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- BikeMaster®Swing Arm Bearing Tool (152204)Universal Swing Arm Bearing Tool by BikeMaster®. Great for the installation of swingarm bearings without damaging the bearing races. Made from industrial-quality steel for long service life, the Swingarm Bearing Installation Tool from...Designed to fulfill the needs of motorcyclistsState-of-the-art design and peerless quality$45.07
- OTC®Chain Master Link Clip Tool (4745)Universal Chain Master Link Clip Tool by OTC®. Chain Master Link Clip Tool by OTC®. Designed specifically for roller style chains with specialized tips to easily remove and install master link clips. Includes comfort grip handles.Designed to help to get your job done rightManufactured utilizing the highest quality materials$26.41
- JIMS®3rd Hand Axle Locker Tool (970)3rd Hand Axle Locker Tool by JIMS®. Have you noticed, as you are torquing down the axle nut after you set the proper belt tension, (Deflection) that the welded axle nut will move to the low side of adjuster cam? This movement will allow...Prevents axle from moving while you're torquing the axle nut after setting belt tensionNo need for a helper$69.98
- JIMS®6-Speed Transmission Door Remover Tool (984)6-Speed Transmission Door Remover Tool by JIMS®. Use this tool to remove (pull) the complete door with gears and shafts from the transmission. No longer will you need to remove the trap door by prying or hitting with a hammer. Just...Products designed to fulfill the needs of motorcyclistsExpertly crafted from the highest grade materials$194.22
- JIMS®Balancer Shaft Bearing Remover and Installer Tool (1167)Balancer Shaft Bearing Remover and Installer Tool by JIMS®. Performs like JIMS® other bearing removers by simplifying bearing removal. This tool will pull the bearings from the "B" motor case in one easy smooth motion preventing any...The installing portion of this tool is designed to push on the outer diameter of bearings preventing any damage to the bearing or its boreUse installer portion of this tool with P/N 491803$155.30
- JIMS®Bearing and Race Puller Tool (963)Bearing and Race Puller Tool by JIMS®. This tool has been designed to remove the flywheel sprocket shaft inner bearing race with the supplied JIMS® T-bar and hardware. If heat is needed to remove race see tool No. 899.Products designed to fulfill the needs of motorcyclistsExpertly crafted from the highest grade materials$349.52
- JIMS®Clevebloc Bushing Assembly Remover/Installer Tool (1743)Clevebloc Bushing Assembly Remover/Installer Tool by JIMS®. Use to remove and replace swing arm cleveblocs. Cleveblocs, part No.47556-81, are silicone filled bushings that will be damaged if not installed properly. JIMS® tool presses...Products designed to fulfill the needs of motorcyclistsExpertly crafted from the highest grade materials$272.84
- JIMS®Clevebloc Spreading Tool (1707)Clevebloc Spreading Tool by JIMS®. Use to install the swing arm in a 5-Speed rubber mount frame. When cleveblocs are replaced they need to be positioned to install in the rear of the transmission. This tool will spread the swing arm...Products designed to fulfill the needs of motorcyclistsExpertly crafted from the highest grade materials$63.31
- JIMS®Clutch Hub Locking Tool (1667)Clutch Hub Locking Tool by JIMS®. Use to lock the clutch hub assembly in place when removing or installing the clutch hub nut. Designed with precision and functionality in mind, this accessory ensures outstanding performance and easy...Products designed to fulfill the needs of motorcyclistsExpertly crafted from the highest grade materials$252.05
- JIMS®Clutch Spring Compressor Tool Nut (38515-91)Clutch Spring Compressor Tool Nut by JIMS®. Use to release clutch spring for ease of retainer ring removal and installation (Must be used with No.38515-90 Main Body). Available Separately. Designed with precision and functionality in...Products designed to fulfill the needs of motorcyclistsExpertly crafted from the highest grade materials$57.69
