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Old Jun 26, 2005 | 01:07 PM
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Kess, you don't have to pull the whole cover to adjust the chain. Only the inspection plate which will allow you to adjust the chain.
Thanks Joe - I got it cleared up and obviously you are correct - I also agree that things do seem to feel better over time - I had a bit of some sputtering going on the first 200 and that worked itself out and now after 800 it just seems to be geting better and better - will drop it off for my 1K later today and let you know how I make out when I get it back - The M6 should help things along also -

Heather sorry if I seemed to trying to run over your post - I just wanted to make sure we get what we pay for on the 1K check!
 
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Old Jun 27, 2005 | 03:10 AM
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check the tension on the primary chain. A loose chain will cause jerking at low speed. Too tight chain will ruin sprockets and will damage bearings.
 
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