worth the risk or not?

Post by **Drunkn Munky** » Fri Jan 14, 2011 1:02 pm

DK-Tandy wrote:
Wozza wrote:Whatever chain you get, make sure you get it staked - don't be tempted to use the clip.
could you please define staked??

He's on about the link that connects the chain, you can either get a removable spring clip or a rivet(staked) link. The rivet links require a special tool to complete the link where as the clip links dont. the rivet links are obviously stronger and hence the prefered choice.

DK-Tandy · Post by **DK-Tandy** » Fri Jan 14, 2011 1:06 pm

which is best suited towards the DID kit, the specs are

Kit contents:-

* Front Sprocket - 297-15
* Rear Sprocket - 2039-42
* D.I.D X Ring Chain DID525VX106
* Supplied with a rivet joining link

itsthat rivet joining link i need isnt it?

Post by **pugparcels** » Fri Jan 14, 2011 1:10 pm

you should have in theory on your rs50 a clip link on the chain - looks like a u shape ( kind of ), there was on my old rs125. your 400 should have a riveted link.

The load on a smaller bike is quite small hence the clip link, generally the bigger the bike, the bigger the load. Whilst taking my test and 4 days training there was a zx7r that had come in with a new chain and the guy had used a clip link.

the link broke and the chain decided to try and go though the engine, it was a real mess!

Post by **Drunkn Munky** » Fri Jan 14, 2011 1:28 pm

Rivet link http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/DID-Gold-X-Ring-5 ... 2a08722f14

Split link http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Split-Link-TKR-DI ... 5196c3369a

Ignore the chain weights its just so you can tell the difference between the 2

For what its worth tho id go for the 520 weight chain and sprockets over the 525, 525 is overkill on a 400. I run a 520 weight chain on a 130bhp gsxr with no issues so ive no doubt it'll be man enough for a 400.

angry_rob · Post by **angry_rob** » Fri Jan 14, 2011 1:46 pm

Drunkn Munky wrote: For what its worth tho id go for the 520 weight chain and sprockets over the 525, 525 is overkill on a 400. I run a 520 weight chain on a 130bhp gsxr with no issues so ive no doubt it'll be man enough for a 400.

Just out of interest, would a 525 chain not last longer though?

DK keep in mind that wont be the total price, you still need to add a chain tool (or a bike shop that will put the chain on for you) to your expenses.

DK-Tandy · Post by **DK-Tandy** » Fri Jan 14, 2011 1:47 pm

im'a act like i know what your talking about

Post by **Drunkn Munky** » Fri Jan 14, 2011 1:51 pm

angry_rob wrote:
Drunkn Munky wrote: For what its worth tho id go for the 520 weight chain and sprockets over the 525, 525 is overkill on a 400. I run a 520 weight chain on a 130bhp gsxr with no issues so ive no doubt it'll be man enough for a 400.
Just out of interest, would a 525 chain not last longer though?

In theroy yes

DK-Tandy · Post by **DK-Tandy** » Fri Jan 14, 2011 2:11 pm

what chain tool will i need?

Post by **Drunkn Munky** » Fri Jan 14, 2011 2:35 pm

Search for chain tool on ebay, theres loads but ive heard horror storys about cheap ones. I got mine direct from talon uk, its a RK branded one and its about as heavy duty as they come, excellent piece of kit but about £80 i think.

DK-Tandy · Post by **DK-Tandy** » Fri Jan 14, 2011 5:21 pm

Drunkn Munky wrote:Search for chain tool on ebay, theres loads but ive heard horror storys about cheap ones. I got mine direct from talon uk, its a RK branded one and its about as heavy duty as they come, excellent piece of kit but about £80 i think.

does anyone live near birminham that could lend me one :D

or would car carages have one? my bro is car mechanic

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