Chain Slider failures

[Fod]

Hey Guys!
Fog and I both have broken chain sliders (Bottom portion that protects the bottom of the swingarm). I didnt notice it till Fog told me to check mine. Can you guys check yours too see if it was just a fluke that we broke ours and its not a common occurrence. I dont want to replace it if its just going to break again right away.

 

[Fog 25]

Here’s mine.

 

[Mark911]

Yep, mine broke the same way. Noticed it several weeks ago. Strange failure, maybe the chain hits it when the suspension is fully compressed. If I were to guess I'd say the part was installed with residual tension and it's just a matter of time. I've also broken the rear chain guide as well. However, an aftermarket KTM part fixed that.

 

[snydes]

Is this part unique to the Alta or is it the same as KTM?

 

[Philip]

Is this part unique to the Alta or is it the same as KTM?

That's what I was wondering too. The OEM one is like a ridiculous $40+ a piece, and as we just established, they do not last. Bad design or bad material.

My MX has a broken chain slider too.

 

[snydes]

Having that long unsupported area in the middle is asking for trouble. This is what the aftermarket and guys like @MotoMinded are here for.

 

[snydes]

Looking at pictures of KTMs it would appear this is an Alta only piece. The KTMs have some bracing in the area of the large gap which is what we need here on our Altas.

 

[MotoMinded]

Agree, all the mouting points are different than KTM.
I will put this on our design list.

Looking at pictures of KTMs it would appear this is an Alta only piece. The KTMs have some bracing in the area of the large gap which is what we need here on our Altas.

 

[Fog 25]

It’s a Alta piece only the chain block is KTM. I already talk to Kevin at Alta about it. I think the fix might be a small piece of rubber between the slider and swing arm.

 

[Fod]

Here are the two spots mine broke.

 

[Fog 25]

I’ll have to check the front of mine tomorrow. Did you get one order?

 

[snydes]

Hmmm, seeing how yours broke up front like that as well I’m going to say they need to look at using a better suited material. That’s a bummer.

Here are the two spots mine broke.
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[Fod]

No I haven't ordered one because I am not sure of is worth the money to break again. I will try to see if warranty covers it. I am not sure how to proceed honestly.

 

[snydes]

Well we have at least four broken sliders just of the guys that have looked. Definitely needs Altas attention.

 

[Ultratoad]

Should be covered under warranty.... That is not wear.... It is clearly a design/material flaw....

 

[Fod]

Should be covered under warranty.... That is not wear.... It is clearly a design/material flaw....

Yeah your right...I hit up Kevin at Alta. I'll see what comes about.

 

[Philip]

Yeah your right...I hit up Kevin at Alta. I'll see what comes about.

Tell Kevin you will need about 30 pieces to start. We will put together a list for him.

 

[Alta_mxr]

Mines good 22hrs but no mx tracks yet all off road single track. Speed averages 16-20mph lots of natural whoops, rocks and logs. No doubles or triples.

 

[Happy Neighbors]

My chain slider still in one piece (paused knock on wood) 2017 mx 831 miles 57.6 hrs, mostly on back yard track, no huge air but have cased it enough times on doubles to have a partial black sub frame and fender

 

[Fod]

Kevin asked me for vin number....might have a batch issue?!?!?!