 Chain Adjuster Problems
A few months ago I fitted a used aluminium swinging arm from an ST4S to my ST4, complete with its chain adjusters and other bits, I did buy a new spindle and chain adjuster plates. I had probably done a 1000 miles when I changed the front sprocket. I went out for a ride today for the first time and after about 40 miles my mate stopped me to say there was something wrong with the LHS chain adjuster. Basically it had worked loose, and the end plate had rotated and has rubbed on the rear sproket and bent the adjusting M8 bolt. Luckily this occured outside B & Q in Christchurch, Dorset and they had a suitable bolt, we effected a temporary repair.
What I need to know is how the hell it happened, why did it work loose, how can I prevent it occuring again and is there a better alternative to the Ducati chain adjusters.
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