Motorcycle Glossary
Cam chain
In Turkish: Eksantrik zinciri
In short
The cam chain (timing chain) drives the camshaft from the crankshaft and keeps valve timing in sync.
A tensioner, automatic or manually adjusted, keeps the chain taut, and the chain runs on plastic-faced guides. Replacing the chain and tensioner together is recommended.
Symptoms of a problem
- A rattle from the top of the engine, especially on cold starts and at idle
- The tensioner running out of adjustment
- Power loss from retarded timing
A broken chain or one that jumps a tooth can let the valves hit the piston and cause severe engine damage.
Also known as (including Turkish names)
- Triger zinciri
- Kam zinciri
- Timing chain
- Eksantrik gergisi
Related products
Cam Chains & Tensioners
Last updated: October 9, 2026
