Problem with chain?

[RED]

I have noticed on hard acceleration my chain is either slipping or my sprocket is jumping a notch it seems. It is a sort of jolt when it does it. I just noticed this last night. Has anyone had this problem? If it's time for a new chain is there a particular brand or type I should replace it with? How long does it take to change out?

I ask because my surgery date is Tuesday 27th and I'd like to ride the Sunday ride this week. Last ride for me for at least 6-8 weeks. Heck, in fact I may not even be able to type! Stop cheering and laughing those who are.

[caffeinejunkee]

How much play in your chain?

[RED]

There seems to be some cross-pollination between this and the 'Say Anything' thread  

To answer you question CJ, I  haven't looked at the chain to see if there was any play. I just parked it last night and thought I'd address the problem this afternoon. I'll let you know.

[bryant8]

Any idea how many miles are on the chain/sprocket set?

Any teeth on the sprockets missing?  chain have seized links?

check the front/rear sprocket alignment.

not sure if your bike has a retaining bar on the front sprocket, but it may have loosened and is letting the sprocket walk on the counter-shaft.

Of course check your chain tension. 

[bryant8]

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 If it's time for a new chain is there a particular brand or type I should replace it with? How long does it take to change out?
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Check out Chris Kelley at ca-cycleworks.com for info on chains/sprocket set ups.  It's a simple swap if you have a chain cutter/press. 

[♣ McKraut ♣]

DID is pretty much the gold standard...but i've heard good things about EK, too.  chris kelly sells everything you'll need, including the RK chain tool (great quality).

[RED]

Bryant, I was thinking that the loosening part may have played a big part here because I'm sure I ride the bike much harder than the guy before who owned it. I downshift coming into corners at high revs sometimes which in turn will lock up the rear wheel to a degree. I thought that if the chain hadn't been tightened or is getting stretched it may have caused this problem. Just the same I'll have a look at all the things you mentioned and hopefully have some feedback tonight.

Then again it may be about time to follow RonR's    lead and get into a new 1198s! hmmm...

[RED]

ok, the chain is definately loose. there seems to be more play than the 32-34mm. also the rear sproket looks like the teeth are kinda flat. i will need to see one up close to compare.

[bryant8]

Front sprocket?

[fastwin]

Flat looking teeth are not good. How many miles does the ST have on it? Could be time for new stuff all around.

[♣ McKraut ♣]

yeah...if you're going to change anything, just change it all

http://www.ca-cycleworks.com/shop/catalog/ducati/chain.html

[hiero]

adjust your chain properly and see what happens from there

[RED]

yeah...if you're going to change anything, just change it all

http://www.ca-cycleworks.com/sThat's just what I needed to know.hop/catalog/ducati/chain.html

Well, that's the deal there. looks like eveything for around 3-350$w/sprocket cover. thanks mucho man.

[RED]

The bike has over 20k on it so it's time for the new mods. Bike has always been maintenanced at EuroSport Cycle which I have records and to my knowledge the chain has never been changed. This will give me something to do while away from riding this spring. Thanks all.

[Duc L'Smart]

The problem is, of course, you need a new chain & 2 new sprockets...

Glad to be of service