maintenance tire and chain/sprocket time.

Splat · 08-14-2008, 5:28 PM

well it is time to replace some stuff and this is what I am going with. was wondering if there is something that I might also need to do or check while I have tires off. it has just over 10500 miles and is a 2003?

AFAM FRONT SPROCKET 16 TOOTH
AFAM ALLOY REAR SPROCKET 46 TOOTH
EK 530ZZZ M CHROME SILVER 110 LINK CHAIN
EK 530 MASTER LINK CHROME SILVER
Pilot Power 2CT (Front) 120/70 ZR 17 (58 W) TL
Pilot Road 2 (Rear) 180/55 ZR 17 (73 W) TL

blainerides · 08-25-2008, 11:15 PM

You know that stock is 17/45 right? Is your front sprocket a steel alloy one, or is it also an aluminum alloy one like the rear you've chosen? Just a word of advice (I've put 49,000 on my '99 XX), those aluminum alloy racing sprockets are about a third of the weight, but they also last about a third of mileage. Your chain will outlive those lightweight aluminum alloy sprocket(s) 3x over. OEM is the way to go for sprockets...fancy chains are fun though. I think the gold chains are sick (currently have an XK), but it was about $50 more than the "boring" silver. Next time around I'm going boring and saving the money for a third of a track day entrance fee

There's my $.02

Cheers,

Blaine

redxxrdr · 08-26-2008, 12:12 AM

Clean the clutch push rod and spocket area while you are in there.
Why a chain change at 11k? I treated mine bad and got 18 k on the OEM.

I would not install that alloy sprocket. It will wear faster, so you will be changing parts again soon.
Remember to use a rivet chain, not a master clip. And take time to align the rear wheel well.

Splat · 08-26-2008, 9:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blainerides

You know that stock is 17/45 right? Is your front sprocket a steel alloy one, or is it also an aluminum alloy one like the rear you've chosen? Just a word of advice (I've put 49,000 on my '99 XX), those aluminum alloy racing sprockets are about a third of the weight, but they also last about a third of mileage. Your chain will outlive those lightweight aluminum alloy sprocket(s) 3x over. OEM is the way to go for sprockets...fancy chains are fun though. I think the gold chains are sick (currently have an XK), but it was about $50 more than the "boring" silver. Next time around I'm going boring and saving the money for a third of a track day entrance fee

There's my $.02

Cheers,

Blaine

yea i know the stock is 17/45 witch is about a 2.647 ratio and i wanted more tack off less top end so I went with the 16/46 witch is about 2.875 ratio. the front sprocket is steel alloy. i got the chain I picked because it is zero strech and is more than enough strength for my bike and is supose to be a little lighter than stock.

Splat · 08-26-2008, 9:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by redxxrdr

Clean the clutch push rod and spocket area while you are in there.
Why a chain change at 11k? I treated mine bad and got 18 k on the OEM.

I would not install that alloy sprocket. It will wear faster, so you will be changing parts again soon.
Remember to use a rivet chain, not a master clip. And take time to align the rear wheel well.

the chain is rusted and wasnt took care of by the 2 previous owners and the oem rear sprocket is worn and need replaced. also the chain has been streaching lately about ever 3 weeks I have to tighten it started this about 3 months ago. also thanks for the cleaning info.