Chain drive
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From: the 50s & the 60s
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fiend, gearing is the only reason I run chain.
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Road Captain
Joined: Aug 2007
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From: Vancouver Wa.
I have personally though a chain would be a good idea if you rise a lot of gravel or if you were planning a Alaska trip, due to my assumption than the chain would be less likely to eat a rock and break your belt or sprocket.
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Joined: Apr 2010
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From: Marina del Rey
It is much easier/quicker to repair, along the roadside, in an emergency, by carrying a few extra links + a small breaker.
Road Captain
Joined: Oct 2008
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From: Cincinnati
You're just as likely to pick up a rock on a country road in Kentucky as you are in Alaska. Frankly a small rock usually doesn't hurt a belt. I accidentally ran a screw through a belt once, unscrewed it and ran the belt another 30,000 miles.
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Joined: Apr 2009
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From: Long Island, NY
If the sole purpose is because you want that look, only you can decide if it is worth it. As others pointed out, a belt is certainly cleaner. You will get some fling with a chain, but it's not all that bad. Also, you will need to spend a couple minutes lubing the chain every 1000 miles or so depending on riding conditions. Also, not a big deal.
I converted to the chain when I went with the bigger motor, for it's strength and reliability. (I also happen to like the way it looks!).
I converted to the chain when I went with the bigger motor, for it's strength and reliability. (I also happen to like the way it looks!).
Hey all, just got an opportunity from zippers performance to get a first ever chain drive conversion kit for a 08 and up fat bob. Now I'm really thinking what to do...to go chain or stay belt. I'll be honest the sole purpose of wanting to go chain is to get that ol school look. Please any and all opinions are encourged and welcome.
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