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Is my chain too wide?

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I just installed an X Ring 520 / 108 chain on my 01 KDX 200, and it barely fits through my FRP chain guide.

The chain measures just shy of 1 inch in width. The width of my chain guide is 1 inch.

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In addition, the chain appears to be just slightly rubbing the case next to the counter sprocket.

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Has anyone else had thses issues?

Could it be a problem with my install?

Do I just need a thinner chain?

Thanks for any advice!

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Fatherof2 wrote:...Has anyone else had thses issues?...
Yep, when I had my bike, an o-ring chain would rub on the case behind the front sprocket. It actually cut a shallow groove all the way around, but once that was done, no more problems. The o-ring chain also wore corresponding grooves into the sides of the chain guard.

None of it is probably a big deal, but do keep a close eye on your master link, as the chain guard may wear it very thin, or even through it.
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Post by Mr. Wibbens »

no issues here

But I don't run ring chains :wink:
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Post by kawagumby »

Yes, o-ring chain width is an issue with the KDX. Get a narrower chain, you do not want it chewing up your case, it will only get worse with sprocket, chain wear and mud. You can easily find narrower o-ring types to use.
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I think it's D.I.D. that makes a narrow "T" ring chain specifically for bikes that were designed to run non o-ring chains. Kind of expensive though.
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Post by SCREAM »

here's a link to one. I was wrong it's an "X" ring.

http://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/produ ... lyId=24504
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Post by Fatherof2 »

Thanks for the info guys.

I had no idea that a ring chain would not work.

I am returning it tomorrow for a thinner one.

Thanks again,

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The 220's came with O ring chains stock. If you run a 220 chain guide it won't rub anymore.
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wait... if it's rubbing on the case, how the hell is a new chain guide gonna help??
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Is this a problem with 95+ bikes? My '90 has/had an O-ring and it didn't rub the case.
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I wouldn't think so. The bottom end on the 200/220 are the same as far as I know, so if the o-ring chain fits the 220, it should fit the 200 if the chain guide is swapped? The whole "rubbing the case" thing is news to me. Never heard that before...
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Maybe the countershaft sprocket has been swapped for one that is not a correct fit. (offset) I have run into that problem before.
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Post by chopper_guy »

Seems odd. I changed my '05 200 over to an x-ring chain last year. No case rubs. I did switch to the Fredette guide for clearance. The chain was from Rocky Mountain...primary drive brand.
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I wonder if the collar that slips over the output shaft is somehow worn down?
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Post by Fatherof2 »

I spoke to Jeff Fredette today.

He told me that some ring chains are too wide.

He is sending me one that is an X ring chain, but he says that it is a bit thinner, and wont be a problem.

The chain that I tried was a Primary Drive X Ring.
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Fatherof2 wrote:I spoke to Jeff Fredette today.

He told me that some ring chains are too wide.

He is sending me one that is an X ring chain, but he says that it is a bit thinner, and wont be a problem.

The chain that I tried was a Primary Drive X Ring.
Tell us which one you get so we know which one will fit.
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SCREAM wrote:>|<>QBB<
Fatherof2 wrote:I spoke to Jeff Fredette today.

He told me that some ring chains are too wide.

He is sending me one that is an X ring chain, but he says that it is a bit thinner, and wont be a problem.

The chain that I tried was a Primary Drive X Ring.
Tell us which one you get so we know which one will fit.
Will do!

The chain should be here tomorrow.

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