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Hi, Does anyone know if I can fit an o'ring chain to my 1959 Model 50 (featherbed frame) and if so do I have to alter sprockets or chain size?
Thanks
Jak
The problem with fitting a…
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Previously jak_lemon wrote…
Previously jak_lemon wrote:
Hi, Does anyone know if I can fit an o'ring chain to my 1959 Model 50 (featherbed frame) and if so do I have to alter sprockets or chain size?
Thanks
Jak
I have only used standard Renold chains on my Nortons as the clearance between the gearbox case and the primary chaincase is not wide enough for even modern non o-ring chains.
regards, Ian
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The problem with fitting a O ring chain to a bike with a pressed steel chaincase is the possibility of the chain rubbing on the back of the inner chaincase and even wearing through it. There is minimal clearance there so check carefully before you go down that route.