loki (First-Timer)

Tue Oct 06, 2026 8:47 am

has my timing chain guide fallen down?

Hello, judging by the photos, the cam chain guide has indeed shifted from its proper location or slipped off its mount in the crankcase, and it's clear that the lower part of the blade is not where it's supposed to be, which disrupts the correct tension and trajectory of the chain. You absolutely must not ride the motorcycle in this condition, as it could lead to a jumped chain or serious engine damage. Before reassembling the clutch, you need to remove the valve cover, check the upper mounting condition, and return the guide strictly to its seating position.

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• has my timing chain guide fallen down? — cjolson140, Wed Sep 16, 2026 5:53 pm

  • has my timing chain guide fallen down? — loki, Tue Oct 06, 2026 8:47 am