Thanks for showing us how to tension the chain on the t7. The instructions in the manual are not as clear as my previous bikes. And having a chain guide installed made me even more unsure. Using your method gives me peace of mind. Thank you
Good tip about the chain and the adjusters. One of the first things I do on a new bike is pull the bottom shock mount and do a chain adjustment with the 3 points aligned, then measure the slack at a specific point (usually half way between the frame and rear axle (I mark it). Then you can't out guess yourself on the adjustment!
so do this procedure for each sized sprocket I may use (14,15 and 16) and note the slack needed with each sprocket with bike on the ground ready to go. Great idea!
i dont mean to be so off topic but does anybody know a method to get back into an Instagram account..? I stupidly forgot the password. I would love any assistance you can give me.
thats the best advise ever about adjusting chain tension, and very few people do it right, I do this on every bike, then once I've got the tension set I note the chain slack with the bike stood on it's wheels just leaning against the wall, so I've gat a reference for quick adjustments next time .
Black colored units just arrived and are shipping in Canada. Dealer says my White/Red one is arriving mid-June. Strangely, accessories are available to buy now!
Yamaha: (Machines a line and dot on parts for easy alignment) Corey: "Well that's weird, I'm going to put a mark there so we know how things go back together."
if the chain is tightest when the counter shaft, swing arm pivot and axel are in a straight line you don't need extra slack with more suspension travel. it will be looser at full extension not tighter
You don't need to pull shift linkage or case protector and the rubber ring on oem sprocket is for noise reduction.. It can all be done quick and easy all you do is have to loosen the rear wheel in the chain and it will come out of there I've already done my t7 put a 17 t on my counter
If the down 1in the front doesn't cover it, I'll start going up in the back. I went for the first ride with the 14T yesterday. A nice byproduct of the change is that I'm not speeding as much on the highway. The bike sits in a sweet spot at about 110-115km/h.
@@CamelADV camel i was thinking of reaching the bike 220 max speed so i can easily go 150 in the highway 1 less T front and one 1 more T at the will i reach it?
No stock of T7s due in Australia for months to come - but it is good to know what I'll be doing and how to best do it even before I get the bike. This was a great video for me as I intend to have both 14 and 16 countershaft sprockets under my seat when touring to change as the need arises. Thank you! I'm guessing the speedometer reading would be close to spot on when running a 16 tooth
I've never seen chain tension done like that before, I usually just use my eye and then run it a little bit looser. I might try your way and see how it goes :)
Unless one is changing the sprockets to a non factory origina size, there is no sense to do all that work. Just follow the factory instructions and that is it. He did it that way because he changed the front sprocket from a 15T to a 14T sprocket. Factory specs won't work then.
excellent video. thanks for explanation . and i must admit, by you showing me you arm and finger moving :D, i really thought: what a good way to make people understand the HOW and sometimes eually important: the WHY ! :-) Ride ...ehm.... as you wish, fast, safe, dirty,... and always return back home in one piece :-) Marius
Hi, great video, packs loads of useful information in. I have a question regarding the chain adjustment. The procedure starting at the 13:50, to adjust the tension at the "aligned point". You seem to go for what "feels right" at that point. Would the "right" translate to the 30-40mm slack? or it seems that if everything is in straight line we want just a little bit of slack at that point?
Would it be too much to drop down two teeth on the front? I don’t wanna compromise too much low end juice but I’d also like to cruise at 90 mph with a steering stabilizer of course
I LOVE Steg Pegz on the ADV bike... especially on Japanese bikes. The horizontal distance from the bars to the footpegs is often shorter than the Euro bikes, especially KTM. I find it harder to get a good standing/crouching base on the Japanese stuff, the "triangle" is too tall to be stable (YMMV). I end up hanging on much tighter than I want to. I strain my forearms, shoulders, and back far more than when I'm riding European bikes. The Steg Pegz solve that for me. FYI, the ones on my bike are NOT actual Steg Pegz. I fabbed something in the garage (using an extra pair of Stegz puck I had) as the actual brand's product for this bike isn't out yet. Once they have their product available, I'll swap these DIY ones out.
@@CamelADV I'll be aware of it. I mounted Pivot Pegz on my T7 which are bit wider than standard ones. I had them on my Xt1200z but I could fit them on the t7 using spacers. It's just about 1cm spacer, but works perfectly for me.
