Motorcycle Drive Chains
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- Vortex®V3 2.0 Racing ChainV3 2.0 Racing Chain by Vortex®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from industry-leading...Drilled links reduce rotating massAll V3 2.0 chains use x-ring seals to reduce friction$114.74 - $152.99
- D.I.D Chain®ERZ Exclusive Racing ChainUniversal ERZ Exclusive Racing Chain by D.I.D Chain®. The Light Weight Road Racing Champion. High-performance, lightweight low-friction chain designed to meet the performance needs of Moto3 racing. ERZ chain is upgraded with exclusive...Non-O-RingBuilt to provide superior quality and performance$83.35 - $105.29
- EK Chain®3D MXR ChainUniversal 3D MXR Chain by EK Chain®. EK ThreeD (3D) Premium motorcycle chain is Elegant, Strong, Detailed and Magnificent. It offers the ultimate shape with flexibility and strength. EK Chain set out to produce a premium chain that was...Ultimate plate shape3D-designed with a beautiful curved form is an evolutionary shape$113.80 - $135.74
- Sunstar®Heavy Duty ChainHeavy Duty Chain by Sunstar®. Clip type master link included. This is the Heavy Duty Non-sealed 'standard' roller chain for all off road motorcycles. Providing good all around performance it is strong & durable. For standard,...Designed to deliver undisputed performanceWill provide a proper fit and utmost quality$53.70 - $56.97
- Sunstar®RTG™ Sealed ChainRTG™ Sealed Chain by Sunstar®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from industry-leading...Designed to deliver undisputed performanceWill provide a proper fit and utmost quality$132.94 - $191.27
- Sunstar®Heavy Duty Dual Guard Sealed ChainHeavy Duty Dual Guard Sealed Chain by Sunstar®. Includes rivet type connecting link. Provides strong combination of value and performance for any street motorcycle. Low friction, long life design that features the Sunstar DG...Designed to deliver undisputed performanceWill provide a proper fit and utmost quality$75.96 - $120.73
- D.I.D Chain®VO Pro V Series O-Ring ChainUniversal VO Pro V Series O-Ring Chain by D.I.D Chain®. The VO Series is D.I.D's professional O-Ring series chain that is a great OEM replacement on street and off-road bikes up to 1,000cc. With quad-stake riveted pins and solid...Built to provide superior quality and performanceMade with the use of the most innovative technologies$55.27 - $428.24
- Sunstar®MXR Works™ ChainMXR Works™ Chain by Sunstar®. The 520MXR1 Motocross chain is constructed of 100% heat treated components, featuring Sunstar's exclusive 'TripleStar' treated ultra hard pins. It also has seamless roller & bushing construction, with...Designed to deliver undisputed performanceWill provide a proper fit and utmost quality$36.48 - $85.46
- JT Sprockets®Z3 Series Super Heavy Duty X-Ring ChainUniversal Z3 Series Super Heavy Duty X-Ring Chain by JT Sprockets®. Using JT experience and technical expertise in drive components ensure that the specifications of JT advanced power transfer chains meet or exceed the requirements of...Increased strength and durabilityUnrivaled quality matched with excellent reliability$59.08 - $75.90
- Sunstar®SSR Standard™ Sealed O-Ring ChainSSR Standard™ Sealed O-Ring Chain by Sunstar®. SSR Standard™ sealed ring (o-ring) chain from Sunstar Sprockets® 'heavy duty' series is one of the most popular chains in Sunstar Sprockets® range due to its' versatility. Using only...Sunstar's o-ring sealed chain uses only the best quality and longest lasting o-ringsLow friction design helps deliver a better power transfer$48.01 - $57.51
- EK Chain®SRX2 Series ChainUniversal SRX2 Series Chain by EK Chain®. The Ultimate Sport Bike Chain. Use QX-ring technology, for better wear resistant performance than O-ring by 50%. Lighter than EK SRX Series. If you're looking for a quality product that will...The Ultimate Sport Bike ChainThe SRX2 series chains are an excellent value for any street machine$68.53 - $177.80
- JT Sprockets®HDS Series Super Heavy Duty Spring/Clip Link ChainUniversal HDS Series Super Heavy Duty Spring/Clip Link Chain by JT Sprockets®. Using JT experience and technical expertise in drive components ensure that the specifications of JT advanced power transfer chains meet or exceed the...Increased strength and durabilityUnrivaled quality matched with excellent reliability$26.46 - $28.86
- EK Chain®3D SM Chain3D SM Chain by EK Chain®. Type: 520. Links Quantity: 120 Pieces. EK ThreeD (3D) Premium motorcycle chain is Elegant, Strong, Detailed and Magnificent. It offers the ultimate shape with flexibility and strength. EK Chain set out to...Ultimate plate shape3D-designed with a beautiful curved form is an evolutionary shape$181.44
