Tsubaki chain experiences?

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I picked up a Tsubaki chain for a deal, non-o ring, basic mx chain. It seems to be stretching a lot faster that prior chains I've used (DID ert2, Renthal R1). It seems like I'm tightening it every other moto, however I know chains stretch a bit when new then settle down after a while. I probably have 6-7 motos on it. I don't run it too tight (3 fingers behind the slider rule). I'm just wondering if anyone has had one as well that just took a while to break in then was good, or if you can tell me that its low quality and will just keep stretching and stretching- I'll pay up for a good chain before my new sprockets are ruined.

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mxb2 11/17/2010 4:22pm
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Ck yourmanual for chain slack?, make sure the adjusters on both sides are the same, I think 3finger rule is a littleloosemake it 2 1/2, but double ck manual, what kinda bike? 2 stroke , 4 stroke? I use RK chains after the break in period, its good to go, just clean it , lube it, and keep it adjusted, Not cheap , but you get what you pay for !
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mxgreg85 11/17/2010 4:30pm
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Thanks for your reply. Chain slack is correct, adjusters are even. Bike is a kx250f. I know that RK is good stuff, was just wondering if someone had an opinion either way on Tsubaki.
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mxb2 11/17/2010 5:10pm
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mxgreg85 wrote:
Thanks for your reply. Chain slack is correct, adjusters are even. Bike is a kx250f. I know that RK is good stuff, was just wondering if...
Thanks for your reply. Chain slack is correct, adjusters are even. Bike is a kx250f. I know that RK is good stuff, was just wondering if someone had an opinion either way on Tsubaki.
I ve heard good things about Tsubaki, depends what model chain you bought?
xnationalwrench 11/17/2010 6:34pm
11/17/2010 6:34pm
There are several different types (models) of chain from them. Back in the day we used Diamond chain, then used Tsubaki off and on (when DID didn't sponsor us). For the most part it is a good chain especially for the price.

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CamP 11/17/2010 8:10pm
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If you are looking for a chain that you literally only have to adjust once, get a DID 520VT2 and put it on Ironman/MSR sprockets.
project racer 11/17/2010 11:57pm
11/17/2010 11:57pm
I used a Tsubaki QR 520 back in the mid 90's for a bit. Good chain,but the press fit master link was a pain in the ass.
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mxgreg85 11/18/2010 2:17pm
11/18/2010 2:17pm
Thanks everyone for your replies. I'll run it for a while longer in hopes of the stretch calming down. Is it spring time yet Smile
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buggz 11/18/2010 7:04pm
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RK GB520MXU best chain there is
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TerryK 11/18/2010 8:01pm
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The big question is, did you replace the sprockets as well?
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mxgreg85 11/19/2010 3:33am
11/19/2010 3:33am
TerryK wrote:
The big question is, did you replace the sprockets as well?
Yep, not my first rodeo. All at once, every time. I know that 1 worn component of the sprocket, chain, sprocket combination will cause faster wear for the other components. Thats the main reason for my concern, I don't want my new sprockets to be ruined by an overstretched chain and have to replace all again. If people had replied that the Tsubaki was no good, I would have thrown a good chain on there quickly while the sprockets are still good instead of replacing the whole package all over again. Sunstar sprockets, aluminum rear- I know people will ask. Thanks again all for the replies.
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mxb2 11/19/2010 10:39am
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buggz wrote:
RK GB520MXU best chain there is
X2 on the RK stuff, the best out ther! IMO, If it was junk i doubt Pro Circuit would use it!

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