- JIMS®Inner Cam Bearing Installation Tool (2188)Inner Cam Bearing Installation Tool by JIMS®. This tool easily presses the inner cam bearing smoothly into the right case, with the cases assembled, to the proper depth. Use a new JIMS performance bearing No.9058 and to remove old use...Products designed to fulfill the needs of motorcyclistsExpertly crafted from the highest grade materials$181.53
- JIMS®Inner Cam Bearing Remover Tool (993)Inner Cam Bearing Remover Tool by JIMS®. Use this tool to easily remove the inner cam bearing. Works the same as JIMS® EVO Cam tool No.95760-TB. Insert puller collet into the cam bearing I.D. Insert dowel pin, place remover body over...Products designed to fulfill the needs of motorcyclistsExpertly crafted from the highest grade materials$315.72
- JIMS®Main Drive Gear Bearing Tool (37842-91)Main Drive Gear Bearing Tool by JIMS®. Use to install inner and outer 5th gear bearings to factory depth. New bearing depth incorporated, will still work on early depth. If you're looking for a quality product that will serve you for...Products designed to fulfill the needs of motorcyclistsExpertly crafted from the highest grade materials$94.05
- JIMS®Main Drive Gear Bushing Tool (1005)Main Drive Gear Bushing Tool by JIMS®. Use to remove and install the main drive gear bushings, also to remove Big Twin cam bushing 1970- present. If you're looking for a quality product that will serve you for years to come, look no...Products designed to fulfill the needs of motorcyclistsExpertly crafted from the highest grade materials$75.06
- JIMS®Main Drive Gear Seal Installer (972)Main Drive Gear Seal Installer by JIMS®. This tool is designed to properly align and install to the right depth, the main drive gear seal, H-D® No.12077 into the end of the gear. This can be performed while the assembled transmission...Products designed to fulfill the needs of motorcyclistsExpertly crafted from the highest grade materials$122.99
- JIMS®Mainshaft Bearing Race Tool (34902-84)Mainshaft Bearing Race Tool by JIMS®. Use to remove and install the bearing inner race on the transmission mainshaft. If you're looking for a quality product that will serve you for years to come, look no further.Products designed to fulfill the needs of motorcyclistsExpertly crafted from the highest grade materials$275.09
- JIMS®Race and Bearing Install Tool Handle (33416-80)Universal Race and Bearing Install Tool Handle by JIMS®. 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...Products designed to fulfill the needs of motorcyclistsExpertly crafted from the highest grade materials$94.37
- JIMS®Sprocket Shaft Bearing Installation Tool (97081-54)Sprocket Shaft Bearing Installation Tool by JIMS®. Use to install flywheel assembly into left crankcase Timken® bearing. Designed with precision and functionality in mind, this accessory ensures outstanding performance and easy use...Installs sprocket shaft bearing and pulls lower end into left caseProducts designed to fulfill the needs of motorcyclists$208.76
- JIMS®Timken™ Bearing Or Race Installer Adapter Kit (973)Timken™ Bearing Or Race Installer Adapter Kit by JIMS®. This tool will upgrade your earlier JIMS® bearing installer tool to work on the latest fine spline Twin Cam® sprocket shafts. This tool is designed to install either H-D®...Unique design to meet your tastes and preferencesManufactured to deliver incredible quality$97.83
- JIMS®Tool Driver Spacer (2388)Universal Tool Driver Spacer by JIMS®. The effectiveness of any bearing race remover tool is dependent on the ability to grip the race. This spacer applies outward force on the bearing race tool to grip better, allowing easier removal...Products designed to fulfill the needs of motorcyclistsExpertly crafted from the highest grade materials$51.93
- JIMS®Transmission Case Shifter Shaft Seal Installer (768)Transmission Case Shifter Shaft Seal Installer by JIMS®. Developed in conjunction with Hiro Koiso, one of JIMS sponsored Bonneville racers, these two simple tools make installing the shifter shaft seal precise and effortless. They...Products designed to fulfill the needs of motorcyclistsExpertly crafted from the highest grade materials$42.35
