chain life

I was prepping our two G310GS bikes for traveling this summer. Among tasks I decided to replace the chains. So with 25,000 miles on the original OEM chain on my bike I proceeded to replace the chain. I removed the old chain; made sure I had the same number of links on the new chain; and put...

I believe I knew the answer to this at one point. If you read the owners manual, it starts off by referencing measure 9 pins. The diagram shows 10 as does the wording below the diagram. Is it 9 or 10 pins?

I have been kicking around the idea of getting an adventure bike for a 2nd bike. The question I have is what type of final drive is best? I haven't had a bike with a chain since the 70's. What type of maintenance can I expect from a chain and sprocket drive? I also see that BMW makes or made...

OK First I don't like chains.... Now I feel better. Sorry needed to get that off my bag. So now tat I have replaced the chain and both sprokets. How do I get the most out of this mess. What are suggestions for maintance. Presently I check tension keep it clean and use wd-40 to keep it that...