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durable chain - 4/5/2007 11:55:25 PM
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LlanoSV
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What's a good chain company? and sprokets?
I'm replacing the chian and sprokets and just want to know what are some good companies to buy from. thanks.
I'm keeping it stock gearing also 530
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RE: durable chain - 4/6/2007 12:53:10 AM
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KidCr3nshaw
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RK! Why not?
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RE: durable chain - 4/6/2007 1:08:05 AM
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LlanoSV
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what are the benefits for changing it to 520? I like the stock gearing so far, and am just not ready to change it...yet.
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RE: durable chain - 4/6/2007 1:25:56 AM
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kwong2001
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what are the benefits for changing it to 520? I like the stock gearing so far, and am just not ready to change it...yet.
Less rotating mass at the expense of wearing out faster.
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RE: durable chain - 4/6/2007 1:38:56 AM
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abadfish
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DID. There is no other chain.
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RE: durable chain - 4/6/2007 8:18:49 AM
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KidCr3nshaw
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DONE. It's better.
Someone wanna post up the meaning behind the numbers again? I forgot it exactly. I know the first number is supposed to be the length between rollers - so a number beginning in "5" is 5/8" of an inch... right?
I forget what the last two numbers represent but I'm sure I remember them being used together.
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RE: durable chain - 4/6/2007 9:25:55 AM
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+2 RK chain, i have been running mine for 9 months now and i really like it, also comes with a 20,000 miles warranty
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RE: durable chain - 4/6/2007 9:48:23 AM
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jbreit
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I've run them all...I can't afford my favorite, Regina...it was the only brand of chain I ever had that didn't get tight links before I worn through the chrome on the rollers. DID is my next favorite. I have a VM x-ring on one of my bikes now, and very pleased.
If you are on a budget, and just commute, Parts Unlimited chains will suffice. EK has some midrange stuff too.
JT, Sprocket Specialists, Parts Unlimited have a line of steel sprocket that are economical too.
You could go with a 525 chain as the F3 had (or was it with the F4 they went to 525?)....they are now very common and cheaper than a 530 in general. My two streetable 600's have a 525's on them, as do most new 600's.
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RE: durable chain - 4/6/2007 2:55:45 PM
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kwong2001
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DONE. It's better.
Someone wanna post up the meaning behind the numbers again? I forgot it exactly. I know the first number is supposed to be the length between rollers - so a number beginning in "5" is 5/8" of an inch... right?
I forget what the last two numbers represent but I'm sure I remember them being used together.
Last two are the width of the chain, so you could run a 530 chain on a 520 sprocket, but can't run a 520 chain on a 530 sprocket.
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RE: durable chain - 4/6/2007 3:54:08 PM
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pointman
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d.i.d chain afam sprocks .
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RE: durable chain - 4/6/2007 4:47:51 PM
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Wow, what a hot topic. You would never have thought that so many people would have an opinion on a chain. Oh well, for what it's worth here are my thoughts. I think that most of the "O" ring chains out there will work just fine. Companies like DID, EK, RK and the like will have a chain that I'm sure will work in probably 95% of applications. I like my chains to last. I'm using EK on my bikes with great results. I've currently got about 9K miles on my EK 530MVXZ chain. I also use AFAM steel sprockets. I would recommend that you match the chain size to the sprockets. If you're going with a narrower sprocket, like the 525 (starting in '97 the CBR 600's came with a 525), then use a 525 chain. If you put a 530 chain on a 525 sprocket, then you end up with extra lateral movement of the chain, which could lead to a shorter life. IMO the average rider isn't going to notice the difference between steel sprockets and alloy sprockets. The alloy sprockets will however not last as long as steel. The photos attached are of my chain which is showing no sign's of wear after 9K miles, and I haven't had to adjust it yet. I lubricate it religeously every 600 miles and clean it every 8K miles.
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RE: durable chain - 4/6/2007 4:58:33 PM
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abadfish
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The photos attached are of my chain which is showing no sign's of wear after 9K miles, and I haven't had to adjust it yet.
You must not be very hard on the throttle 
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I lubricate it religeously every 600 miles and clean it every 8K miles.
You should clean every time before you lube. Otherwise, you'll just be lubing the dirt on the chain. The lube won't get to where it needs to be and it'll just fling off.
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RE: durable chain - 4/6/2007 6:50:14 PM
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LlanoSV
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thanks for the help.
I've decided to get the new sprokets, and a new chain so I won't have any problem with sizes. I really don't think that the sproket needs to be replaced but since I just got the bike and it needs a new chain might as well get a new sproket.
a couple quick questions:
1) Are there any places to get a good combo for a good price? not looking to spend TOO much, if you know what i mean.
2) If I don't buy them is a "set" how do I tell the thickness of the sprokets to prevent lateral movement? (ex. if i buy a 530 chain, and a 525 sproket)
3) How much of a difference is a 525 and a 530? price? durability? etc?
Thanks again for all the help.
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RE: durable chain - 4/6/2007 7:48:02 PM
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KidCr3nshaw
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I've seen some eBay RK O-Ring sets go for about $150-$200. That's a new chain and sprockets.
In any case, if you buy them seperate, they will both be sold as 520, 525, 530, etc. I think you're thicker chains and sprockets are going to be a bit more expensive, but I don't think it's a whole lot, maybe $30. I would also think, as long as you're buying quality parts, the thicker stuff should be more durable too.
As for what I really wanted to comment on, DUDE - 9K miles and NO ADJUSTMENTS!?!?! I adjust my chain, or at least check it's slack weekly. I have a Parts Unlimited chain and sprockets set, it's not top of the line, but it's not junk either. I actually adjust it at least once every two weeks...
Soooo... either you're a pussy-footer, a fibber, or you're stuff is made of titanium links and diamond rollers! I'm guessing something isn't completely accurate here... 
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