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How to Measure Go Kart Chain Size

To determine the pitch (chain size), you'll need to measure the distance between any consecutive rivets. The rivets are the small, round pegs/studs that hold the chain segments together. Measure from the center of the first to the center of the second.
go kart chain size diagram

*Go Kart Chain Dimensions in Inches

Chain Size # Pitch Roller Diameter Roller Width Pin Diameter

Ave.
Tensile

219 7.774mm
~ 5/16"
4.59mm 5.00mm 3.01mm NA
35 3/8" .200 3/16" .141"2,100
415 1/2" .312 3/16" .141"NA
41 1/2" .306 1/4" .141"

.2,000

420 1/2" .3061/4" .156"

.3,700

428 1/2" .3121/4" .187"

NA

40 1/2" .3125/16" .156"

3,700

520 5/8" .400 1/4" 13/64" 6,100
530 5/8" .400 3/8" 13/64" 6,100
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