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Post  londonchris Tue Sep 28 2010, 21:05

has anyone replaced their chain & sprockets them self?
how much do we think the spanner shop would charge and can anyone recommend one
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Post  yello Sat Oct 30 2010, 19:02

I did it myself around 4 years ago. Surprisingly simple as it turned out. I did invest in a decent chain tool though, and I had to buy a big socket as I hadn't one that size in my set, but that - other than chain and sprockets obviously! - was the only spend.

Can't help you with prices as I can't remember but just to say that I think it's a job well within the scope of a capable beginner.
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Post  Radar Sat Oct 30 2010, 23:14

You might need a special tool to connect the links of the chain. When I did the one on my FZ600 and CB250RS I borrowed one.

I had the C&S on the Thundercat done at a dealers as they were doing an offer of free fitting at the time I think
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Post  Guest Wed Nov 03 2010, 16:00

My Mechy is charging £30 to do it.
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Post  londonchris Wed Nov 03 2010, 22:00

that seems an absolute bargain!!!
trouble is I live in north London
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Post  londonchris Fri Nov 05 2010, 20:32

chain & sprocket supply & fit yamaha dealer £240.11!!!!
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Post  Panzerbuilder Fri Nov 05 2010, 23:38

Chris,

I guess that your not impressed!

Mind you neither would I be at that price. Especially since, after a quick look on ebay, you can get a genuine "Yamaha" set for £159.

Only £90 for fitting. wall

Its the training you know! Shocked
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Post  Guest Sat Nov 06 2010, 03:40

I've just bought a D.I.D Xring chain and sprokets £68 , Yamaha OEM isn't always as good as sfter market supplies.
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Post  londonchris Sat Nov 06 2010, 22:12

so are you going to fit them yourself espaceman3?
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Post  Guest Sun Nov 07 2010, 10:18

No ,I'm not that confident in doing it properly . I'm ok with stripping down brake calipers , changing spark plugs, oil changes and filters . Maybe one day I'll give it a go !
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