[GodsBachelor]

How often do you need to have your chain tightened?

 

[pwalo]

That will depend on how well you maintain it. I clean and lube my chain every weekend, and I've only adjusted the chain when I replace the tyres. Mind you I'm a smaller, lightish chap, so your results may differ.

 

[cianciotta]

Your best bet is to routinely check it and when it is out or getting out of specs make the adjustment. After a few times it will give you a good indicator on what is the correct interval for you.

 

[NinjaRider]

Normal street riding for me was around 2000 miles, brand new. Took it past 100 mph a few times though. The cotter pin is a pain, use cutters.

 

[Baxter]

That's gonna be conditional. How well you keep the chain cleaned and lubed, and how hard you accelerate, probably are the biggest factors in my opinion. I wouldn't be surprised if a brand-new chain needs adjustment shortly after installation, but if your chain is older and is needing frequent adjustment then it's likely needing replacement soon.

Just check it periodically. The manual likely has an explanation.

I don't accelerate too hard, I have an automatic chain oiler, I also clean the chain every few thousand miles, and most of my miles are at steady highway speeds. My chain hasn't gone out of spec between oil changes.

 

[Billy Red]

Mine has 15,000+ and I have adjusted once not counting after the tires were changed.

 

[Flash Bantam]

10,000 miles on my Z. I'm going to call it it "adjusting". I'm on my third rear tire so I've adjusted the chain 3 times. About twice a month I clean and lubricate the chain to keep it in top condition.

 

[NinjaBraap]

Clean, lube, and inspect every 500 miles, adjust as necessary. If you keep it in perfect shape and ride regularly a standard O-ring chain should last 10-12k miles (no track) typically. An X-ring chain should last 15-18k miles (no track).

 

[nonameneeded741]

Clean, lube, and inspect every 500 miles, adjust as necessary. If you keep it in perfect shape and ride regularly a standard O-ring chain should last 10-12k miles (no track) typically. An X-ring chain should last 15-18k miles (no track).

Forgot about z-ring chains that supposably outlast all other chain types.

 

[Bluechain]

I lube it after every 2-300 miles, clean it when it is needed ,always lube after a long ride,

 

[NinjaBraap]

Forgot about z-ring chains that supposably outlast all other chain types.

I had to look that up, but they do exist. Looks like Z-ring is an X-ring designed to withstand twisting and side loading, which is for ATV purposes. You need an X-ring, not a Z-ring for any motorcycle especially a street/roadrace bike.

 

[nonameneeded741]

I had to look that up, but they do exist. Looks like Z-ring is an X-ring designed to withstand twisting and side loading, which is for ATV purposes. You need an X-ring, not a Z-ring for any motorcycle especially a street/roadrace bike.

From what I see seems to be for sportbike

Professional - Regina Catene Calibrate Spa

www.reginachain.net

 

[NinjaBraap]

From what I see seems to be for sportbike

Professional - Regina Catene Calibrate Spa

www.reginachain.net

There's no need for it on sportbikes, X-ring is already above and beyond for most riders and racers.

 

[nonameneeded741]

There's no need for it on sportbikes, X-ring is already above and beyond for most riders and racers.

Yes I agree. Was just saying that z-ring chains are out and available to buy for those who wanting to try something new.

 

[Indy400]

There's no need for it on sportbikes, X-ring is already above and beyond for most riders and racers.

So you recommend just a standard chain for street/track days? Sorry I'm from the dirt side.

 

[NinjaBraap]

So you recommend just a standard chain for street/track days? Sorry I'm from the dirt side.

I recommend X-ring, it delivers the most power, reliability, and will last the longest.