motorcycle chain

Two-wheeled drivetrain link

A motorcycle chain is the metal loop of linked segments that transfers power from the engine to the rear wheel.

Like a bicycle chain but heavier and stronger, it requires regular lubrication and tension adjustment.

The motorcycle chain snapped at highway speed.

Chain drive remains common on motorcycles despite belt and shaft alternatives.

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tension · lube · grease · oil · roller · rust · slack · adjustment · rear wheel · teeth · metal · clank · riding gear · snap · wear · replacement · rivets · o-ring

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drive system type

motorcycle chainbelt drive

Power transfer via loop

direct drive · drive belt

motion/state

motorcycle chainbroken chain

Disrupted linked sequence

Family

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Top 100,000
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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G