Ok looking at a whale chain tool but they come in various sizes. So what type and size is the standard chain on the 2011 blade Cheers
530, but you want a 520 chain & ultralite sprockets Matt, cuts down on transmission lash (& subsequent transmission loss) B&C Express for Renthal Sprockets & Tsubaki chain,
cheers Craig, not looking at changing the chain or sprocket yet, just want to make sure I get the right chain tool for the bike.
But with a 520 chain you get increased wear and strech rates. A 530 chain is what i would reccomend for road use.
Not sure how you work that one out, i get more miles out of an aftermarket good quality 520 chain than an oe 530 one.
On my 600 I got over 35000 miles out of a DID 530 chain and sprocket kit, had a 525 chain on it when i bought it again did and that only managed 20000 miles.
Oi mate you don't keep a bike long enough to find out lol If the 530 is standard and you get a good quality one, as you would with a 520 Why would this make a difference in chain life?