The chain can almost be said to be a motorcycle component exclusively for motorcycle riders. As an important part that transfers power from the engine to the tires, its importance can be said to be as important as the tires. However, compared with suspension, brake and other components, the chain is located in an inconspicuous position, and it has no attractive appearance and modification methods, which often makes some riders ignore it. Today, I will wait for Helmet King to learn more about the practical knowledge of the chain for everyone, and give a sigh of relief for the chain!

The difference between ordinary chain and oil seal chain

The term "oil seal chain" is often mentioned on the market or among riders. What does "oil seal" mean and what does it do? In fact, the oil seal chain means that there is a position called "oil seal" between the inner chain piece and the outer chain, which "seals" high-viscosity lubricating oil in it, so as to prevent foreign objects such as dust and debris from entering it. At the same time, it increases the lubricity performance and reduces the wear of the chain. Therefore, the service life of oil-sealed chains is usually longer than that of non-oil-sealed chains, and this is the main reason why oil-sealed chains are becoming more and more popular. Of course, the manufacturing quality of each brand, as well as the oil seal design, material, etc., are still very important to the quality of the chain. The most popular among Hong Kong riders are the RK and EK brands from Japan.

Regular maintenance of the chain

Some riders will understand the long service life of the oil seal chain as no need for maintenance. But in fact, to achieve a longer and better service life of the oil seal chain, it must be achieved through regular maintenance and cleaning. Compared with non-oil-sealed chains, the maintenance cycle of oil-sealed chains can be a little longer. It is best for car owners to clean and add chain oil to the oil-sealed chains of their cars every two to three months. In this way, the life of the oil seal chain can be exerted to the best limit. One thing that users of oil seal chains should pay special attention to is that the oil seal chains of most brands cannot be cleaned with volatile solvents such as WD-40 and gasoline, because this will block and damage the oil seal, which is not good for the life of the oil seal And lubricating efficiency, the advantage of oil seal chain just can't be brought into full play. The best choice for cleaning the oil seal chain is the special chain cleaner recommended by the manufacturer. To protect the expensive oil seal chain, remember to maintain it correctly and regularly!

Avoid over cleaning

Some car enthusiasts will clean the chain frequently because they want the chain to keep a clean and shiny appearance. However, this sometimes makes the chain more prone to rust, because excessive cleaning and lack of maintenance of lubricating oil on the chain will actually damage the life of the chain. If you really care about keeping your chain looking good, you can use a cleaning, lubricating, and anti-rust lubricant when cleaning. Spray it on a rag and wipe it off. As for riders who are not so particular about the appearance of the chain, when you have time, use a chain brush to remove the sand, dust and dirt that will cause wear on the surface, which can already achieve the effect of cleaning and extending the life of the chain.

Adjust the tension for your chain

Finally, I would like to remind everyone that when maintaining the chain regularly, you can pay attention to whether the tightness of the chain is too loose/too tight. The chain is too loose and may come off while driving. If the chain is too tight, it will damage the life of the chainring, and the chain will be more likely to break due to the instantaneous high horsepower output of the motorcycle. Whether it is too loose or too tight, it is not conducive to driving safety. As for how to measure the tightness of the chain, you can refer to the guidelines in the original owner/maintenance manual. Some car manufacturers will also mark the ideal tightness on the rocker arm or chain cover. You can refer to the relevant figures and adjust it regularly Chain tightness.