingingarm.
As it stands at the moment the plastic of the tensioner is actually touching the underside of the swing arm. Or it was when on the stand. Will check tomorrow with wheels on the ground.
Putting my bike back together and unsure how much slack to have in the chain. Any easy way to get it right?
Also in the picture is the tensioner bolt, i took the picture before taking it all apart. That's when I noticed that the chain rubs the bolt. Should there be a gap?
9/48 is too low,bottom gear will be useless,I don't think you'll put the 48 back on again.You can grind away the top of the pin that you want to remove and push the link out
Ye I bought the bike with that set up so decided to change it, iv kept the 9 on the front to see how much of a difference the 42 rear makes
44t is the usual fitment on the 200 if you did not know....not trying to tell you your stuff; its just there are a lot of people that have zero knowledge of bikes asking questions.
I think you will find it a lot better without the 48t sprocket.
Ha no problem. I am one of those people who know nothing about bikes?
Sprocket now on, managed to get 2 links out of chain and all back together. Not 100% sure how to get proper tension on chain ( how much slack required) but it will be coming apart again tomorrow as I need some grease for rear axel bolt........ I have some in the garage somewhere but I'm quite sure I will only find it when i get some more.
The bike is a gas gas 200 2006. It has 9 tooth on the front. I am keeping the front and pcutting a 42 on the rear. With it sat in place it looks like 2 links need to come out. Hopefully with a gentle dremmel and then punch pin through.
I used two straps both about 10 metres long. I hooked on to the rear front loop, wrapped it round the rear tyre though the top hoop several times leaving enough to go though the ratchet which was on the rear hook. The Front went from the rear loop. twice around the fork leg though the wheel twice around the outer fork leg and though the ratchet and gently tightened up. The Ratchet goes on the same loop on the crossbar as the strap.I used some Pipe insulation on the rear Upright to stop the wheel paint being rubbed away. Even if it was cut the rear would need them to stand and unravel it before making off. The Bike went as far as Surrey from Leeds and back using this method. It allows the bike to move gently but not dismount.
Ha that's a point I need to add ratchet straps to the never ending shopping list
Towbar, rack, ratchet straps, number plate board, ground anchor, another lock and chain ( have a decent one at present but not sure it's long enough for both bikes) bike stand......... oh and boots, trousers, jacket. Gulp !
Thank you for all the replies in relation to tow bars, I have now got car booked in for one fitting next week.
One area of concern though is securing the bike to rack, ok it will be strapped down so it won't move/fall off. But what about little scrotes at filling stations etc walking past with a knife and cutting straps and nicking the bike?
Do you also lock/chain them on or am I being paranoid?
Rev 3 270 will be very lively for a beginner. It wont pull your arms out! but while it will seem ok practising it will often be too much in typical club sections - you should be riding the bike - not the bike riding you. Rev 3 200 is the best, in my opinion, but any recent 125 will be a great bike. New riders always want bigger bikes, as I did, but I have eventually learn that smaller is better for developing skill level.
Cheers fasdr, that's my only concern. Although at this stage I have no plans in entering trials it's more just learning the basics skills and enjoying being out and and having fun. So may be a smaller bike will be better ?????????
Hi Richard, I am in a similar position to you (52, 6 foot, kids all grown up!) I read and re-read all the forum advice when looking for a bike in my price range and in the end (perhaps going against the general flow of opinion) went for a 2007 rev 3 270 because it was nearby so I could check it over, very well kept with good records of bills etc, and in my price range and the guy who owned it had also started out on it a couple of years before.
I have re-fitted the flywheel weight and changed the front sprocket to a 10. It also has a slow throttle. I am still very much a beginner and slowly gaining confidence but I have found the bike to be calm and reassuring - obviously it could launch me off if I was reckless (you know what a powerful engine feels like, it seems) but so far all the falling off has been due to my lack of balance or mis judging the line or not having the confidence to trust the bike. I haven't had my "arms pulled out of their sockets" yet! My only concern is that perhaps I am learning bad habits as it seems to pull up hills in any gear and perhaps I should be learning to be more selective and develop more clutch skills.
I am sure you will get lots of responses to your question, but sometimes you have to go with your feelings and maybe if you wait for the perfect bike you will wait forever when you could be out there on it (or off it!).
Good luck, Mark
Afternoon Mark.
Thank you for the reply, I have my car booked in for a tow ball fitting next week so if all goes well I will get the bike soon after that, hope to have it before the weather turns so I can play for a while and learning how not to fall off
Daft as it sounds even looking forward to balance practice over winter months in the garage. Beats watching crap TV
I'm looking at getting my first trials bike, and having a good look around the forum, there appears to be a lot of conflicting info in relation to a first bike.
I'm looking at a decent 2008 Beta rev3 270. And seriously thinking of getting it.
A bit of background. I'm 47 years old 6 foot tall and 15 stone, had my bike licence 20 years and had a few bikes early on then kids came along so bikes went
Last few years bikes are back and now have a BMW F800gs, I also use bikes during work CRF250's.
Do you think the 270 will be a bit of a hand full to learn with?
Evening telecat, I messaged Dave Cooper and he stated I need a 2 bolt flange towbar with 7 pin electrics. Looking at the Witter towbars for my car they are around £450 (gulp)
I have had a quote of £309 from indespension, fully fitted for a 2 bolt flange with electrics .
Not gonna jump in yet as I am still looking for a first bike
On another note if and when I get a bike i may see you down at Bumpy, it's 5 mins down the road from my house. Perfect
I use a Dave Cooper on a V60 which has a similar profile. No you can't open the hatch when it's on. You can loosen it and pull it away and get it open but it will not be secure.
Good morning, iv had a good search around the site and still can't find the answer. I'm looking at getting my first trials bike and need to sort a method of transport
What I'm after is if I get a rack for the back of my Volvo V40 (63plate) and have the bike secured will the boot still open? And how close to the rear of the car will it be?
If anyone has pictures of the above set up it would be appreciated
Good morning, I joined the site a few years ago and though it was about time I introduced myself.
As a 47 year old I am looking at getting my first trials bike, my main concern is transporting it around, I currently have a Volvo V40 1.6. and thinking of having a tow bar fitted and getting a rack.
Would the car be ok or do I need something a bit bigger? Also with a rear rack would I need a separate light board for rear lights and VRM?
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Evening Wayne.
Loving the bike, iv put a 42 tooth on the rear and taken 2 links out of the chain. Hope to get it down to Bumpy some time this week to see how it feels