- ProTaper®Gold Series MX Chains (023101)Universal Gold Series MX Chains (023101) by ProTaper®. Size: PT 420MX 134L. Designed, tested, and produced to the highest standards, ProTaper Gold Series Chains are purpose-built for today's demanding 4-stroke motorcycles and ATVs....Premium Gold Series motocross chainsLightweight, ultra high-strength chromoly construction$35.01
- ProTaper®Gold Series XRC Chains (023107)Universal Gold Series XRC Chains (023107) by ProTaper®. Size: PT 520XRC 120L. Designed, tested, and produced to the highest standards, ProTaper Gold Series Chains are purpose-built for today's demanding 4-stroke motorcycles and ATVs....Premium Gold Series motocross chainsLightweight, ultra high-strength chromoly construction$97.28
- ProTaper®Pro Series 520MX Forged Chain Replacement Master Link (PT520MFZ4-CL)Universal Pro Series 520MX Forged Chain Replacement Master Link by ProTaper®. Replacement master links are available for all ProTaper Gold Series Chains. Utilizing a newly developed manufacturing technique never-before seen in the...Slim outer plates with cold-forged pin collars for high tensile strength (8,440 lbs.) and increased durabilityChromium carbide pins (520MX) for reduced friction and improved impact load absorption$3.04
- ProTaper®Pro Series Forged Chain Replacement O-Ring Master Link (PT520FWR-CL)Universal Pro Series Forged Chain Replacement O-Ring Master Link by ProTaper®. 520MX. Replacement master links are available for all ProTaper Gold Series Chains. Utilizing a newly developed manufacturing technique never-before seen in...Slim outer plates with cold-forged pin collars for high tensile strength (8,440 lbs.) and increased durabilityChromium carbide pins (520MX) for reduced friction and improved impact load absorption$8.17
- ProTaper®Replacement Gold Master Links (023108)Universal Replacement Gold Master Links (023108) by ProTaper®. Size: 520XRC. Designed, tested, and produced to the highest standards, ProTaper Gold Series Chains are purpose-built for today's demanding 4-stroke motorcycles and ATVs....Premium gold series motocross chainsLightweight, ultra high strength chromoly construction$5.95
- ProTaper®Replacement Gold Master Links (023102)Universal Replacement Gold Master Links (023102) by ProTaper®. Size: 420MX. Designed, tested, and produced to the highest standards, ProTaper Gold Series Chains are purpose-built for today's demanding 4-stroke motorcycles and ATVs....Premium gold series motocross chainsLightweight, ultra high strength chromoly construction$1.95
- Renthal®R1 MX Works Chain (C241)Universal R1 MX Works Chain (C241) by Renthal®. Chain Pitch: 420. Length: 120 Links. Renthal R1 Chain: Ultimate durability and performance. A premium high strength offroad chain with excellent impact load resistance, designed...Each chain includes masterlink and a pair of latex gloves for mess-free installationHigh Strength, light weight, ultimate performance$52.61
- Renthal®R1 MX Works Chain (C277)Universal R1 MX Works Chain (C277) by Renthal®. Chain Pitch: 428. Length: 140 Links. Renthal R1 Chain: Ultimate durability and performance. A premium high strength offroad chain with excellent impact load resistance, designed...Each chain includes masterlink and a pair of latex gloves for mess-free installationHigh Strength, light weight, ultimate performance$84.11
- Renthal®R1 MX Works Chain (C246)Universal R1 MX Works Chain (C246) by Renthal®. Chain Pitch: 420. Length: 130 Links. Renthal R1 Chain: Ultimate durability and performance. A premium high strength offroad chain with excellent impact load resistance, designed...Each chain includes masterlink and a pair of latex gloves for mess-free installationHigh Strength, light weight, ultimate performance$57.56
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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