Chain Tensioner Chain tensioner problems

when the chain stay is a bit too thin to hold the tensioner, I saw off an inch or so of old handlebar, split it and use it as shims under tensioner - also, be sure to set tension at chains tightest point (roll bike thru a full turn of chain to be sure it doesn't have a point at which it is too tight)
 
He came and picked the bike up today and fixed it for me. The hole where the middle bolt went through the frame was waddled out. He did something similar to what you suggested.

It looks like he cut a threaded pipe to make shims and put the middle bolt through it and the frame.

I test rode it a short distance and the chain rattling noise was gone. He also fixed the spring and pin in the clutch handle as they popped out.

I'm thankful for awesome forums and members who take the time to reply.
Motorized bikes are new to me and even though i wanted one for forever it took me a few years to go for it. I can post a picture either later today or tomorrow.

Now if this was a Android phone i could do whatever in a heartbeat. As i own a website where i fix, root, install custom OS on android devices worldwide. Only on the weekends now though as i have a full time job as well. I would post a link to my website for anyone interested but am unsure of the rules on that.

Thank you so much

James
 
I have the chain issue fixed, now a new issue. I was riding it today and about 5-6 times it was bogging out while riding.

It would run fine then all of a sudden the bike bogged out....
I was able to restart it after a few tries though.

I checked the carburetor and it was slightly turned and a little loose. I tightened the screw that holds it on but haven't rode it since. Any ideas?

I have rode about 15 miles or less.

Thank you
 
I found the issue. I thought the way i had the fuel shut off switch was set to on.....
It wasn't, i pulled the fuel line and turned the lever.. one position it would dribble a few drops. The second position it would shut off the fuel. The third position the fuel flowed..

I wondered why i didn't see fuel in the filter.... Face palm lol.
 
you have some crap in that petcock - should be two on positions unless it is the kind that has a reserve feature (fastens with a large outside nut if it has reserve - just screws into tank if not)
 
Don't some of the peacocks have three settings: off, on, and gas saving. That drip drip might be a gas saving settings or slow enough to limp your way home in case you forgot to gas her up before your trip. Hell beats pedaling home against that engine resistance.
 
you have some crap in that petcock - should be two on positions unless it is the kind that has a reserve feature (fastens with a large outside nut if it has reserve - just screws into tank if not)
I took a quick ride to the store just a few minutes ago. I tried to take a picture but my phone battery was too low.

It has a threaded pipe coming out of the tank then a large nut that connects to the petcock. Then fuel line & a filter.
I assume from what you said it does have a reserve.

Thank you
James

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Don't some of the peacocks have three settings: off, on, and gas saving. That drip drip might be a gas saving settings or slow enough to limp your way home in case you forgot to gas her up before your trip. Hell beats pedaling home against that engine resistance.
The drip i seen was the setting i was using for the whole week I've owned my bike.
It worked for the duration. I wouldn't have paid it no mind had it not had issues earlier. It ran fine for about 7 miles then the last mile home it had issues staying started.

You're right though, pedaling it is a challenge. When my chain kept falling off it was a nightmare to try and roll it while holding the back tire off the ground.
 
The drip i seen was the setting i was using for the whole week I've owned my bike.
It worked for the duration. I wouldn't have paid it no mind had it not had issues earlier. It ran fine for about 7 miles then the last mile home it had issues staying started.

You're right though, pedaling it is a challenge. When my chain kept falling off it was a nightmare to try and roll it while holding the back tire off the ground.

Yeah after thinking about it a bit more. I am sure your peacock isn't the one with three settings... LOL! Glad you figured out the issue
 
yes, that is the one with the reserve - should have markings on it that look like a glass that is full and another that is half-full

as I recall tho lever handle in up position is on reserve
 
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