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I'm seeing drive chains advertised as o-ring and non o-ring.
What does that mean?
I'd be looking for one for a 1979 KZ750 if that makes any difference.
One more thing, what should I be looking for regarding tensile strength?
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Just get the X ring chain that Z1 enterprises sells. It is the best deal on the net, believe me I looked. I also ride the 79 750 and I recall the stock chain was 102 links (?) with the stock 38T rear and 16T front. You can go up to a 17T front and still use the stock 102 link chain. Don't buy a cheap chain, get a good X rink and it will last a lot longer than a regular steel chain.Help a noob time...
I'm seeing drive chains advertised as o-ring and non o-ring.
What does that mean?
I'd be looking for one for a 1979 KZ750 if that makes any difference.
One more thing, what should I be looking for regarding tensile strength?
My favorite chain lube is the DuPont multi purpose spray lube in the big blue can at Lowe's.
1979 KZ-750 Twin
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With a 750 twin, I doubt you could find a chain with too little tensile strength..... unless you get one of those made in China specials off ebay.Thanks. What would middle of the road be in terms of tensile strength?
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You can go up to a 17T front and still use the stock 102 link chain.
What would I gain from going with a 17T engine sprocket?
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78 Z1-R Yoshi 1103 kit stage 1 cams Yoshi pipe. Etc
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On a 750 twin, absolutely nothing. You don't have the HP to take advantage of it.
Ok good to know. I'd rather stay stock anyway.
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I see chains advertised on bikebandit.com and other sites that are the right size, but specify they are for up to 400cc or up to 550cc bikes. Clearly I'd avoid those for my 750 twin, but other chains just list tensile strength.
Is 9,000-10,000 lbs. overkill? Is 7,000 lbs. sufficient?
I'm on a tight budget, but I obviously don't want to put on a chain that's going to break.
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