Motorcycle Chain Sizes Explained

Motorcycle Chain Sizes Explained The three-digit number on every chain’s outer plate encodes pitch and width. Both must match your sprockets exactly — one wrong digit means the chain won’t work. This guide decodes the numbering system and shows which size...

What Type of Chain Is Used in Motorcycles?

What Type of Chain Is Used in Motorcycles? From a 0.57 kg/m standard 420 on a 50cc scooter to a 43.0 kN Super X-ring 530-series on a heavyweight tourer — every motorcycle uses a specific roller chain variant. This guide explains the types, the naming code, and how...