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15T sprocket = new chain

Started by synchro, September 03, 2005, 12:36:59 PM

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synchro

this is what the dealership is trying to convince me of, a new chain is a must... if this is the case what chain do you recommend?

Kerry

A new chain is a must?  Baloney, unless you need a new chain anyway.  (How many miles on your current one?)

As far as recommendations, you can try various searches for chain info.  But my (Feb 2004) Chains & Sprockets page will give you some idea of what's out there.
Yellow 1999 GS500E
Kerry's Suzuki GS500 Page

stefman722

that is BS dont buy a new chain you dont need it. You dont even need one for a 14t sprocket. I have both on the stock chain.
Blue GS500F
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-V&H Exhaust
-K&N air filter
-15t & 14t sprockets
-Veypor MPI
-LP short stalk front signals
-Intergrated clear rear tail/signal lights
-Pirelli Sport Demons

mjm

For maximum chain life both sprockets and the chain should be replaced at the same time.  If both your spockets are in good shape and your chain has low milage - go ahead ands just replace the one.  If your chain is wearing, an old chain/new sprocket will result in dead chain/dead sprocket in short order.

synchro

my bike just got over 6200km....

i thought he was bullshitting...thanks for the info!

RedShift

Your chain/sprockets are barely broken in.  If you've been keeping them lubricated every 1000-1500 km like everyone should, then you can expect to get 24,000 km from the set.

Re-use everything.  ;)
2001 GS500E, stock except for SV650 Flyscreen, Case Guards, Headlight Modulator, PIAA Super White bulb & 17-Tooth Front Sprocket, BLUE, RED and GREEN LED Instrument and Dash Lights

mp183

Quote from: mjmFor maximum chain life both sprockets and the chain should be replaced at the same time.  

The front sprocket needs to be replaced but the rear should go 2-3 chains.
I changed my original chain at 18,000 miles and front sprocket at a little over 20,000 miles.  The rear was good as new.  The front had minimal wear.
2002 GS500
2004 V-Strom 650 
is it time to check the valves?
2004 KLR250.

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