DL650-chain off in Joplin, MO

Discussion in 'Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States' started by ianbh, Sep 1, 2014.

  1. ianbh

    ianbh Been here awhile

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    Broken chain on my 2013 DD650 north of Joplin yesterday (Sunday).
    Nice start to a 4-week trip!
    AAA got me to the Drury Inn.
    Nothing open today because of the holiday.
    Need a recommendation for a repair shop here tomorrow.
    TIA Ian, IA
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  2. pilot

    pilot ...

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    I'll move this to Central so you will have a chance at a response.
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  3. panhead_dan

    panhead_dan This aint jo daddy's Grundle.

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    According to the googles, you will be needing 118 links of 525 high speed chain. This is if you have stock gearing.
    After the holiday, seek out moto shops, bearing supply shops or even farm implement places. In the mean time, enjoy the Drury Inn. There is always a chance of finding yourself drinking with someone who works at or knows someone who works at one of these joints. If you do, maybe you can get on the road sooner.

    Why does this stuff always happen on a holiday weekend?
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  4. dfc

    dfc nonattractive

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  5. jonsom

    jonsom Been here awhile

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    How many miles do you have on that new bike? Good luck getting everything in order so you can continue the trip.
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  6. mpenner

    mpenner Heavy Cruiser

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    El Dorado Cycle just north of you took really care of me when I was passing through and needed a chain


    Sent from my cave using smoke signals
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  7. McB

    McB Long timer

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  8. studad

    studad Been here awhile

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    Did you get this sorted?
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