Broken chain cover stud

[eyeguy]

So I removed the chain cover to repair a broken stud. One of the larger ones. I noticed a piece of metal lodged between the case wall and the chain guard. Unfortunately it is a tooth off one of the gears. Not first gear as you can see that gear. It's the only one I found. Will it be okay to leave alone for now, or will it give trouble?

Thanks
Eyeguy

[Norrie Bodge]

Get it stripped m8
Replace all the damaged parts or it maybe you damaged if u keep riding it !!!

[CHRIS in MARGATE]

Out ! Another broken tooth could easily lodge between the gear clutter and lock the gearbox up. Not a pleasant experience at any speed.

[Tractorman]

You also want to examine all the gears and cluster for signs of damage.

[HxPaul]

It needs stripping and checking.Check every moving part in the gearbox,especially the teeth on the loose gears,the teeth on the cluster,all the rollers on the chain and front and rear sprockets and all the bearings.

[Knowledge]

I think this thread needs a more accurate title.

[eyeguy]

Thanks for the replies. Looks like I have a job to do. Changed the post title
Thanks
Eyeguy

[eyeguy]

Took it all apart. 3rd gear lost a tooth. All other gears,bearings look good. Ordered new gear. Glad I did it. Now no worries.

Thanks
Eyeguy

[HxPaul]

Glad you found the problem,when its rebuilt you will be able to ride without worrying about anything in the gearbox.