{"product_id":"530-108-o-ring-drive-chain-for-yamaha-xs500-xs-500-1975","title":"530-108 O-Ring Drive Chain for Yamaha XS500 XS 500 1975","description":"\u003ch2\u003e530-108 O-Ring Drive Chain for Yamaha\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 530-108 O-Ring Drive Chain is a replacement drive chain built to transfer power from the countershaft sprocket to the rear wheel sprocket on Yamaha XS500 motorcycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 530-108 O-Ring Drive Chain is a direct-fit replacement drive chain for the Yamaha XS500 motorcycles listed in the title. The O-ring sealed design holds lubricant at the pins and rollers to reduce wear and stretch over the life of the chain, making this drive chain a solid choice for riders doing routine driveline maintenance or a full replacement. Riders and shops working on a Yamaha XS500 will find this 530-108 O-Ring Drive Chain sized to the 108-link length called for by the model year in the title.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eBuilt For Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e530 pitch matches the standard chain size used on Yamaha XS500 models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e108-link length fits the stock sprocket combination without cutting links on the listed year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eO-ring seals between every pin and roller retain grease and block out grit and water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat-treated pins and rollers resist elongation under the load of a 500cc twin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSealed design cuts the frequency of manual chain lubrication between service intervals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFits These Machines\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003efor Yamaha XS500, 1975\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOn-The-Job Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoutine driveline replacement on a worn or stretched chain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear sprocket and countershaft sprocket swaps on XS500 projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoration builds returning a 1975 XS500 to road-ready condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular maintenance checks for riders logging high mileage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecs At A Glance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number(s)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e530-108\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChain Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eO-Ring sealed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePitch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e530\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLink Count\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e108\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch4\u003eGood To Know\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do I need to cut this chain to fit? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e No, the 108-link length is matched to the 1975 Yamaha XS500 model listed, so it installs at its full length with the stock sprockets. A chain tool is still needed to press the master link.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Should I replace the sprockets at the same time? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh sprockets paired with a new O-ring chain wear together more evenly and extend the life of both parts. Worn sprocket teeth will accelerate stretch in a new chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSlight variation in finish or dimensions may occur between production runs, and fit can depend on serial number, so confirm compatibility before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Solid Spare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51149541441622,"sku":"OO1C30859","price":128.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/8460\/0662\/files\/s-l1600_b1927ef4-bd98-40fa-b5d4-0b76b7162cec.jpg?v=1794570811","url":"https:\/\/www.solidspare.com\/products\/530-108-o-ring-drive-chain-for-yamaha-xs500-xs-500-1975","provider":"Solid Spare","version":"1.0","type":"link"}