KZ440 chain replacement

Hello -

I recently bought a 1980 KZ440 from the original owner. It's in great shape but needs routine maintenance. Soon I'll be replacing the drive chain & sprockets. Sprockets are available, but the chain I need is a 520-104, if I remember right. I'm pretty sure the chain on it is original. It has a u-clip master link. 520 chains are sold in longer lengths than 104 - I think I can get a 110 or 120 and remove some links. How do I do that? I think a new u-clip master link will be ok, as opposed to a riveted master link. I've been told that u-clips aren't ok for bigger bikes but on this one it should be ok. Right?

Thanks
Dan

I forgot to ask - what would be a good brand / type of replacement chain? I'd hate to put a $200 chain on a $600 bike.

Thanks
Dan

I use clip type master links and have never had a problem.

I think you mean 530 chain.

To shorten a chain I use a dremel and grind off the head of a couple of pins then pry the side plate off.

Go to www.z1enterprises.com to buy your chain and sprockets, it's hard to find anyone that can beat his prices or service.

Post edited by: steell, at: 2007/01/02 18:46