Nice vid! Thx! What’s the lifter you are using for getting your T7 up from the ground? Want to avoid a center stand on mine but cannot find a good compact lifer. Yours seems exactly what I’m looking for😅
Great video!. The explanation of the swing arm and tension was excellent. Still waiting for info on when we will see that beauty here in 🇺🇸. You may have said in a previous video but what skid plate are you using? Thanks
it cracks me up the manual says dont use jack like that..but to use a jack like that. I use the same 1... no issues lol. BTW where is the high mount exhaust already!?
I've seen those sold for this bike and have be wondering the same thing....... I've never had one on a bike before, but have never had a bike with this big of a chain also.....
525. Some might say the 525 is overkill as it is common to find this spec on litre+ bikes, but might not be if you ride 2-up a lot, or carry a lot of gear. I never carry passengers and tend to pack minimally even for longer trips, so I'm considering a 520 conversion (rated to 800cc + 100HP =/-) The lighter weight helps unburden the engine a bit.
Thanks for showing us how to tension the chain on the t7. The instructions in the manual are not as clear as my previous bikes. And having a chain guide installed made me even more unsure. Using your method gives me peace of mind. Thank you
4:21 haha that noise was so relatable. We've all been there.
I just want to know when the U.S. is going to finally get this beauty!! Love your videos
August check in at dealership they still have to order them 2021 model :/ dealer is going to call me when they order this month so I can take one
Good tip about the chain and the adjusters. One of the first things I do on a new bike is pull the bottom shock mount and do a chain adjustment with the 3 points aligned, then measure the slack at a specific point (usually half way between the frame and rear axle (I mark it). Then you can't out guess yourself on the adjustment!
so do this procedure for each sized sprocket I may use (14,15 and 16) and note the slack needed with each sprocket with bike on the ground ready to go. Great idea!
Thanks! I’m going the other way with a 16 tooth to try and bring the RPMs down on the highway but this really helped!!
Seis Amigos I am going the same way
It works well Jack. Thanks for watching!
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I stupidly forgot the password. I would love any assistance you can give me.
@Colin Harper instablaster :)
Your vlogs have some of the best contents, Quite Informative too! Thanks, Keep it up👍
Good information, the tall first gear was the first thing I noticed that I wanted to change.
thats the best advise ever about adjusting chain tension, and very few people do it right, I do this on every bike, then once I've got the tension set I note the chain slack with the bike stood on it's wheels just leaning against the wall, so I've gat a reference for quick adjustments next time .
素晴らしい解説です。チェーンの張りが最も高くなる位置に適切に調整する最適な方法。
Nice video. Still waiting here in the USA... come on Yamaha!
Black colored units just arrived and are shipping in Canada. Dealer says my White/Red one is arriving mid-June.
Strangely, accessories are available to buy now!
All the colors are in Canada now. One of my local dealers were assembling their pre-order bikes yesterday.
Excellent. I learnt a few things!
Yamaha: (Machines a line and dot on parts for easy alignment)
Corey: "Well that's weird, I'm going to put a mark there so we know how things go back together."
if the chain is tightest when the counter shaft, swing arm pivot and axel are in a straight line you don't need extra slack with more suspension travel. it will be looser at full extension not tighter
Excellent! Thanks!
We're waiting for you to make one Corey
Which sprocket did you use? The 14T sprockets I find are for 530 chains.
You don't need to pull shift linkage or case protector and the rubber ring on oem sprocket is for noise reduction.. It can all be done quick and easy all you do is have to loosen the rear wheel in the chain and it will come out of there I've already done my t7 put a 17 t on my counter
Good tip!
I went up to 48 on rear made world of difference 👍
If the down 1in the front doesn't cover it, I'll start going up in the back. I went for the first ride with the 14T yesterday. A nice byproduct of the change is that I'm not speeding as much on the highway. The bike sits in a sweet spot at about 110-115km/h.
Camel ADV Please made some movie from offroading with 14t on the front.
How did it effect top end?@wacky wick
@@CamelADV camel i was thinking of reaching the bike 220 max speed so i can easily go 150 in the highway 1 less T front and one 1 more T at the will i reach it?
Great video. Cheers
No stock of T7s due in Australia for months to come - but it is good to know what I'll be doing and how to best do it even before I get the bike. This was a great video for me as I intend to have both 14 and 16 countershaft sprockets under my seat when touring to change as the need arises. Thank you!
I'm guessing the speedometer reading would be close to spot on when running a 16 tooth
Thank you.
