Chain and sprocket conversion/replacement
Channel: Comrod Motorsport
Date: 14/02/2024

A complete, in depth how to guide on replacing a motorcycle chain and sprockets

Learn what the different sizes mean, how to work out gear ratios, lubrication tips and how to rivet correctly

Who is Comrod Motorsport:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNjRvbHKO7xnegxJtAL6mSw?sub_confirmation=1 

Check out my other "How to" videos:

How to service, modify & rebuild upside down forks 
https://youtu.be/v7PovvjVYb0

How to replace a motorcycle wheel bearing
https://youtu.be/V1PELTedBPY

How to balance carburettors
https://youtu.be/J6oYno_LWFY

Fuel tank clean and seal
https://youtu.be/QaO_tTFLPvo

How to setup a kart
https://youtu.be/TIBSgrpgIGU

How to remove a rounded brake caliper pin
https://youtu.be/PtkZXtShuU4

For chain riveting tools check out:
https://www.zoro.co.uk/shop/automotive/automotive-specialised-tools/motorcycle-chain-breaker-and-riveter/p/ZT1232542P?utm_source=google&utm_campaign=pla%2B%7C%2BAutomotive&utm_term=ZT1232542P&utm_medium=pla_css_2&targetid=pla-1598816545863&loc_physical_ms=9045104&dev=c&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA5rGuBhCnARIsAN11vgRlUsdruC1b5xPrEKtiMGOi0mtKxU_jh47kkKpHcgYjvZj2AjA5QsAaAit2EALw_wcB

For information and to purchase DID chains check out:
https://www.didchain.com/pages/street-chains

For more information and to purchase Renthal sprockets check out:
https://www.renthal.com/moto/chainwheels

Intro 0:00
00:30 Front sprocket removal 
03:10 Chain removal
05:15 Chain sizes
08:20 O ring vs X ring
08:40 Kit components
09:25 Gearing changes
10:45 Gear ratio theory
12:00 Rear sprocket fitment
14:00 Wafer thin
15:15 Rear wheel fitment
15:40 Front sprocket fitment
16:20 Chain fitment
17:00 Rivet link fitment
21:45 Rivet flaring
24:10 Chain adjustment
25:05 Front sprocket torquing 
26:03 Chain lubrication tips
26:40 Refitting components
27:05 Conclusion