Topic: 530 O-ring changed just in time

[daewon774]

For anyone that's interested, here is a pic of what a 530 0-ring chain will do to your CB550.  I know there's a ton of pics already on the forum, but wanted to throw more reason for everyone to check their chain types on their 550s. 

I just changed the chain this morning to a std chain and I'm really glad I did...

[oldbob]

My Water Buffalo ('76 Suzuki GT750) had been fitted with an o-ring chain when I bought it. I probably would have done the same thing as an "upgrade." The increased chain width cut a groove into a plate that covers a counter-shaft bearing. It also temporarily affected the c/s sprocket's fit, causing a different problem. Fortunately, it was all easily corrected.

I suspect that many vintage bikes don't have enough clearance for o-ring chains.

That collection of wires under the counter-shaft is the switch for the digital gear position indicator. And it still works.

Bob