30-07-13, 12:42 AM
Highly unlikely the chain is gone yet, could be a valve clearances out of specification. It is due a valve check at 26,000miles (42,000Km), why not check it now and put you mind at ease and it is easy to check the condition of the chain then also. It is a relatively easy job to do.
A properly joined split chain is just as strong as a complete chain. When the rivit is peened over the side plate cannot come off. I know some will always go the complete chain route, but it is a personal choice. The pull is straight accross the rivit and as it cannot bend to allow the plate to slip off. I have only heard of one split chain break ever and that was becasue the "mechanic" damaged the rivit using a small cold chisel to peen the rivit and put a crack in it which weakened it. I have never actually heard of a Fazer 600 tensioners fail and does not usually need replacing. However there are always exceptions and when it is off it is very easy to dismantle it and check it. They may stick on bikes which are not used to often or from neglected oil changes
A properly joined split chain is just as strong as a complete chain. When the rivit is peened over the side plate cannot come off. I know some will always go the complete chain route, but it is a personal choice. The pull is straight accross the rivit and as it cannot bend to allow the plate to slip off. I have only heard of one split chain break ever and that was becasue the "mechanic" damaged the rivit using a small cold chisel to peen the rivit and put a crack in it which weakened it. I have never actually heard of a Fazer 600 tensioners fail and does not usually need replacing. However there are always exceptions and when it is off it is very easy to dismantle it and check it. They may stick on bikes which are not used to often or from neglected oil changes