Speaking of chains...

TYEster · 07-26-2009, 11:04 PM

A few questions, I think I already know the answers to but insist on asking them anyway.

Is it ok to use a 520 chain on a literbike? Last I remember 530 was the acceptable strength/weight for bigger HP motors.

Do they make chains that don't require lube anymore, or is that more for sprocket longevity?

BobTheBiker · 07-26-2009, 11:56 PM

nope, theres no such thing as maintenance free chains in the real world. it'd be nice, but I dont think theres such a thing.

for a 1000, I wouldnt go with a 520. I feel its TOO small for that size bike. 530 is great though.

Homeslice · 07-27-2009, 01:29 AM

I have a 520 on my 929. All the top manufacturers make 2-3 different "grades" of 520's, the most expensive ones are rated for more torque/tensile strength. So as long as you get that one you're fine.

BobTheBiker · 07-27-2009, 01:40 AM

Personally, despite knowing this, I just dont feel confident using that small a chain.

Gas Man · 07-27-2009, 09:31 AM

There is no such thing to "no maintance" on any final drive. Not chain, belt, or shaft. BUt they are in order from most to least amount of maintance.

I would have no problems running the 520 on a liter. I ran one on my 9R. Just get a good X-ring chain (DiD) and good sprockets. Then get an alignment tool and properly align the sprockets.

07-26-2009, 11:04 PM	#1
TYEster With MORE TYEstosterone Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: TX Moto: '12 KX450F / 08 YZ250F #512 / 07 KX65 #1 Posts: 1,429	Speaking of chains... A few questions, I think I already know the answers to but insist on asking them anyway. Is it ok to use a 520 chain on a literbike? Last I remember 530 was the acceptable strength/weight for bigger HP motors. Do they make chains that don't require lube anymore, or is that more for sprocket longevity?

07-27-2009, 09:31 AM	#5
Gas Man Trip's Assistant Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Imported from Detroit Moto: 2009 HD Street Classic Posts: 12,149	There is no such thing to "no maintance" on any final drive. Not chain, belt, or shaft. BUt they are in order from most to least amount of maintance. I would have no problems running the 520 on a liter. I ran one on my 9R. Just get a good X-ring chain (DiD) and good sprockets. Then get an alignment tool and properly align the sprockets. __________________ -Chris "Why pay somebody else to fuck up your bike?" Run Amsoil Product

07-26-2009, 11:56 PM	#2
BobTheBiker too much time on my hands Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: the northern district of god damn Moto: 01 ZX6R, looking for more now. Posts: 1,802	nope, theres no such thing as maintenance free chains in the real world. it'd be nice, but I dont think theres such a thing. for a 1000, I wouldnt go with a 520. I feel its TOO small for that size bike. 530 is great though.

07-27-2009, 01:29 AM	#3
Homeslice Elitist Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: SF Bay Area Moto: Gix 750 Posts: 11,351	I have a 520 on my 929. All the top manufacturers make 2-3 different "grades" of 520's, the most expensive ones are rated for more torque/tensile strength. So as long as you get that one you're fine.

07-27-2009, 01:40 AM	#4
BobTheBiker too much time on my hands Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: the northern district of god damn Moto: 01 ZX6R, looking for more now. Posts: 1,802	Personally, despite knowing this, I just dont feel confident using that small a chain.