Honda drive chains

[marcusb]

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This is my first"real" bike so I have nothing to base the chain performance on.
When I put on a new chain (honda "O" ring) I get 10,000k trouble free. After that I have to tighten the chain every
200-500k. I get about another 8,000k till I am out of adjustment.
Is this normal?
Is there a locally produced chain and gearset that will perform better and not be too much more money?
Thanks
marcus

[TonyBKK]

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Thailand is awash in cheap low quality chains. I wasn't aware that there are O-ring chains available for the CBR 150. I think your bike runs a 428 size chain, right? Ah- quick google search reveals that yes, there are O-Ring chains in 428 size:
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...T.ac=SLIsearch

Anyway, if you want a chain that lasts I recommend you get a genuine MADE IN JAPAN chain. The fake chains in Thailand often say "Made in Japan" so the only way I know of to make sure you get a genuine quality chain is to buy from a reputable shop or order from abroad yourself.

Hope this helps!

Tony