Whats the difference between-

[Akrapovic]

An O' ring and X' ring chain. I just ordered Caz a new chain and sprocket and it did say her make and model of bike for the O' ring so I know its the right one for her. But was just wondering whats better, or if you can only use X' ring for specific kinds of riding??

Cheers in advance.

[baldy]

O ring chains have an "O" ring which goes between each link and helps to lubricate and keep in the lube (I can't believe it's not butter!) the "X" ring is the same but its shaped like an X and not an O.Suposed to be a better shape than an O

[Akrapovic]

Cheers Baldy.

If you dont know, you dont know!!

[McWullie]

So whats the advantage & disadvantage of both?? Are they both arround the same price & do you require a different sprocket for each chain??

[baldy]

What’s the difference between O-rings and X-Ring seals?

Both offer perfectly adequate sealing to contain the grease between the pins and bushings, and to keep contaminants out. But the disadvantage of O-rings versus non-sealed chains is increased friction, caused by the sideplates rubbing against the rubber seals. That’s why racers often opt for non-sealed chains, even though it means they have to replace their chains more frequently.

EK invented the O-ring chain for motorcycles back in 1974, but we’ve improved on our invention with the revolutionary Quadra-X Ring seal. The Quadra-X Ring reduces friction by as much as 40 percent, thanks to its smaller contact area. Yet it offers even better sealing than a conventional O-ring, because it has twice as many contact points between the ring and sideplates. It’s the optimal combination of maximum sealing protection with minimum friction. Bench tests show that EK Quadra-X Ring chains last 50 percent longer than standard O-ring chains.

Both are around the same price and you do not require to have different sprockets etc.I would normally always change the sprockets and chain together as worn sprockets will damage a new chain.