- EK Chain®SHDR Supersport Series Offroad ChainSHDR Supersport Series Offroad Chain by EK Chain®. Type: 428. Links Quantity: 120 Pieces. Finish: Gold. Finest Motocross Chains for the World's Fastest Racers. Uses CRH pin treatment, which provides an extremely hard outside coating...Gives a factory works lookLarger pin diameter than standard chains make chains stronger and last longer$53.06 - $58.46
- Regina Chain®Road Sportbike Ultra Z-Ring ChainRoad Sportbike Ultra Z-Ring Chain by Regina Chain®. Specifically designed for applications on high powered bikes, these chains are able to offer exceptional performance thanks to the patented Z-Ring. Assembled with high alloy steel...Flexes when assembled, creating a spring effect that guarantees the seal will not diminish over timeThe lubricant trapped between the plates and the lobes of the Z-ring keeps the ring lubricated and increases its life$123.92 - $190.20
- Sunstar®XTG™ Sealed Clip MasterlinkXTG™ Sealed Clip Masterlink by Sunstar®. This product is made of high-quality materials to serve you for years to come. Designed using state-of-the-art technology and with customers in mind. It will meet your needs and deliver great...Designed to deliver undisputed performanceWill provide a proper fit and utmost quality$6.56
- EK Chain®SRO Series O-Ring ChainSRO Series O-Ring Chain by EK Chain®. Quality O-ring chain at an affordable price. The SRO series chains offer a value-priced O-ring chain that will not compromise on quality or durability.This top-grade product is expertly made in...High quality O-ring chain seals in lube and keeps water and mud outSolid rollers and entended anti-kink bushings increase chain longevity$56.66 - $152.96
- Regina Chain®Cross Supermotard ChainCross Supermotard Chain by Regina Chain®. Designed to ensure high resistance to elongation and to the severe impulsive stresses caused by Off-Road riding. Extended bushings and solid rollers, alloy carbon steel pins, shot-peened plates...Built with a focus on high performance and superior reliabilityMade from first-rate materials to provide the highest quality$36.40 - $77.07
- Regina Chain®Ultra Adventure Series Z-Ring ChainUltra Adventure Series Z-Ring Chain by Regina Chain®. Designed and developed to withstand the severe stresses caused by Off-Road riding, ZRE chains are intended for long distance Adventure use, thanks to the special Z-Ring which allows...Built with a focus on high performance and superior reliabilityMade from first-rate materials to provide the highest quality$94.48 - $97.80
- EK Chain®3D GP Chain3D GP Chain by EK Chain®. EK ThreeD (3D) Premium motorcycle chain is Elegant, Strong, Detailed and Magnificent. It offers the ultimate shape with flexibility and strength. EK Chain set out to produce a premium chain that was as...Ultimate Plate Shape3D-designed beautiful curved form is an evolutionary shape with various functions in the next generation$248.40 - $275.99
- EK Chain®DRZ-2 Drag Race ChainDRZ-2 Drag Race Chain by EK Chain®. Type: 530. Finish: Chrome. EK has been known as the "legend of drag racing chains." In the drag racing community, EK is the only reliable choice for serious racers who desire to break records in any...Crafted with drag racing in mindStrongest non-sealed chain today - 11,5000lb tensile strength$159.26 - $182.99
- EK Chain®MRD7 Supersport Series Offroad ChainMRD7 Supersport Series Offroad Chain by EK Chain®. Type: 520. Links Quantity: 120 Pieces. Finest Motocross Chains for the World's Fastest Racers. Uses CRH pin treatment, which provides an extremely hard outside coating and softer...Gives a factory works lookLarger pin diameter than standard chains make chains stronger and last longer$95.77 - $98.99
- EK Chain®MVXZ2 Series ChainMVXZ2 Series Chain by EK Chain®. Features like lightening holes in the sideplates, large-diameter pins, and friction-reducing Quadra-X Rings help ensure high-performance and from 1-1/2 to 2x increased wear life when compared to a...The ideal OE ReplacementAverage tensile strength 9,000 lbs$114.99 - $141.99
- D.I.D Chain®ERT3 Exclusive Racing ChainUniversal ERT3 Exclusive Racing Chain by D.I.D Chain®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured...Built to provide superior quality and performanceMade with the use of the most innovative technologies$109.67 - $125.06
- EK Chain®SRX2 Series ChainSRX2 Series Chain by EK Chain®. The Ultimate Sport Bike Chain. Use QX-ring technology, for better wear resistant performance than O-ring by 50%. Lighter than EK SRX Series. If you're looking for a quality product that will serve you...The Ultimate Sport Bike ChainThe SRX2 series chains are an excellent value for any street machine$99.99 - $140.99
- EK Chain®Sport ChainSport Chain by EK Chain®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from industry-leading materials...Pre-stretched and shot-peenedEconomical and long lasting$19.76 - $88.99
