Looking for a new chain
 

To the wise members of the org, a question.

My chain is looking in decidedly bad shape (don't ask), so I'm looking to replace it.

However, the problem is that I know more about platting fog than I do bike chains. Could someone point me to exactly what I'm looking for (SV650S-K6 stock bike pretty much).

I'm also looking at getting front/rear sprocket at the same time, because they're so cheap that I might as well. Why not eh?

So far, my endeavors have found this, but that's all. Comparison or other places to look would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance :)

In my experience I have found it to be a false economy to scrimp on chains. Get the best you can afford.

I wend for a Tsubaki X-ring chain, Renthal steel front sprocket and a Supersprox Stealth rear. Got the chain and front sprocket from B&C Express. Google Supersprox. They are the same price everywhere.

I have had a chain snap on me and it wasn't a nice experience.

Thanks Scoobs, it's a good start for looking.

I see B&C have a wide range of Tsubaki X-rings. How would I see which one I needed?

Really not wanting a chain snap on me (I can imagine how bad it could be potentially), and spending on it is the last of my worries, I'd rather get quality, and I understand the principal that you get what you pay for.

I bought a DID X- ring for mine from Hein-Gericke think all together it cost me round £100 ish that was with the front and rear sprockets included, then went down to a local garage and they fitted it all for £30.

Click here and scroll down to SV650.

You can also call B&C if you want to change gearing (sprocket size) and they will advise.

should you not replace the sprockets at the same time?

Not always but its always best to be safer than sorry :D

I always have.

Amen, and standard sprockets are cheap as chips. Better ones not that much more!

Cheers again Scoobs for all your pointers ;)

Just ordered from B&C. Renthal Sprockets (Hard Ano rear) and Tsubaki X Ring Gold. I was originally looking at the kit, but figured I didn't need as much top end, so I've taken the rear sprocket up 2 teeth.

Faster off the line me thinks ;) (she was pretty easy to wheelie before :D ) Filipe what have you talked me into?

Scoobs, me thinks you're owed a beer on the AR, remind me will you? :?

So did you order a longer chain to take account of the bigger rear sprocket? if so how much bigger? This is on the cards next year for me.....

Nope, two up on the rear sprocket means you keep the standard chain length. If you go down on the front by one tooth, it gives the same effect, but you need a different chain.

The original kit I was looking at was 3140.HA.APX (B&C order code). I then called them up to talk about the altered sprockets, and the nice lady on the phone dealt with changing everything for me, and took payment.

£107.something for the kit with the 46 tooth rear sprocket, as opposed to the standard, including P&P.

HTH.

No bother mate.

If I added together all the people who owed me beers off of this site, it would be........1 :lol:

Evening all.

I only ever use Tsubaki chain, and a point worth mentioning is that their SG chain is exactly the same as their premium (SGX) chain, except for the fact that it's not gold and has 'o' rings instead of 'x' rings.
This works out at only around £14 more than the APX chain which is the one that you've ordered, and is worth the extra.
There's so much confusion over chains,what with so many manufacturers and so many grades. The general consensus being that 'x' rings are better than 'o' rings, and that gold is better than 'ordinary' etc etc.....I've found that if a chain is maintained properly there's negligible difference is wear rates between 'o' & 'x' ring chains, and I've seen gold chains that I wouldn't fit on a pushbike.
So buy wisely folks, and yes ALWAYS fit new sprockets at the same time.....& on SV's have your cornflakes before attempting to undo that bloody gearbox sprocket nut!!!
:D

Cheers.

P.S. I cheat when it comes to tight nuts (matron) I use an impact gun!

Talk to Sprockets Unlimited...

01386 831341

Only a husband and wife company, but have used em for ages and they are top people. They recomend Heavy duty Regina X ring chain. Costs 80 quid a throw but lasts a lot longer than other chains...

As to changing the sprockes... I don't do it every time, I just keep an eye on condition, especially the drive end.