Choosing between a chain drive and a belt drive for your e-bike can feel a bit overwhelming, but understanding their differences can make the decision easier. In this post, we’ll break down the key ...

Nothing can ruin a cyclocross race faster than a mechanical. Sure, some mechanicals are the result of bad luck, but many are eminently preventable via proper bike maintenance. One of the most common ...

A motorcycle’s final drive, or the part that makes the bike move, can be a shaft, a belt, or most commonly, a riveted master link chain. You know, like the one on your 10-speed bicycle. And just as ...

Harley-Davidsons are special. Aside from their unique "potato-potato" exhaust note, they stand apart from most motorcycles mainly due to their single-pin crankshaft design and their belt final drives.

Planters have multiple chains and drive systems that benefit from regular inspection and maintenance. Here are four tips for this spring. 1. A planter drive chain that jerks when its shaft turns may ...

What are some outstanding design/ construction features in a chain drive, and how do they contribute to higher productivity? Chains are versatile components used in power transmission, conveying, and ...

Productivity is a shared goal in industrial applications, involving designers, component makers, and end users. Everyone plays a role. In this report, the editors of Motion System Design polled belt ...