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Yamaha UTV/ATV & Side by Side Rear Drive Chains - Available at buywitchdoctors.com

Product Specifications: Genuine OEM Yamaha Chain, Part # 94582-38098-00.

Keep your machine running like new with a genuine Yamaha Rear Drive Chain paired with premium maintenance parts from buywitchdoctors.com. The rear drive chain carries power from the countershaft sprocket to the rear sprocket and axle on chain-driven models, turning engine output into forward motion. Because it runs exposed to dirt, mud, sand, and water while handling heavy loads and hard acceleration, its condition directly affects power delivery, drivetrain noise, and the life of the sprockets. Riders most often replace a rear drive chain after stiff, kinked, or rusty links, a chain that is stretched beyond adjustment, uneven or excessive slack, a chain that whines, clicks, or slaps, hooked or worn sprocket teeth, a broken or missing master link or clip, dried-out or damaged O-rings or X-rings, or damage from a rock strike, a crash, or a hard trail impact.

Why Choose Genuine OEM Yamaha Parts?

Choosing original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts ensures your vehicle maintains its factory-standard performance, reliability, and fuel efficiency. Genuine parts eliminate the guesswork of aftermarket alternatives, offering a seamless integration with your engine's configuration.

• Exact-Fit Design: Matched to Yamaha's original bolt patterns, sealing surfaces, and dimensions for a leak-resistant fit.
• Factory-Spec Quality: Built to the same standards as the parts installed on your machine at the factory.
• Peace of Mind: Skip the trial and error of universal or aftermarket parts that may not seal or align correctly.

Premium Materials & Precision Engineering

Crafted to strict factory tolerances, these components utilize high-grade alloys and chemical-resistant seals. This specialized engineering withstands harsh off-road vibrations, extreme temperatures, and modern fuel additives, preventing premature wear and leaks. The rear drive chain is built from hardened, heat-treated steel plates, pins, and rollers with precisely matched pitch and, on sealed designs, grease-retaining O-rings or X-rings, so it resists stretch and wear, keeps its lubrication in, and holds up under heavy loads, mud, and constant flexing.

Comprehensive Model Fitment (2015-Current)

This genuine OEM part is engineered for a wide range of Yamaha side-by-side (SxS) and all-terrain vehicles (ATV) built from 2015 to the current model year. Please verify your series matches below:

Utility Task Vehicles (UTVs / Side-by-Sides)

• Viking Series: Viking 700 EPS, Viking 700 Ranch Edition, Viking VI EPS
• Wolverine Series: Wolverine R-Spec, Wolverine X2 850, Wolverine X4 850, Wolverine X2 1000, Wolverine RMAX2 1000 (Sport, XT-R, Limited), Wolverine RMAX4 1000
• YXZ Series: YXZ1000R, YXZ1000R SS

All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)

• YFZ Series: YFZ50, YFZ450R, YFZ450R SE
• Raptor Series: Raptor 90, Raptor 110, Raptor 700, Raptor 700R, Raptor 700R SE
• Grizzly Series: Grizzly 90, Grizzly 110, Grizzly 700 EPS, Grizzly 700 SE, Grizzly 700 XT-R
• Kodiak Series: Kodiak 450, Kodiak 450 EPS, Kodiak 700, Kodiak 700 EPS, Kodiak 700 SE

⚠️ IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: Fitment can vary by production date and sub-model trim. Always verify your exact original equipment part number from your vehicle's schematic or consult a certified technician before finalizing your purchase to guarantee flawless compatibility.

Other Popular Parts & Secondary Accessories

• Chain Guards: The chain guard covers the chain and sprockets, shielding them from rocks, sticks, and debris while keeping hands and clothing clear of moving parts. Inspect it for cracks and rubbing whenever you replace a chain so the new one is protected from the start.
• Sprockets: Sprockets mesh with the chain to transfer power and wear along with it. Replace the chain and sprockets together, and check the teeth for hooking or sharp edges, so the new chain does not wear out prematurely on tired sprockets.
• Chain Repair Kits: Chain repair kits, including master links and related hardware, let you fix or shorten a chain without replacing the whole thing. Keep one on hand for trail repairs so a broken link does not end your ride.
• Drive Chain Components: Drive chain components such as rollers, slider pads, tensioners, and adjusters keep the chain running smoothly and properly aligned. Inspect them whenever you replace a chain so slack and alignment stay correct.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: How do I know when my Yamaha rear drive chain needs to be replaced, and how do I confirm the right one for my machine?
A: Look for stiff, kinked, or rusty links, a chain that has stretched past the adjustment range, uneven slack, noise such as whining or clicking, damaged seals, and hooked or shark-fin sprocket teeth. Before replacing the chain, inspect the sprockets, chain guide, and rear axle alignment, since worn sprockets or misalignment will wear out a new chain quickly. Because drive chains vary by model, model year, and chain pitch and length, confirm the correct part, slack specification, and adjustment procedure using your Yamaha service manual or factory schematic, or contact us with your model and VIN and we will help you match it.

Q: How do mud, water, sand, and heat affect a rear drive chain on the trail?
A: Mud, sand, and grit act like grinding paste on the rollers and pins, water speeds up rust and washes away lubricant, and heat from hard riding can dry out the chain and its seals. After a muddy, wet, or sandy ride, rinse off packed debris, dry the chain, and lubricate it with a product that is safe for its seals. Check slack and alignment, and follow your Yamaha service manual for correct installation, adjustment, and lubrication guidance so your chain lasts.

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