- EK Chain®ZVX3 Series Extreme Sport Bike ChainZVX3 Series Extreme Sport Bike Chain by EK Chain®. The Pinnacle of Chain Technology. EK's strongest chains developed specifically for Extreme Sport Bikes. The ZVX series chains are the perfect O.E. replacement for any of today's stock...Ultra Strong : ZVX3 series chains easily surpasses every other brand with a tensile strength of 11,100 lbNew ZX-ring : Adopted new ZX-ring and lasts 15% longer than ZVX series$120.16 - $161.77
- RK Excel America®GXW Series ChainUniversal GXW Series Chain by RK Excel America®. RK Street Racing GXW Series XW-Ring Chains. RK's GXW series chains are premium quality XW-sealed chains. XW-Ring chains offer the best high-speed, extreme heat performance and are...Built to provide the highest tensile strength in its categoryExceptional quality at a competitive price$64.30 - $208.85
- RK Excel America®RK Standard ChainUniversal RK Standard Chain by RK Excel America®. Features 4 side (Quad) rivet staked pins. When pins are quad riveted they are stronger and more stabilized; which results in increased stress resistance due to high engine loads and...Built to provide the highest tensile strength in its categoryExceptional quality at a competitive price$7.61 - $25.16
- EK Chain®O-Ring ChainUniversal O-Ring Chain by EK Chain®. Quality O-ring chain at an affordable price. The SRO series chains offer a value-priced O-ring chain that will not compromise on quality or durability. This top-grade product is expertly made in...High quality O-ring chain seals in lube and keeps water and mud outJapanese made chain with quad staked riveting of pins into side plates$41.36 - $1,101.08
The majority of motorcycles today use a chain for the final drive. It is one of the simplest, most versatile and efficient ways to deliver power from the engine to the drive wheel. It can be found on almost any type of motorcycles, from scooters to high-performance racing bikes, as well as everything in between. Drive chains are durable, flexible and easy to maintain, and perform perfectly in different weather conditions. Depending on the type and model of your bike, it can differ in length and size of the links, however, its basic design and principle of operation remains the same.
There are three main types of motorcycle chains, such as standard non-sealed, O-ring and X-ring drive chains. The first one is the simplest design of motorcycle chains that can be found on older bikes. Non-sealed chains are cheaper than the other ones, however, they have a shorter service life and require constant care and maintenance. They need to be cleaned, lubricated and adjusted on a regular basis to ensure a smooth and safe ride. Improper maintenance will lead to premature failure of the chain, so you will have to replace it at least once or a few times per year.
O-ring motorcycle drive chains are the most common type of chains found in today’s bikes. They are self-lubricating drive chains that require next to zero maintenance and come filled up with grease from the factory. The secret of their maintenance-free operation lies in the construction of its links. Each link has small O-rings designed to ensure the pins between the plates are properly lubricated, as well as to protect the link from dust and dirt. Although, that doesn’t mean the chain itself does not collect dirt and debris at all, so regular cleaning and inspection for damage are important.
X-ring motorcycle chains feature a similar design to O-ring ones, however, instead of O-rings, they use X-rings. This allows for eliminating the main drawback of O-ring chains which is a lot of drag at high speeds. The use of X-rings reduces the surface area between the links, which, in turn, minimizes drag even at extreme speeds. Thanks to minimal drag and self-lubrication of X-ring drive chains, they last longer compared to both standard and O-ring counterparts. X-ring chains are the most advanced motorcycle drivetrain solution available today, so they are found in most superbikes and race bikes.
Due to continuous contact with the sprockets, your drive chain slowly wears out, so after some time it needs to be replaced with a new one. When its wear and tear reaches a certain point, you may experience chain slipping or even lose it while riding. That’s why it is very important to inspect your drive chain on a regular basis, clean and lubricate it. Proper maintenance will prevent you from unexpected expenses and save you a lot of headache in the long run. On our website, you’ll find various drive chains and all required hardware to keep your bike running at its best.
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