How do I tighten the chain? Help.

[4wheeldude]

Hey, When I ride my 400 the chain starts slipping (its really loose anyway). How do I tighten it? Am I supposed to take some links out? Im a newbie, sorry.

[sprtrx300ex]

To adjust the chain, you need to loosen the 4 allen holes that are located on the axle housing. After that is done, get a screw driver and stick it in one of the slots next to the rear sprocket. It is tightened by pulling backwards, and loosened by going forward. tighten up the allen holes and go ride!

[Sportrax10]

ur service manual will show u how to do it

[4wheeldude]

I dont have my service manual. Thanks sprt300ex!

[Castor-426ex]

and please....dont use the screwdriver all the time...get a spanner wrench

[Crazy4bluEx]

Originally posted by Castor-400ex
and please....dont use the screwdriver all the time...get a spanner wrench

Yes try to do everything with the appropriate tool for the job, it will make your machine last 10x longer an look alot nicer in the long run, but out on the trail a screw driver will do just fine, imo..

*K*

[racin 400]

I always have half inche of play on my chains better response and wheel power.

[Sportrax 400EX]

Can anyone tell me where I can buy a spanner wrench?
Web link/part number?

Thanks
D.

[SGA]

Originally posted by 400EX Mac Daddy
I always have half inche of play on my chains better response and wheel power.
Ouch! Push down on the quad and see if the chain too tight. I always adjust mine to 1-3/8 inch play like it says in the book.