Monster 796 Chain

Started by Anchorism, November 07, 2012, 01:31:00 AM

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Anchorism

I am thinking about changing out my chain as it is always in need of adjustment.  Ive had it adjusted 3 times and im worried that it has excessive wear.  What should i look for when shopping for a new one?  I was looking something like this one but the price concerns me.  I thought they were usually more expensive than this! 

http://www.amazon.com/2009-2011-Ducati-Streetfighter-O-Ring-Chain/dp/B006U6CV7I/ref=sr_1_36?ie=UTF8&qid=1352280028&sr=8-36&keywords=Ducati+chain
"Life's tough.  Its even tougher if your stupid!"

-2011 Ducati Monster 796
       Custom Woodcraft tank cover, Danmoto Conicals, Tall boy clip ons, Rizoma grips and mirrors, Oberon bar end signals, Comp werkz tail tuck, Integrated turn signal LED tail light, Rollei HD camera mount, 2 12 volt outlets, Can Headlight, custom lowered guage, heat wrapped exhaust, S4R Wheels, 10500 miles.
-2009 Ducati Monster 696 Custom Mirrors, Renthal Bars, 6100 Miles
-1985 Moto Guzzi V65TT
   Knobby tires

Raux

#1
just wait til next spring when things go on sale.

a chain breaking can toast your motor (crack the case) better to not go cheap.

Anchorism

I went ahead and adjusted it over lunch.... at least it feels better for the time being.
"Life's tough.  Its even tougher if your stupid!"

-2011 Ducati Monster 796
       Custom Woodcraft tank cover, Danmoto Conicals, Tall boy clip ons, Rizoma grips and mirrors, Oberon bar end signals, Comp werkz tail tuck, Integrated turn signal LED tail light, Rollei HD camera mount, 2 12 volt outlets, Can Headlight, custom lowered guage, heat wrapped exhaust, S4R Wheels, 10500 miles.
-2009 Ducati Monster 696 Custom Mirrors, Renthal Bars, 6100 Miles
-1985 Moto Guzzi V65TT
   Knobby tires

Howie

That chain is 2 links too short, no? 

Stormtrooper

Quote from: Anchorism on November 07, 2012, 01:31:00 AM
I am thinking about changing out my chain as it is always in need of adjustment.  Ive had it adjusted 3 times and im worried that it has excessive wear.  What should i look for when shopping for a new one?  I was looking something like this one but the price concerns me.  I thought they were usually more expensive than this! 

http://www.amazon.com/2009-2011-Ducati-Streetfighter-O-Ring-Chain/dp/B006U6CV7I/ref=sr_1_36?ie=UTF8&qid=1352280028&sr=8-36&keywords=Ducati+chain

Seems a little premature to be concerned about a worn out chain on a 2011 unless you have loads of miles, or lots of hard track miles right? 

Anchorism

Well I do have 8200 miles on her already.  I know that's not that much to be doing a chain replacement but every time I had it adjusted it was back to slop within weeks.  So that being said my wife actually got me a nice new red chain from California cycles and it made a big difference plus looks real spiffy!
"Life's tough.  Its even tougher if your stupid!"

-2011 Ducati Monster 796
       Custom Woodcraft tank cover, Danmoto Conicals, Tall boy clip ons, Rizoma grips and mirrors, Oberon bar end signals, Comp werkz tail tuck, Integrated turn signal LED tail light, Rollei HD camera mount, 2 12 volt outlets, Can Headlight, custom lowered guage, heat wrapped exhaust, S4R Wheels, 10500 miles.
-2009 Ducati Monster 696 Custom Mirrors, Renthal Bars, 6100 Miles
-1985 Moto Guzzi V65TT
   Knobby tires