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KXcam22:
GDubb,
  Keep in mind tha expensive chain (read quality) is actually cheaper in the long run.  Picture the difference between the stock KX chain and a sidewinder.  Heck, I took the 12 year old "quality" chain off my K5 and put it on my new 450 because it was better. Cam.

Hillclimb#42:
I also recommend staying away from an X-Ring Chain or also called "Continuous Chain" These have a Rivot-type Master Link, which is more practical for a Street Bike. The Master on these chains have a press together,  then a Flaring tool to set the Link , instead of the typical clip type link. I got one of these, and the quality of chain is nice, price is higher, but a huge pain in the a** plus I didn't have the peace of mind of the familiar master link.
  Its all personal preference on the set-up you start with, but you should consider small changes one way or the other, when breaking the chain to leave yourself the adjustment for a change especially if you ride different terrains.
 13 countershaft is a little safer because you have the transmission to run fast in open terrain. And the k5 has alot of bottom grunt that 125's and 250's don't have, so it won't die around every corner because you try a 14. You may need to clutch a little more in one area or another either way. Either while in tight turns (if you run the 14) or while shifting through the tranny in the open (with a 13) When your arm is getting fatigued from fanning the clutch, or your leg from restarting, you'll know when you are geared wrong for the riding. :-D

GREENKAW24:
I use renthal sprockets and chain. The renthal 520 non oring chain never stretch. Wide open holeshots can put a strain on a chain, and others I have tried in the past have stretched, but not the renthal.
www.pinsonnaultracing.com
www.motosport.com
www.cheapcycleparts.com
all can get you whatever else you need for your bike.

maddoggy:

--- Quote from: GREENKAW24 on February 04, 2009, 11:17:41 AM ---I use renthal sprockets and chain. The renthal 520 non oring chain never stretch. Wide open holeshots can put a strain on a chain, and others I have tried in the past have stretched, but not the renthal.
www.pinsonnaultracing.com
www.motosport.com
www.cheapcycleparts.com
all can get you whatever else you need for your bike.

--- End quote ---

all chain will stretch over time even if it's a minimal amount. even the best chain will, i repeat will stretch some. i would recommend staying away from a non-oring chain. the oring is there to keep the dirt out and we all know that dirt is the primary source of wear on most components. alot of sprocket wear in my opinion is caused by worn chain. check out the thread titled "long term chain care" that answers alot of questions concerning sprockets and chain. its a good read if nothing else.         MADDOGGY

3Razors:
For dunes on a 500 I've always favored steel sprockets and o-ring chains.  I've had just about every sprocket on the market and lately my favorite bang for the buck is the primary drive steel sprockets and o-ring chains from Rockymountainatv.com  They are just as tough as anything I've used before and the price can't be beat.  You can get a 14/47 sprockets/chain combo for $74.99.  Give em a try and I'm sure you'll be impressed.

http://www.rockymountainatv.com/productDetail.do?navType=type&navTitle=Drive&webTypeId=123&webCatId=9&prodFamilyId=9635#vehicleSelect

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