Hi Fellas,

Finally back from indonesia again so looking forward to meeting you all at the next catch up.

I need some assistance understanding and fixing a problem with my chain.

I have a 2009 Suzuki DL650 V-Strom. Great bike love it to bits. Recently after sitting for about 6 weeks while i was away ive noticed a clunking noise when riding slow.

At first i thought it was the clutch or the gears. However, i now know its my chain.

It seems to "bounce" and i think its slack and need to be tightened. but im not sure if thats causing the bounce.

i uploaded a video to youtube here.

https://youtube.com/shorts/ECELaJ71jvQ

https://youtube.com/shorts/ag39zoLMyvI?feature=share

https://youtube.com/shorts/BfFvDRheV_Y

Can anyone give me an idea on 2 thing?

1. Is the issue the chain itself or does it just need to tighten it.

2. I have watched an online video of the chain tighening but im not very confident.

Im relatively new to manual bikes. rode scooters for 6 years or so. im a confident rider but maintaence is a new thing. if anyone has some time to show me how to do some of the general maintence i would be really greatful.