12-05-14, 04:13 PM
Like Dazza says, the front sprocket tab washer is meant to be bent like that so that's not an issue. I have never seen a front sprocket with the holes in like yours and its definitely not a Yamaha part.
In order to try and solve the problem, the first thing I would do is totally degrease and clean inside the sprocket cover and around the front sprocket area so you have a bit better chance of seeing if anything has been rubbing or has sheared. If everything looks ok I would then order the upgraded front sprocket nut kit and a new front sprocket from Yamaha. You will then need to remove your front sprocket by bending the tab washer flat so that you can remove the nut holding the sprocket in place. Show them the nearest bin and fit the new parts which will be a reversal of the removal process. Ideally you should fit a complete chain and sprocket kit as it can generally be false economy to do it any other way. The only reason I say this is your front sprocket looks pretty worn and I'm guessing the chain may have a few tight spots.
If the noises your bike is making are being caused by a worn chain and sprocket set (which sounds likely) you will be surprised how smooth it is if new parts are fitted and adjusted correctly.
In order to try and solve the problem, the first thing I would do is totally degrease and clean inside the sprocket cover and around the front sprocket area so you have a bit better chance of seeing if anything has been rubbing or has sheared. If everything looks ok I would then order the upgraded front sprocket nut kit and a new front sprocket from Yamaha. You will then need to remove your front sprocket by bending the tab washer flat so that you can remove the nut holding the sprocket in place. Show them the nearest bin and fit the new parts which will be a reversal of the removal process. Ideally you should fit a complete chain and sprocket kit as it can generally be false economy to do it any other way. The only reason I say this is your front sprocket looks pretty worn and I'm guessing the chain may have a few tight spots.
If the noises your bike is making are being caused by a worn chain and sprocket set (which sounds likely) you will be surprised how smooth it is if new parts are fitted and adjusted correctly.
Yamaha Fazer 'the only bike you'll ever need' maybe ???