Non O-ring (Roller Chain) vs O-ring vs X-ring Chains on Sur-Ron Ultra Bee I said the x ring chain put me over 30 mph, when I meant to say 30 miles. Update 07-08-2024: The chain I now use is DID 520VX3GB which you can find on amazon.
You're welcome. If you are road riding, roller is too loud and offers no advantages. I thought about doing range test with dirt riding, but I just decided to settle on x-ring. I think it's a good compromise between maintenance and performance. I have a 54t ordered for dirt. I'm hoping for more range with larger sprocket.
My Niche X-Ring Chain sucks. Way too heavy IMO. Trying out a roller chain, just tested on the stand and I got 9mph more top speed. Trail testing it tomorrow.
I can believe that, it is heavier. The stand speed test is interesting, but I saw no difference on the road. I haven't had a chance to try out the trails yet.
@@MetalClub yes, I switched to a cheap roller chain, it wore out very quickly and needed constant adjustment after each ride. I'm sure if I bought a high quality, name brand chain, it would of been absolutely fine. I ended up switching to a high quality DID X ring chain (link to it is in my most recent video description) IMO roller chain would be fine if you ride on road and X ring will perform and last longer if you ride off road. Range difference is negligible.
