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Hard acceleration creates chain flex
that causes power loss. D.I.D's VX and
ZVM-X Chains have increased Rigidity
to fight flex and minimize power loss.
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Model Weight Tensile Wear Maximum
Number per100 links Strength Resistance Disp. cc
428VX 2.66 lbs. 7,420 lbs. 2,700 350c.c.
520VX2 3.35 lbs. 8,210 lbs. 3,500 750c.c.
525VX 4.05 lbs. 9,220 lbs. 3,600 900c.c.
530VX 4.27 lbs. 9,220 lbs. 3.800 1000c.c.
520ZVM-X 3.59 lbs. 8,745 lbs. 3,500 1200c.c.
525ZVM-X 4.65 lbs. 10,428 lbs. 4,000 1300c.c.
530ZVM-X 4.85 lbs. 10,428 lbs. 4.000 1400c.c.