I have an 800cc cruiser. How many miles can I use a standard chain before I should replace it?
2007-11-30 16:55:12 · 5 answers · asked by pnq87 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
Sure its safe if it is a good quality chain that is recommended for whatever horsepower your bike has. Is it smart? only if you are willing to take the time to properly keep the chain and sprockets lubed up. In the long run the o ring chain will be more economical because of its increased service life.
2007-11-30 19:10:35 · answer #1 · answered by Jeff B 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
It is perfectly safe.
You will have to follow a different maintenance schedule.
A standard chain will require regular lubrication (on the order of every 300 miles or so). Chances are you will be doing a lot more cleaning.
I have had standard chains last 20K+, never had to change a sprocket.
People will not believe those numbers, but there is a reason they are higher than most. 750cc and under, no burnouts, jack rabbit starts, or hard shifts. Stress it less and it lasts longer.
2007-12-01 06:18:18 · answer #2 · answered by Firecracker . 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I have seen this kind of thing debated across the board on a lot of forums. I cant really cite anything specific, but the general consensus I got from everyone was that it's fine People who have way more experience than I do swear by kerosene and say theyve done it for 30 years with no problems. as long as you lube it correctly afterwards I dont think there's any problems. That's what I do with my chain now and it's fine
2016-05-27 01:48:28 · answer #3 · answered by krystle 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've gotta disagree with Robb here... An O-Ring chain IS NOT maintenance free. It still needs to be cleaned and lubricated on a regular basis in order to reduce wear and tear on the sprockets.
Of course, the best way to deal with a chain is not to have one in the first place! All my bikes are shaft drive!
2007-12-01 02:03:52 · answer #4 · answered by JetDoc 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I should think that a standard chain will last nearly as long as an o-ring style provided you maintain it properly.
BUT, I can guarantee you that after the first time you have to clean and oil the chain, then have to clean all the excess oil splash off everything the first time you ride it, you're gonna regret not getting the sealed chain. The entire purpose of the sealed chains is that they're maint. free.
2007-11-30 19:35:45 · answer #5 · answered by Robb H 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