How many miles should a chain last motorcycle?

Expect between 1,500 and 3,000 miles from a 10-speed chain. It helps to establish what counts as ‘worn out’. A chain is worn enough to affect transmission efficiency when it lengthens by 0.75\% but has some life left if extended mileage is the aim, in which case it should ideally be replaced when it lengthens by 1\%.

When should I replace my drive chain?

Chains should be installed with 2\% to 4\% of sag in the center of the sprocket distance. You could also use a gauge to measure and check the true chain pitch to the original chain pitch. A conveyor chain manufacture will recommend replacing the chain after 3\% elongation.

How often should a motorcycle chain be lubed?

every 300-600 miles
A motorcycle chain should be lubricated every 300-600 miles to ensure peak performance and a long life. Lubricate the chain after riding, not before. This allows time for the solvents in the spray to evaporate before the bike is used again, and lets the lubricant penetrate the link properly.

How often does a motorcycle chain need adjusting?

You should check and adjust your chain every 500 miles (805 km), and more often for a dirt bike. It’s also a great time to look for kinks or rust, and to give your chain a quick cleaning and lubrication, too.

How often should you replace a chain?

To avoid this accelerated wear of your cassette and chainrings, a general rule of thumb is to replace your bike’s chain every 2,000 miles. Mind you, this is just a starting point. No two chains will wear at exactly the same rate because no two riders treat their chains the same.

How many km is Ultegra chain?

I average around 6,000km on Ultegra 6701 chains but then I’m easy on the drivetrain and fastidious with maintenance.

Do new motorcycle chains stretch?

A new motorcycle chain will appear to stretch during the first few rides after installation. However, a chain should not stretch too much immediately and might be defective if it continues to stretch or needs to be constantly adjusted.

How long should a chain be?

After a measurement is obtained, its a good idea to opt for a necklace size that is at least the second size up from your neck size. For example, if you have an 18 inch neck, you should probably choose a chain length of 20 inches or more. An 18 inch chain would feel too tight.