Historic Italian manufacturer Regina ( Regina Catene Calibrate S . p . A .) practically invented motorcycle drive chains ( and most power transmission chain concepts ) back in 2019 - but it is not a company that rests on past achievements , as proven by the recent launches of its HPE series maintenance-free chains . Yes , chains that do not need relubricating every 1,000 miles or less . The secret sauce in development of the new 520 and 525 series HPE chains by Regina has been in the use of its in-house developed Tetrahedral Amorphous Carbon ( ta-C ) coating applied to the surfaces of the chain bushes and rollers . This guarantees resistance , smoothness and , above all , allows elimination of the periodic relubrication . An exclusive feature that , in addition to increasing the chain ' s efficiency and duration , minimizes the splashes of lubricant while riding and eliminating the need for the routine relubrication required to keep conventional motorcycle chains operating at peak performance . Hazelwood , Missouri based Mid-USA Motorcycle Parts has stepped up and is stocking a choice of three 530-series Regina chains - the ' Big Brothers ' of the 520 and 525 chains and more suited to the drive chain needs of bigger inch touring and cruiser V- twins - Harley , Indian and custom applications . Regina ' s 530 RT ( Standard Roller ) is intended for normal street use . These chains ensure high milage with reduced elongation . Assembled with solid bushings and rollers , they have shot-peened plates , pins and rollers to increase the fatigue resistance . They have 7,756 lbs average tensile strength and
530 ZRP2 - Drag Racing Z-Ring
530 RT - Standard Roller
include clip-type and rivet-type master links . The 530 ZRT ( Z-Ring ) chain features patented Z-Ring technology that provides enhanced chain flexibility . The lubricants are trapped between the plates to keep the unit lubricated and increasing its life . This chain has an 8,992 lbs average tensile strength and includes rivet-type master links . At the top of the range is the 530 ZRP2 ( Drag Racing Z-Ring ) chain - a heavy-duty version of the standard
Z-Ring chain with 9,442 lbs average tensile strength and rivet-type master links .
MID-USA Hazelwood , Missouri , USA US : 800 527 0501 Canada : 800 893 9261 www . mid-usa . com www . reginachain . net
530 ZRT - Z-Ring
The secret sauce is the use of Regina ' s in-house developed Tetrahedral Amorphous Carbon ( ta-C ) coating - applied to the surfaces of the chain bushes and rollers .
Klock Werks - Performance Bagger Hugger Series
Mitchell , South Dakota based Klock Werks would like to introduce us to " Henry " - a new front fender in its performance bagger hugger series that is the result of a collaboration between Brian Klock and Hot Rod specialist Henry Richards of Steadfast Mfg . ( Bellville , Ohio ). Apparently , while talking performance baggers in Daytona recently , the two focused in on a look and a feel that was missing , but needed in the marketplace . " After I raised the suspension and added the Öhlins
forks to my Road Glide , I noticed even just picking it up off the kickstand it flexed with a lightweight fender . The first time I used my Klock Werks stamped version I was so impressed , it ' s like adding a fork brace and fender ," Henry stated . " I called Brian and we utilized the designs we put into our Hot Rods to come up with this cut . Against my judgement he decided to call it ' Henry '," he laughed . Perfect for any conventional fork or inverted front end , the ' Henry ' fender adds a higher side wall cut to show off wheels and brakes , while offering ample protection and the performance bagger look desired by today ' s builders . " Stamped from 14-gauge steel right here in the United States and then sent through a 13-step e-coat process for protection , it ' s the best quality product we can make . No corners are cut for our customers ." Brian added : " We are proud to team up with designers like Henry , professionals who know their craft and will only bring the best to market ." Available in the 16-19 " size tire fitment and in a 21 " version , they include the appropriate blocks to fit the forks for a ' Fit Kit ' package that has everything the customer needs for a 2014-2023 project . Klock Werks says it has also " raised the bar for fender blocks , offering inverted fork options and conventional versions with the optional Steadfast
Block design . " The use of five-axis laser cutting ensures accurate fitment , and the stamped steel with e-coat minimizes any need for bodywork while continuing to resist rust and corrosion long after paint ."
KLOCK WERKS Mitchell , South Dakota , USA Tel : 605 996 3700 info @ getklocked . com www . getklocked . com
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