I just installed a new rear chain on my 425 mag 4x4 and it is too tight. could someone explain an easy or the proper way to adjust chain tension. thanks

 

What you need to do is; take a tie down strap and compress the rear end till the swing arm and the frame are in line with each other then tighten the chain to 1/4 inch slop on the top,then tighten the bolts down and your done.(NOTE: the chain WILL look really loose that's normal)

 

Loosen the two bolts on axle. Insert a punch or phillips screwdriver through the sprocket hub from the side and into the axle housing. Roll the atv back slightly to loosen the chain. Forward to tighten. Remember to compress the shock and leave 1/4 inch slack when at tightest point. Tighten the bolts.
Brent

 

I agree with Steve (xpoltech).

WillieB

P.S. Steve: I fixed the front 4wd hub engaging problem. I had two bearings swapped in the wrong place. Thks for your help.

 

thanks for the input, i took it to the dealer and the rear adjustment was "frozen" up. he had to take a pipe wrench and a cheater bar to free it up and the chain was o k, also he did not charge me anything either, it only took 5 minutes but it was raining and he stopped what he was doing to help me.(suzuki,polaris,atric cat of anderson, sc ).even though i offered to pay he declined.

 

It is nice to hear of good dealers. The Dealer here in Elko Nevada is Wright Motors, and the Fellow running it, Dave Tilger, is exellent to deal with. He has helped me on mant occations. Later, Dave