OldTLSDoug
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I ordered a new chain and sprockets. I was removing Mr. Rear Wheel to replace the tire. A remarkably simple task on the FZ1. And, since it is me, there is always a catch. So, when I too off the chain, I noticed I was missing some sprocket teeth. Probably not good. Anyway, it has a 520 conversion, with an aluminum rear and it seems to be past it's use by date. So, no harm done, I found it before it did anything bad. If I had lubed the chain I might have seen it as well. With all the rain, I haven't been doing much bike stuff. Anyway for your viewing pleasure, here are some pics. While you view them think to yourself, does that sprocket really need to be changed?
Yep, there should be more teeth there I am afraid...
I have chipped, scraped and dissolved about 1.5 pounds of goo. I would say I am 2/3 of the way through it. There is no way to leave the shifter rod assembled and get to this point. Whew!
Happily mounting the new tire went very well and I even installed a trick little aluminum valve stem.
I got some more parts to play with today. I am going to go back to stock signals and tail lights for her, and an electronic flasher. Seems to be more visible that way. I am loving the bike, but like always, old bikes need love, this one is getting it.
Yep, there should be more teeth there I am afraid...
I have chipped, scraped and dissolved about 1.5 pounds of goo. I would say I am 2/3 of the way through it. There is no way to leave the shifter rod assembled and get to this point. Whew!
Happily mounting the new tire went very well and I even installed a trick little aluminum valve stem.
I got some more parts to play with today. I am going to go back to stock signals and tail lights for her, and an electronic flasher. Seems to be more visible that way. I am loving the bike, but like always, old bikes need love, this one is getting it.