which chain should I get?

[GlennB]

Will any 525 chain fit my 99 zx6?
whats a reasonable brand to get hand how much should I pay. was thinking to spend 140-160 dollars.
I have seen another brand in a yellow box for $90, anybody know this brand? and is the chain ok?
cheer
Glenn

[Phil]

i'd opt for either a (for logevity) or a 520 (for a few more hp) rather than the 525, id also replace the sprockets as well.

depends on wether you want a quality chain or no-name, choice is yours but i ALWAYS buy a good quality chain with a rivet link, just my $0.02 worth - take it or leave it

BTW, I use DID or RK

[GlennB]

thanks Phil, Yep Im changing both sprockets and going up 3 teeth on the rear.Im thinking between DID and RK.
How many ks will I get out of 520? and how much more will I get out of a 525?
Cheers

[Neka79]

umm if ur current sprockets are 530, u will need a 530 chain....

ussually u replace all 3 (chain and both sprockets) as a bad sprocket will chew out a chain quickly...

the higher the number (530,525,520) the stronger and heavier the chain, therefore the longer it lasts..the lower the number the lighter the chain, and the more HP gain u will get...

if the bikes a commuter id go 530..if its a track bike, id go 520...if its a bit of everything id go 525...

hope that helps

also ...try to avoid alloy sprockets unless ur racing..they are super light and look cool, but they dont last long!!

[GlennB]

bugger already baught the rear sprocket, not sure if its a 525 or 520 I just asked for one that fits a 99zx6. I presume it will fit my current size chain 525 so I guess I'll have to stick with that size with my new chain.

[Neka79]

yea u need to match the pitch..525 etc.. different length of links etc..so the wrong sizes wont work very well at all...