Chain tightening?

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Moe

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Sep 19, 2009
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Hey Joe...I just put together a mountain bike and I'm having trouble with the chain. First test ride I went about 50 yards and the chain suddenly got very tight. I adjusted the tensioner. Second test ride ...same thing happened. I thought it would, if anything, get lose not tight. I adjust the slack roll a little and it tightens up.. It don't figure! In fact the third time it came off! What am I doing wrong. Thanks for any suggestions:-||
 

Bikeguy Joe

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Maybe you have the sprocket off center...that will make the chain tighten when you roll it, or the chances of it being tighter when you check it. Roll the bike and check it in several places. Let us know what you find.
 
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