slow-mo chain throw

[Turbo Ghost]

Originally Posted by Amber Lamps

Man, we have had this discussion....


I know that it happens but I really can't wrap my mind around it. Every time someone loses a chain they,

A. ALWAYS claim that the chain and sprockets were perfectly maintained and that the chain was correctly adjusted.

B. ALWAYS claim that the chain was correctly installed using a rivet link and the proper tools.

C. ALWAYS claim that the chain wasn't showing ANY signs of wear, kinks nor was worn/stretched out.

Hey! I never said any of that! The rear sprocket is the original which still looks fine and the front is under 10K. I'm not sure how many miles were on the chain but, it was rusted and I think it was a master-link style that was on the bike when I got it which the replacement chain is also a master-link.
As for maintenance, I learned years ago from factory work that lube in dusty environments turns the lube into grinding compound! I just clean it with wd-40 every now and then with a plastic brush. It's a KLR650 so, it's not that rough on chains like my turbo was!