alternative drive chain

[Soulfly]

Hey guys what would be a good or better substitute for a drive chain without me having to change anything out?

 

[Sidewinder Jerry]

Hey guys what would be a good or better substitute for a drive chain without me having to change anything out?

You need to clarify your question to where it's more understandable.

 

[DAMIEN1307]

substitute for a drive chain without me having to change anything out

How does one "substitute" without changing something out for something different to take its place to do the job???

 

[michael whiteman]

Chain Dimensions​

Chain types are identified by number like a number 40 chain. The rightmost digit is 0 for chain of the standard dimensions; 1 for lightweight chain; and 5 for roller less bushing chain. The digits to the left indicate the pitch of the chain in eighths of an inch. For example, a number 40 chain would have a pitch of four-eighths of an inch, or 1/2", and would be of the standard dimensions in width, roller diameter, etc.

The roller diameter is "nearest binary fraction" (32nd of an inch) to 5/8ths of the pitch; pin diameter is half of roller diameter. The width of the chain, for "standard" (0 series) chain, is the nearest binary fraction to 5/8ths of the pitch; for narrow chains (1 series) width is 41% of the pitch. Sprocket thickness is approximately 85-90% of the roller width.

Bicycle and Motorcycle Chain Dimensions

Chain ​	Pitch​	Roller ​	Roller ​	Sprocket ​	Working ​
Number​	Length​	Diameter​	Width​	Thickness​	Load​
Bike w/o derailleur​	1/2"​	0.313"​	0.094"​	0.084"​
Bike w/derailleur​	1/2"​	0.313"​	0.125"​	0.110"​
410 or 43​	1/2"​	0.305​	0.125"​	0.110"​
415​	1/2"​	0.305​	0.187​	0.118"​	1/16” wider than 410
420​	1/2"​	0.313"​	0.250"​	0.227"​
428​	1/2"​	0.335"​	0.313"​	0.284"​
520​	5/8"​	0.400"​	0.250"​	0.227"​
530​	5/8"​	0.400"​	0.375"​	0.343"​
630​	3/4"​	0.469"​	0.375"​	0.343"​

ANSI Standard Chain Dimensions

Chain ​	Pitch​	Roller ​	Roller ​	Sprocket ​	Working ​
Number​	Length​	Diameter​	Width​	Thickness​	Load​
25​	1/4"​	0.130"​	0.125"​	0.110"​	140 lbs​
35​	3/8"​	0.200"​	0.188"​	0.168"​	480 lbs​
40​	1/2"​	0.313"​	0.313"​	0.284"​	810 lbs​
41​	1/2"​	0.306"​	0.250"​	0.227"​	500 lbs​
50​	5/8"​	0.400"​	0.375"​	0.343"​	1400 lbs​
60​	3/4"​	0.469"​	0.500"​	0.459"​	1950 lbs​
80​	1"​	0.625"​	0.625"​	0.575"​	3300 lbs​

 

[ImpulseRocket]

Hey guys what would be a good or better substitute for a drive chain without me having to change anything out?

Do you just want a better quality 415h chain?

I buy this chain. 10ft is enough to basically do 2 bikes.

Amazon.com

It's a properly riveted chain and has been excellent for the price point.

KMC makes a good 415 chain as well.

415H Super Duty

Bicycle Chains designed for road, mountain, cyclocross, gravel and more. Compatible with Shimano, SRAM, and Campagnolo components. Less noise. Built for strength and speed.

kmcchain.us

Or, if you feel a little more spendy you can take your pick of DID, EK, or RK chains as they all offer 415h chains as well and are all excellent brands.