I've never seen chain tension done like that before, I usually just use my eye and then run it a little bit looser. I might try your way and see how it goes :)
Unless one is changing the sprockets to a non factory origina size, there is no sense to do all that work. Just follow the factory instructions and that is it. He did it that way because he changed the front sprocket from a 15T to a 14T sprocket. Factory specs won't work then.
excellent video. thanks for explanation .
and i must admit, by you showing me you arm and finger moving :D, i really thought: what a good way to make people understand the HOW and sometimes eually important: the WHY ! :-)
Ride ...ehm.... as you wish, fast, safe, dirty,... and always return back home in one piece :-)
Marius
Hi, great video, packs loads of useful information in.
I have a question regarding the chain adjustment. The procedure starting at the 13:50, to adjust the tension at the "aligned point". You seem to go for what "feels right" at that point. Would the "right" translate to the 30-40mm slack? or it seems that if everything is in straight line we want just a little bit of slack at that point?
When everything is aligned, I run just a bit of slack there, not taught though, you still need some movement.
@@CamelADV OK, perfect. That how it looked in the video, cool, got it right ;)
It’s able to be done without removing the shift linkage.
Would it be too much to drop down two teeth on the front? I don’t wanna compromise too much low end juice but I’d also like to cruise at 90 mph with a steering stabilizer of course
Whats the opinion about Pegz Speg with heavy bike? I've seen it on Enduro bikes, not 200kgs. Thanks!!!
I LOVE Steg Pegz on the ADV bike... especially on Japanese bikes. The horizontal distance from the bars to the footpegs is often shorter than the Euro bikes, especially KTM. I find it harder to get a good standing/crouching base on the Japanese stuff, the "triangle" is too tall to be stable (YMMV). I end up hanging on much tighter than I want to. I strain my forearms, shoulders, and back far more than when I'm riding European bikes. The Steg Pegz solve that for me. FYI, the ones on my bike are NOT actual Steg Pegz. I fabbed something in the garage (using an extra pair of Stegz puck I had) as the actual brand's product for this bike isn't out yet. Once they have their product available, I'll swap these DIY ones out.
@@CamelADV I'll be aware of it. I mounted Pivot Pegz on my T7 which are bit wider than standard ones. I had them on my Xt1200z but I could fit them on the t7 using spacers. It's just about 1cm spacer, but works perfectly for me.
Nice vid! Thx! What’s the lifter you are using for getting your T7 up from the ground? Want to avoid a center stand on mine but cannot find a good compact lifer. Yours seems exactly what I’m looking for😅
Did you get any clearance issues with the 14T sprocket please? Does it rub on the swingarm?
Not that I've noticed.
Great video!. The explanation of the swing arm and tension was excellent. Still waiting for info on when we will see that beauty here in 🇺🇸. You may have said in a previous video but what skid plate are you using? Thanks
It's our own skid plate, the T7 Gut Guard. You can check it out here: camel-adv.com/collections/yamaha/products/yamaha-700-tenere-skid-plate
Do you unbend the flanges on the sprocket nut before wrenching it out with the impact wrench?
Yeah, try to pry them down with a flat blade or chisel.
it cracks me up the manual says dont use jack like that..but to use a jack like that. I use the same 1... no issues lol. BTW where is the high mount exhaust already!?
Any clearance issues with the smaller sprocket? On some bikes, downsizing the front sprocket causes the chain to rub on the swingarm
Also curious on this! @camel
Just loss in 9mph.But improvement is great
If to increase speed on highway what size of socket would u suggest? Many thanks in advance
16/42
Can you show how you mounted etc your exhaust?
We might be building a kit for it as it requires a few custom parts. It's a new link pipe and exhaust hanger.
@@CamelADV ok great...….you cut and rewelded the hanger I assume.....
@@simonlanc1 I did on my bike but have something else planned for a production kit.
Call me paranoid, but I would be afraid to ride that without a chain guide. Have you heard of chain derailment being an issue on the T7?
I've seen those sold for this bike and have be wondering the same thing....... I've never had one on a bike before, but have never had a bike with this big of a chain also.....
Will that raise your RPMs on the High end
I don't spend much time on the highway so it's not an issue on this particular T7.
Are those stegz a prototype?
The chain on the T 7 is it a 520 or 525 pitch.?
525. Some might say the 525 is overkill as it is common to find this spec on litre+ bikes, but might not be if you ride 2-up a lot, or carry a lot of gear. I never carry passengers and tend to pack minimally even for longer trips, so I'm considering a 520 conversion (rated to 800cc + 100HP =/-) The lighter weight helps unburden the engine a bit.
any chance someone can paste a like to the 14T sprocket?
The Amazon store we got them from is no longer active. I don't know where you'd find one now.