How long should a chain last?

RACER X · 07-09-2009, 12:18 PM

21k MILES outta my OE sprockets, 2nd set about that long too, on 3rd set right now.

Inferno · 07-13-2009, 12:44 AM

OE chains will last a long time, many miles if taken care of. They are really heavy duty...where as after market chains are lighter and might not be as "durable"

Check for "Play" in your chain, and if it is past the adjustment span in your rear swingarm...change it out.

Particle Man · 07-13-2009, 06:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Inferno

OE chains will last a long time, many miles if taken care of. They are really heavy duty...where as after market chains are lighter and might not be as "durable"

Check for "Play" in your chain, and if it is past the adjustment span in your rear swingarm...change it out.

by the way, welcome

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07-13-2009, 12:44 AM	#2
Inferno Canyon Carver Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Savannah, Ga Moto: 08 R6 Posts: 309	OE chains will last a long time, many miles if taken care of. They are really heavy duty...where as after market chains are lighter and might not be as "durable" Check for "Play" in your chain, and if it is past the adjustment span in your rear swingarm...change it out.