Is my chain too wide?
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Is my chain too wide?
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.
In addition, the chain appears to be just slightly rubbing the case next to the counter sprocket.
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!
D.
The chain measures just shy of 1 inch in width. The width of my chain guide is 1 inch.
In addition, the chain appears to be just slightly rubbing the case next to the counter sprocket.
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!
D.
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Re: Is my chain too wide?
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.Fatherof2 wrote:...Has anyone else had thses issues?...
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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no issues here
But I don't run ring chains
But I don't run ring chains
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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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here's a link to one. I was wrong it's an "X" ring.
http://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/produ ... lyId=24504
http://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/produ ... lyId=24504
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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 wonder if the collar that slips over the output shaft is somehow worn down?
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Tell us which one you get so we know which one will fit.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.
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Will do!SCREAM wrote:Tell us which one you get so we know which one will fit.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.
The chain should be here tomorrow.
D.