How to change a chain on a 2006 600 katana - 2006 Suzuki GSX 600 F (Katana)

GSX 600F Katana 1989-1991
GSX 600F Katana 1989-1991
OEM Gear Ratio - 14T Front Sprocket / 46T Rear Sprocket OEM Chain - 530 Pitch / 112 Links

I don,t think the chain could cause this , try lubing the chain with oil and taking it for a ride see if that makes a difference , when was your fuel filter last changed or your air filter cleaned or changed.

I had the same noise it was the timing chain tensioner.

Hi there,if you go to You Tube and search for "suzuki katana chain tightening" there are some short videos as to what to do.

When the chain adjustement is to the end or the chain doesn not run smoothly with the wheel off the ground (tight and loose as it turns) then the chain is worn out

Chain size should be a 530 link. Going smaller on the rear gives more speed, but less power!!! Going bigger on the front gives more speed also.
Keep in mind that one tooth bigger on the front sprocket is equal to 3.5 teeth smaller on the rear.

you said it all, most bikes have a master link, if not you need a chain breaker, which you can also use if the new chain you purchase is to long. lift bike on center stand, loosen axle nut, then loosen chain adjustment screw nuts on both sides and turn them so the wheel/axle moves all the way forward. connect the old chain to the new chain and pull it through (while gearbox is in neutral). adjust the chain adjust screws on the axle the same amount indicated by the markers on swing arm until chain has a deflection of half inch up and down in the middle at the tightest spot, try turning the wheel a few cycles to find it. then lock axle nut then tensioner lock nuts.

cam chain tensioner also can make noise check it

why 5w-30 ? are you in alaska? 10w-40 is required

with out tearing motor apart use an oil additive like lucas

15tooth front 47tooth rear chain is530

sounds like you have to remove the carbs and give them a good cleaning.