MM379 Posted January 8, 2012 Report Share Posted January 8, 2012 Hey guys. I am trying to get some maintenance work done to get in some riding while this winter is so nice. When i bouthe it a +2 swing arm came with as well as some other parts. Turns out the +2 swing arm measures out to be a +4, so it looks like i'll be switching to the +4. The +4 needs bearings in the front so i got some from pivot works. Since i am going longer i figured it would be a good time to swap out the sprockets as they are worn and replace the chain. This brings me to my question. What should a person look for? I have seen o-ring, x-ring, and even a z-ring or non o-ring style chains. What is best? I went with the stock tooth set up on the front and rear sprockets and the only things done to it that i know of are different carbs, fmf exh, and the cool head. I found these two on dennis kirk and didn't know if they would be worth using. 520 FB https://www.denniskirk.com/moose/520-fb-o-ring-chain.p110206.prd/110206120.sku R4 520 https://www.denniskirk.com/renthal/r4-atv-z-ring-chain.p110258.prd/110258120.sku Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
locogato11283 Posted January 8, 2012 Report Share Posted January 8, 2012 Call FAST Racing. Jeff sells chain by the foot and can get you just what you need. 785-364-5325. Tell him the CEO of BansheeHQ told you to call. Also, for future reference, Rocky Mountain ATV is a much better place to buy odds and ends bullshit than Dennis Kirk. Give them a try also.. www.rockymountainatv.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2004LEBanshee Posted January 9, 2012 Report Share Posted January 9, 2012 X2. Also x ring and o ring are ideal for typical riding like trail and dune. The rings hold in lube. non o and x ring are typicaly for race only applications less resistance I guess. Never heard of z ring. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burke Posted January 9, 2012 Report Share Posted January 9, 2012 The "X" "O" "Z" ring chain referres to the rubber ring in each link. If you take the ring out and cut it and look at the end of the cut it will have that shape "O" "X" "Z". I personally like X ring , but have heard good things about the Z ring chains too... they do a better job and keeping dirt and crap out of the chain as well as keeping lube in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wacko2000 Posted January 9, 2012 Report Share Posted January 9, 2012 The "X" "O" "Z" ring chain referres to the rubber ring in each link. If you take the ring out and cut it and look at the end of the cut it will have that shape "O" "X" "Z". I personally like X ring , but have heard good things about the Z ring chains too... they do a better job and keeping dirt and crap out of the chain as well as keeping lube in. Learn something new everyday- was actually wondering about this myself Joe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coupelx Posted January 9, 2012 Report Share Posted January 9, 2012 Call FAST Racing. Jeff sells chain by the foot and can get you just what you need. 785-364-5325. Tell him the CEO of BangDudes.com told you to call. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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thomas h. Posted January 9, 2012 Report Share Posted January 9, 2012 I would go non o- ring with high strength rating because the dyno says so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
midlifecrisis Posted January 9, 2012 Report Share Posted January 9, 2012 I would go non o- ring with high strength rating because the dyno says so. You cant assume what type of riding hes doing! For a good all around chain in snow, sand, dirt etc.....you need a ringed chain, for riding where a chain will be replaced regularly or where their are no contaminants, a non ringed chain is fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MM379 Posted January 10, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 10, 2012 Thanks for all the comments and help. I knew about o and x ring chains before but never heard of a z ring. Tha riding i plan to do the most is dirt trails along with sand and a little riding in the snow if we ever get any up here. I wasn't really sure what was the best general chain to go with. Didn't know if there was a brand to stay away from or if one o-ring is the same as the next o-ring. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MM379 Posted January 11, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 11, 2012 Now I have a problem...i think. Installed the +4 swing arm last night and now the rear fenders are about 4" above the tires. Now either i gained alot of weight in a short amount of time, or there is a promlem here. I think the second option. I don't know who made the arm because it was included in the sale of the atv, but it does seem to use the stock rear shock set-up. The rear shock nut is tightened down about half way on the threads against the spring. Does it need a heavier spring? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fastquad02blaster Posted January 12, 2012 Report Share Posted January 12, 2012 Now I have a problem...i think. Installed the +4 swing arm last night and now the rear fenders are about 4" above the tires. Now either i gained alot of weight in a short amount of time, or there is a promlem here. I think the second option. I don't know who made the arm because it was included in the sale of the atv, but it does seem to use the stock rear shock set-up. The rear shock nut is tightened down about half way on the threads against the spring. Does it need a heavier spring? The shock link mounting point may be different on the long one. This is probably what's dropping your quad. You will probably have to get an adjustable one from somewhere. I think lonestar makes one. You might check on here for supporting vendors that have them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bansheesandrider Posted January 12, 2012 Report Share Posted January 12, 2012 Now I have a problem...i think. Installed the +4 swing arm last night and now the rear fenders are about 4" above the tires. Now either i gained alot of weight in a short amount of time, or there is a promlem here. I think the second option. I don't know who made the arm because it was included in the sale of the atv, but it does seem to use the stock rear shock set-up. The rear shock nut is tightened down about half way on the threads against the spring. Does it need a heavier spring? Your tires now have more leverage on the shock. You may need to adjust the preload, go to a different spring or even a different shock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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