How long can I expect a well maintained AMP Link to last?

I am planning on getting a new AMP Link for my new Banshee. What kind of maintenance is required on them? I intend to maintain it properly, but I have heard that they may wear out rather quickly?
Does the AMP Link eliminate the need for the large plastic chain roller on the swingarm?

I have also heard that the AMP Links are noisy. Are they any more noisy than the stock system? Mine currently makes a rather loud buzz, especially during deceleration.

I want either an AMP Link, or a TM Designworks chain slider for my swingarm.

Thanks in advance for any hints, suggestions, or opinions.

phil

 

I always heard the Amp link wasn't worth the money, never owned one though.

 

i ve alway heard they aren't worth the money also, if they did what they claim you'd think evey chain driven bike or atv racing team would have it.

01 blu 660r

 

I never used an amp link but a buddy has one on his banshee. The thing lasted about 2 years and then the gears and bearings needed to be replaced. Yes the amp link eliminated the roller that you have to remove the swing arm to replace. I always heard that the thing was worthless but he loves it. HE NEVER HAS TO AJUST HIS CHAIN. It is always perfect.

 

The AMP link is a must for the Banshee. Helps eliminate wheel spin and improve traction. Mine lasted about 5 years. At the end of a season take it off, degrease the outside and then remove rollers. Soak rollers in motor oil over night. Dry off and put back on. The bearings will roll like new.

 

I had an Amp link on my 1991 LT250. It failed the first race. I sent it back to them and they replaced both of the sprocket things as well as the bearings. I put it back on and realized that there was no noticeable difference when it was on. I kept it on for a while and it stood up well. It ended up coming off and going in a drawer until I sold the machine.

 

<< The AMP link is a must for the Banshee. Helps eliminate wheel spin and improve traction. Mine lasted about 5 years. At the end of a season take it off, degrease the outside and then remove rollers. Soak rollers in motor oil over night. Dry off and put back on. The bearings will roll like new >>



Nah...do not waste your money...There is little or no noticable advantage to having the amplink... I used it for a couple of seasons. You are better off putting the money into a filter set up or the like.

The concept is a good one. I'm not knocking those of you that claim to have had one on the machine for years. It's great if it worked for you. But after many different tests to try to see if it was working or not.... I have found it to be marginal. How many of these &quot;AMP&quot; links do you see on actual race quads? I've been racing for years and have yet to see one. I know how to align a chain. I could not make the rollers or bearings last much more than a few months. It's no fun to have the bearing blow out on you 5 miles from your truck..with a chain wrapped around your engine case. If you ride your wheeler every couple of weeks..then it may last a while.



<< Helps eliminate wheel spin and improve traction >>



Yes...But the main reason it is there is to reduce chain lash due to the angle of the chain in relation to the angle of the swing arm. This, in theory, will help create a strait path to the rear sprocket...which would help to produce more power to the ground.
This concept works together with loading of the rear shock. As you sit on the bike with an Amplink installed..the chain should become tighter. That is the only affect I could see that the amplink did do over stock.

Either way...Bottom line is that it did not work for me...Or any of the other riders I know that have tried one. If you have your heart set on it...then give it a go...if anything, it will teach you to adjust your chain often and strait.

 

I've had the amp link on mine for about 6 years now. When we tore the bike down to the frame this past winter I replaced the bearings for the forst time since i've had it. Keep your chain adjusted right and keep it lubed, not real high maintenance compared to the rest of the bike. They are a little bit noisy but if you're wearing your helmet like you should be, it's marginal. Especially after you add a set of pipes. As for reducing wheel spin and helping traction i've only noticed gains in that area in one place. When i'm drag racing at the dunes is where I noticed the most difference. The front wheels will just carry now instead of darting for the sky in a wild wheelie. As for in the dirt the difference is minimal, i'm still screaming the tires off on it.