Constant chain falling off :(

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Constant chain falling off :(
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flag pussyfycj
Posted: Apr 3, 2008 at 11:46 Quote
Recently fitted gears...running a single at the front and 9sped at the rear

every time i seem to jump even the smallest mound the chain comes off....

what do i do to sort this out?

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flag DMerritt
Posted: Apr 3, 2008 at 11:50 Quote
stop pedaling so much....its called downhill, duh! lol
flag crazygeorge
Posted: Apr 3, 2008 at 11:52 Quote
a tooth/ teeth are worn somewhere in your drive train.
something needs to be replaced or your chain is too long.
there is a correct way to find the chain length you need but i cant remember where.
have a browse or see what is warn
flag pussyfycj
Posted: Apr 3, 2008 at 11:59 Quote
im thinking a too long chain

the hussefelt cranks are a few weeks old the rear cogs are new today lol

so i doubt that they are worn...bt yer im thinking too long chain

would like a tensioner or guide help?
flag tremblay
Posted: Apr 3, 2008 at 12:03 Quote
Go to your LBS and have your chain length checked and have them take a look at your drive train for any possible problems.

It's kinda hard for us to diagnose from here.
flag stryke
Posted: Apr 3, 2008 at 12:04 Quote
you dont have a chain guide on a geared setup? get one ASAP!
flag downhilldro
Posted: Apr 3, 2008 at 12:04 Quote
im guessing you dont have a chain guide?
flag dkidd
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Posted: Apr 3, 2008 at 12:04 Quote
KK... you MUST have a chainguide or front derailleur if you have a single ring up front and multiple in the back. You can use an inner bash plate, too.

That is why it's falling off, has nothing (or little) to do with chain length (unless it's ridiculous, but there's gonna be a lot of slack in your high gear anyway), or chain wear.
flag pussyfycj
Posted: Apr 3, 2008 at 12:05 Quote
lol....any recommendations or what one...
flag downhilldro
Posted: Apr 3, 2008 at 12:05 Quote
if you do have one it shouldnt come off at all, and if soo get a new one
flag stryke
Posted: Apr 3, 2008 at 12:06 Quote
e.thirteen/mrp/gamut
flag ndberry
Posted: Apr 3, 2008 at 12:07 Quote
Very well could be a front derailer problem. Take a look to see if it bent.
flag pussyfycj
Posted: Apr 3, 2008 at 12:07 Quote
ok kool e thirteen sound pretty good! from what i have heard !
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