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.

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?

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!

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.

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.

im'a act like i know what your talking about

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

what chain tool will i need?

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.

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