530 vs 630

[storm 64]

Gremlins, that's new. All I've ever seen is neglect.

Ha, that's a good one I think what Ed means is, he'll hold off on the 530 up grade till his 630 wears out... I think??

[GSXR7ED]

Just A Term I Use...

Gremlins, that's new. All I've ever seen is neglect.

It was early this morning and that's what came to mind.

Another term that comes to mind is, "fair, wear, and tear" and "scheduled maintenance".

Not knocking the 630/530 conversion...I will eventually do it. MrBill had suggested it to me the first time we met up last year. He said it was the best decision he made.


Ed

[GSXR7ED]

Thank You!

Ha, that's a good one I think what Ed means is, he'll hold off on the 530 up grade till his 630 wears out... I think??

Yes, that is correct Storm. And I also thought about a movie called "Gremlins" with Phoebe Cates.


Ed

[mrbill5491]

Yup, when I compared my old 630 to the new 530 set up, the weight difference was huge. Being that a new 630 chain just by itself was going to cost more then the complete 530 setup. Once I had installed the 530 set up the alignment was spot on and could feel the difference in throttle response as well. If your current 630 set up is fairly new yet, it would be silly to do the conversion right now. Though once you are ready for a new chain and sprockets, that is the time to do it. And as far as the master link is concerned, I've have always used the clip links, never have I had a problem with one. Once I get the clip seated, I dab a little bit of silicone over the clip for a little added measure of securing it.

[NoH2Oh]

Did the conversion on my '78 750 last season and could not be happier. There are 520 conversions for todays liter bikes so I think the 530 is strong enough.

[smoothbored]

I need a link to explain how the X o-ring chains works. This is new to me. And do any vendors offer a kit with both sprockets and chain? This would also be a perfect time for changing my final drive ratio. thanks all...

[tkent02]

Basically the chain is greased, and then sealed when the plates are pressed togther during manufacture. Dirt and water sealed out, grease sealed in. Look at Z-1, they sell complete kits. Actually better to call them, they have real people who know what they are talking about. A few are even members of this forum.

[smoothbored]

one more time...

the difference between a standard O ring chain and a X O ring chain?????

[tkent02]

the difference between a standard O ring chain and a X O ring chain?????

Cut across the o ring chain's ring, look at the end of the piece you cut, so you can see the cross section. The end of the o rings are round in cross section. Just like a tiny donut. The x rings are shaped like an X. It makes them operate with less friction, so less rolling resistance on the chain going down the road. Also it acts as a separate oil seal and dirt/water seal, so the sealing aspect of it lasts a lot longer.

[smoothbored]

So the cross section is squared opposed to round , Thanks!

[Rob S.]

could feel the difference in throttle response

Really? Now you're talking my language! Now I'll consider it.

Are there any numbers (1/4 mile, top speed) that quantify the difference?

What's the weight advantage of a 530 set up over a 630 on an 1100EZ?

[850 Combat]

I will switch when my Skunk needs a new chain. No reason to while my 630 is still good. I hardly ride the Skunk anyway.

[GateKeeper]

I need a link to explain how the X o-ring chains works. This is new to me. And do any vendors offer a kit with both sprockets and chain? This would also be a perfect time for changing my final drive ratio. thanks all...

http://www.didchain.com/streetChains.html

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(Compared with Normal O-Ring)

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[tkent02]

One more time...

So the cross section is squared opposed to round , Thanks!

No, not square, it's shaped like an X.

[jeff.saunders]

I don't think they even make x ring 630s.

They do...

We sell the 630 XW chain...