How To Connect an ATV Drive Chain
The drive chain is one of the most important mechanical components of your ATV. The drive chain is primarily responsible for transferring power from the ATV's engine to its rear wheels, thus allowing the ATV to drive. It is not a difficult task to connect a new drive chain on your ATV.
- Prepare the ATV for engine work. Ensure that the ATV is parked in a clear, level area. This will prevent the ATV from rolling or moving unexpectedly. Turn the engine off and allow the ATV motor to cool down, if necessary.
- Obtain the necessary supplies. You do not need many supplies to attach a new drive chain. You will need a chain link tool as well as your new drive chain. Have these within reach before you get started.
- Open a link in the drive chain. To do this, you will need to first open the chain link tool. Place it over a link in the drive chain (any link is fine) and turn the handle clockwise. This will force the tool through the chain link connection and remove the link pin. Remove the chain link tool and then pull the chain apart.
- Place the new chain in position. First, you will place the chain around the drive chain sprocket on the transmission. Then, using both hands, guide both ends of the chain toward the sprocket on the rear axle. Place the chain around the rear axle sprocket.
- Reconnect the chain. Once again, you will need the chain link tool. Place the tool over one end of the drive chain. Connect both ends of the chain and line up the holes. Push on the tool with enough pressure to force the pin through the chain link and reconnect it.