Stiff chain links (O-ring)

[ThunderGuts]

Morning all,

I suspect I know the (unpleasant!) answer to this one, but I noticed when cleaning and lubing the chain that a few links are pretty stiff. They'll just about bend in the "right" direction, i.e. so it'll sit on the sprockets, but these few links aren't freely moving (although they do seem to mate to the sprocket).

My gut feeling is that the fact there is friction means joints will be wearing (with obvious consequences)and therefore it's got limited, or even very limited, life left . . . and I should buy new chain and sprockets.

Am I right, or am I overreacting?

Cheers
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TG.

[jaffa90]

You are right.

[doggone]

It would be possible to free it up but chains aren't that dear and if it lets go on the road it can be nasty.

If the sprockets aren't obviously worn just get a chain if funds are tight.

[ThunderGuts]

[dn38416]

Have you tried penetrating oil?

I would give that a go, and let it sit for a bit, possibly go at it with a strong brush too. Assuming it's worth it (like if there's lots of mileage in it without the kinks).

I had something similar after using dry lube for a while through winter which was crap. Some links were totally solid, no movement and had to replace.

[MCN]

Chain is Goosed.

Check sprockets.

Depending on mileage on the transmission/drive you more than possibly can get away with only a chain,

My S1000RR fcuked its chain at 4k.

A new chain was fitted (though sprockets were advised by shop) I ignored the advice and new chain and OEM sprockets are still fine at 11k.

The chain was dry but I got it before the sprockets suffered.
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Disclaimer: The comments above may be predicted text and not necessarily the opinion of MCN.

[ThunderGuts]

I've ordered sprockets anyway; it's not a massive cost on top of the chain so I may as well do the job properly.
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TG.