D.I.D Street Chain Selection

D.I.D has multiple product offerings for on-road bikes. We briefly break down various chain products to help you discover which chain is necessary for your bike and style of riding.

[@johnharris7756]

Maybe include a sticker decal that would be nice for the price you pay

[@DIDDirtStarNorthAmerica]

Hey, John. Sorry about that. We try to include stickers shipped from our location. Just email [e-mail], and we can send you some stickers.

[@TankToChest]

I love my DiD chains. Pure quality 🙌 Every chain I get the paper has been a little ripped or worn because it’s packaging material could I ask for a fresh sheet of stamped wrapping paper I could frame and put on my wall 😅

[@DIDDirtStarNorthAmerica]

Shoot us an email at [e-mail] and we'll handle it!

[@sabs1970]

​@@DIDDirtStarNorthAmerica it seems you have lowered the build quality of your Zvmx Gold 525 - 530 chains i am now on my second replacement chain as now they are needing way too much adjustment now , which is a concern of chain strength or even safely your Zvmx chains were way better before so please what has changed, are chains the still ? made in japan so whats has changed with them other than the new box artwork

[@DIDDirtStarNorthAmerica]

@@sabs1970 Thanks for the feedback! All products are still 100% manufactured in Japan and will continue to be. The ZVM-X series, specifically for the 525 and 530 sizes have received a seal upgrade, which is why they are now modeled as the ZVM-X2. These two sizes are our last two X-Ring chains to receive this seal upgrade as the other chains in our lineup have received the upgrade over the last several years.

[@unionrdr]

The crux of the problem is, Sealed chains are stiffer & absorb more power than regular chains to move, bend around the sprockets, etc. So, you need more power to compensate. Won't work on my V Star 250.

[@dustindutcher6898]

I put an o-ring on my Vstar 250 and couldn't tell the difference.

[@unionrdr]

@@dustindutcher6898 I did the chat thing on Cycle Gear website and they said sealed chain has less friction? Still needs lube too of course.

[@vgl402]

Hello! can you please tell me which version of Vx3 525 is the in best (most durable) on both of these 3

[@DIDDirtStarNorthAmerica]

X-Ring chains are the most durable and will give you the longest chain life. There aren't any durability differences between colors, however, the G&B and Silver colorways have two plated layers, which technically gives the metal a little more protection. Chain maintenance frequency is the key to longevity!

[@vgl402]

@@DIDDirtStarNorthAmerica Thank you! I will stick to vx3 no matter what colour.

[@akmtboy1776]

Hi I'm from India, please recommend me chain for mt 15 and how to buy it ?

[@DIDDirtStarNorthAmerica]

Thank you for reaching out! Because of your location, D.I.D Asia will be your point of contact for this request. D.I.D Asia can be reached via email at: [e-mail] or via contact form at: www.didasia.co.th/contact-2/ Also, we have a D.I.D location in India. Daido India Pvt. Ltd. SP2-96 New Industrial Complex,(Majrakath), Neemrana,Dist. Alwar,Rajasthan,301 705,India [phone](TEL)　[phone](FAX) Hope this helps. Please let us know if you have any additional questions. Thank you D.I.D | Daido Corporation of America

[@akmtboy1776]

@@DIDDirtStarNorthAmerica please ensure that the chain is available for MT 15

[@tantrikdoka5376]

Can I swap an O-ring chain with a X-ring chain?

[@DIDDirtStarNorthAmerica]

YES! We highly recommend switching as the rider feel and chain life will be greatly improved from an O-Ring chain.

[@adibz959]

How about ervt?

[@DIDDirtStarNorthAmerica]

ERVT is a great chain option for Dual Sport bikes that see a mix of on and off-road because of its thin design and X-Ring seals for a longer chain life.