Some advice needed 84 vf750f drive chain size

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    Hello.
    I find I cannot set the tension on the chain. I have a tight section, both top and bottom of the swingarm, mid travel and then I have a loose section, same spots, after spinning the wheel about 1/2 turn. Sprockets look good. I expect it is an unevenly worn chain but when I search for replacements, I am seeing some different specs and not sure which is proper.
    The specs "say" 530 o ring, 5/8 inch pitch 3/8 width, 44/17 ratio. I have seen both 110 and 120 length.
    So, should this be a 530-110 O ring chain or a 530-120 o ring chain?

    Also, could some other maladjusted part be causing the uneven tension? probably not but thought I would ask as this is a sealed chain and I don't want to cut it if it isn't the issue.
    Ride safe.
     


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    Sounds like your chain has passed on to chain heaven.... what year, make and model is your bike?
     


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    It's the chain (which is very likely a 530).

    And I've got a wild idea... count your chain and see how many links it has.
     


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    Hey, snarky, 530 yes, but as it is a closed link, a pita to count so likely the 110. Picking one up later today.
     


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    Clean one plate and mark with sharpie.

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    The "like you" would never be used on you... momma didn't raise no fool.
     


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    I just noticed Breton put Year and model of hike on the thread
    Man I’m getting old !


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    All good. New chain is on. Now fuel pump stopped.... geeez.
     


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    ^^ first thing to try is bypassing the fuel pump RELAY.
     


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