Getting to know my bike..

[trumpetdude]

Hey peeps, everyone had their fun of the nice weather? ...

So I've had a wee look at the pinned chain page. Interesting stuff. Is there any way to see which chain is on my bike? I know it doesn't really matter if it's worn as it will need replaced anyway but I was just curious as to if I could find out if it X or O sealed or make..

Also heard some for's and against Scot Oilers, I'm all for just, *ahem* doing it by hand but been looking into an S.O. and wondering what yer thoughts are...?

[neversaydie]

Hey peeps, everyone had their fun of the nice weather? ...

So I've had a wee look at the pinned chain page. Interesting stuff. Is there any way to see which chain is on my bike? I know it doesn't really matter if it's worn as it will need replaced anyway but I was just curious as to if I could find out if it X or O sealed or make..

Also heard some for's and against Scot Oilers, I'm all for just, *ahem* doing it by hand but been looking into an S.O. and wondering what yer thoughts are...?

Not familiar with the bike, but if you're looking to fit a new chain ask suppliers to tell you what types are available for that bike. Personally, even a plain non fancy dan type chain

if cleaned and lubed up regulary and properly, and correclty tensioned, should last thousands and thousands of miles.

[drewpy]

I've looked at the chain link too and just go for heavy duty standard chain and keep it oiled.

for £22 I'm not going to bother with anythiing else!

[martin young]

The OE chain on your XJ6N will be o-ring. Yamaha tend to fit DID - make will be stamped on the link plates.

Scottoiler is a great piece of kit. Fit, set, forget. Never have to clean, lube or adjust that chain again.

[clarke]

Scottoiler is a great piece of kit. Fit, set, forget. Never have to clean, lube or adjust that chain again.

Provided you remember to fill it up I've got a Scottoiler and it is great, but I also 'paint' their oil onto the chain after I've washed the bike for extra protection...