What Type of Chain to Buy?

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crb

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• Dec 22, 2001

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I have a 01 yz 250 and will mostly be riding trails but some motocross. I'm having trouble deciding whate type of chain to get. I here 'O' ring will rob horsepower but are very durable. I see D.I.D has 'X' ring, what the that about? Is there a durable yet light chain available?

 

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Jay-R

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• Dec 22, 2001

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I ride a CR125 with a RK x-ring chain. I can not tell any power loss. IMO a non o-ring or non x-ring chain is a waste of money. The chains with rings will outlast 3 to 1 an non-ring chain.

From what I understand, a x-ring is just a different shaped o-ring to seal the grease in the pin.

 

MX-727

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• Dec 22, 2001

• #3

Check this thread:

http://www.dirtrider.net/forums3/showthread.php?threadid=25582

I went back to a regular chain, but I don't ride wet or muddy trails and always lube the chain after every race/practice.

 

Last edited: Dec 22, 2001

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motometal

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• Dec 24, 2001

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no debate here, buy an o or x ring chain and be done with it! unless you ENJOY the constant cleaning, lubing, tightening, and more frequent replacing of the chain...

 

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Apprentice Goon

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• Dec 25, 2001

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I beg to differ. :D

 

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Bud Beunier

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• Dec 30, 2001

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Since you have such a powerful motorcycle, you probably would not have to wory about an o-ring taking away power. So either an o-ring or x-ring wouid be perfect.