Chain keeps falling off.

[Razorthirty]

Sorry im sure its out there but i couldent find the thread related to this issue, I just finished putting together my new skyhawk 66cc, and i took it for a quick run down the driveway to try to start it and the chain flew off the drive sprocket, i put it back on a little tighter and it popped off again lasted almost as long.. halp

 

[Xiodinc]

Is your chain tensioner straight? Hows the chain alignment? Is your sprocket evenly torqued on every bolt to allow for a true alignment?

 

[CTripps]

The chain tensioner should sort that out for you. Is your chain too long? You may need to take an inch or three out of it.

 

[2door]

Try here.



Chain install - Google Search

Chain - Google Search

Chain alignment - Google Search

When using the Google Search, type in a keyword, like "chain" and you'll find plenty to read on the subject.
Tom

 

[Razorthirty]

Right-o, ill check all that out and give it a shot and let everyone know how it goes. only on installation 1 of 2 after all

 

[happycheapskate]

What kind of chain are you using? The factory chain is poop. If you can fit it, use a 415 BMX dirt jumping chain, if not, get a quality BMX chain or industrial garage door chain. I'm using KmC z-chains, and they work ok, but barely fit on the rear cog.

 

[Razorthirty]

I'm trying to use the stock one right now.. financing is a little tight >.>

 

[Razorthirty]

Fixxed! she purrs like a kitten, just had to flip around the sprocket so it was facing inward.. took forever but it worked. just in case anyone was wondering, 44t not enough for hawai'i hills/

 

[happycheapskate]

What's your head worth? Get a new chain before it stretches (wears quickly). Good luck. Ride it a bunch and it will pull harder after break-in, esp if you are using the thicker mix for break in. If you gear your bicycle right, you can pedal it up any hill normally, and combined with the low-end assistance, the 44t should be plenty or too low, then when on the flats it will be fun.