I run a 530 chain on my 929 Wich is an o-ring chain an it keeps stretching...I have also stretched the swingarm ARM an seems lik the grease never stays on this chain so my question is, should I go with an x-ring chain cause I hear there much stronger?

 

You're running the heavy chain, so your should probably be getting about 500<>1000-ish
miles between adjustments. What are you using for lube? I usually like to lube
after a run, while the chain is warm. It helps the lube penetrate better, imo.

I hose it pretty heavy, let it sit a bit, and then wipe off the excess.
I lube/inspect the chain about every-other tank of gas. The life
of the chain is directly linked to proper lubrication at all times.

The x-ring aren't stronger chains, per se. It's more about lubrication retention,
is my understanding. The cost is in a more difficult manufacturing process.
If you are diligent, there is no reason to defer from an O-ring chain.

Hope this helps, Ern

 

I wouldnt think u r stretching ur chain, they dont stretch they wear. What shape r ur sprockets in? I run an rk 520 xw w/approx 11k on it and i gettin due soon for replace but a 530 should last u at least that n more assuming u regularly maintain!!

 

I lube the chain with liquid wrench from advance auto part an my rear sprocket is new but I didn't change the front sprocket an I lube mine pretty heavy also but I think its jus a cheap chain that can't handle all the torque!

 

I say your extended swing arm is the main reason the lube isn't staying on.
With the extra distance between sprockets is going to flex more in which throws more lube off the chain.

 

Liquid wrench is not a good chain lubricant. It is too light, the chain will throw it
off and lead to heavy wear. It's roll is as a break-free, penetrant. You can use it
to clean the chain prior to lubricating it.

There are several chain lubes on the market, the one's with
wax and penetrants work well for me. It sort of 'foams' on the chain. Just use a shop rag to wibe off what doesn't penetrate, so it doesn't fling that all over the swing-arm.

I highly recommend you get a 'specifically for chains' spray-lube and use it often.
You'll be amazed what regular, diligent maintainence will do for the life of the chain.

Ern

 

Yes liq wrench is a no no!! U never stated what brand 530 u have??

 

Yea I bought the chain from my cousin an don't remember what the brand was but I can tell its a cheap chain...what a good brand chain to buy?

 

Regina makes good chains, DID is always good, but I would lean towards the Tsubaki Sigma 530 chain. Stay away from RK chains, they are not made by the same people sometime after year 2000, before then, RK was also good though. PJ1 blue label chain lube is probably the best you can get unless you can get your hands on a spray called LPS-3. You spray your chain with PJ1 blue label at LEAST a few hours before you plan to ride, and I can tell you there will be no sling off. I usually spray my chain the day before I plan on using the bike though. Stick with 530 chain also, don't let anyone talk you into going 525 or worse 520.

 

RK still is a very good chain!! Absolutly nothing wrong w/525 0r 520 either r plenty strong enough for your bike. You will get a lil more mileage from a 530 though. No matter which pitch chain u choose keep up on maintenance and any will last! Rk 520 xw ring