[ducati619]

Hi all, I let my girlfriend ride my bike and when she was riding it I noticed a buzzing noise coming from the bike.. I pull the bike into the garage and put it up on the stand. I start it up and put it in first gear.. the buzzing noise was coming from the chain.. I think it may be a little loose (cause of the flapping up and down).. but then again whats normal??

How do you know if your chain is loose? (How much slack is normal)?

 

[alaska cajun]

Mesured from a solid point,you should have between 1 1/4" to 1 3/8" of slack in your chain.

And you'll always hear a slight buzz.

One more thing,break out your owners manual and read it.

 

[ducati619]

Thanks alaska cajun

 

[RACER X]

how often do you clean and lube it? the chain that is.......

 

[nig]

Check your owner's manual for the proper amount of slack. "Flapping" is definitely a bad sign though. Make sure not to screw up the alignment while you adjust the chain (adjust it the same amount on both sides).