X-Ring superbike chain made to meet certain manufacturer requirements for strength and durability on today's high performance machines. DID's ZLV Chain uses patented X-ring seals. Like O-rings, X-rings function to seal in lubrication and keep dirt out. Where the cross section of an O-ring is circular, the cross section of an X-ring is 'X' or cross shaped. This gives the seal additional contact points compared to the O ring, offering superior sealing and protection against dirt and grit getting stuck under the seal. In addition, when under pressure an O-ring becomes squashed and causes friction. An X-ring, when under pressure, diverts this pressure by twisting instead, so an X-ring decreases friction between side plates and reduces power loss by 50% of any other type O-ring chain. DID's X-rings have 40% greater wear resistance than an O-ring chain and 33 times that of a DID standard chain; this means more resistance to stretching, bowing and warping and smoother handling. With the proper maintenance an X-ring chain will last longer than any O-ring or unsealed chain.
Fitment Table:
| Make |
Model |
Year |
| Yamaha |
YZF1000R Thunder Ace |
96-02 |
| Yamaha |
FZR1000Â Genesis
|
87-88 |
| Kawasaki |
ZX10 Tomcat (ZX1000-B1-B3)-Tomcat
|
88-90 |
| Suzuki |
RF900 RZ S USA |
1995 |
| Suzuki |
RF900R |
94-00 |
| Yamaha |
Y~F1000R Thunder Ace (4VD) |
98-00 |
| Yamaha |
XJR1200 (4PU/4RB) |
95-98 |
| Yamaha |
FZR1000R (EXUP) |
89-95 |
