Lost my chain........somewhere.

Kerry_129 · 10-07-2009, 12:55 PM

You can't really see sprocket tooth wear until it's really bad. A few thousandths difference in pitch will accelerate chain wear. Unless it the sprockets were nearly brand spankin' new (which they obviously aren't), I'd replace them as a set - with a steel rear (eff aluminum for street use, especially non-hardened). And yes, rivet >> clip (clips can be made 'safer' by using a dab of silicone adhesive over it - but a rivet link is a sure thing).

Amber Lamps · 10-07-2009, 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Kerry_129

You can't really see sprocket tooth wear until it's really bad. A few thousandths difference in pitch will accelerate chain wear. Unless it the sprockets were nearly brand spankin' new (which they obviously aren't), I'd replace them as a set - with a steel rear (eff aluminum for street use, especially non-hardened). And yes, rivet >> clip (clips can be made 'safer' by using a dab of silicone adhesive over it - but a rivet link is a sure thing).

Good point! Besides, if you do some shopping, you can get front and rear sprockets for $50-60 total. Not a ton of money imho. Like AMJ said, you're in there anyway....

jalaan1 · 10-07-2009, 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Kerry_129

You can't really see sprocket tooth wear until it's really bad. A few thousandths difference in pitch will accelerate chain wear. Unless it the sprockets were nearly brand spankin' new (which they obviously aren't), I'd replace them as a set - with a steel rear (eff aluminum for street use, especially non-hardened). And yes, rivet >> clip (clips can be made 'safer' by using a dab of silicone adhesive over it - but a rivet link is a sure thing).

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Originally Posted by TIGGER

Good point! Besides, if you do some shopping, you can get front and rear sprockets for $50-60 total. Not a ton of money imho. Like AMJ said, you're in there anyway....

yeah, i hear ya.

Amber Lamps · 10-09-2009, 01:33 AM

Okay, I know you have a ZX7, I don 't know the year...

I know the front is a 520-16...what's the rear? I'm guessing 40-42... BTW my guy doesn't have any but there are a ton on EBAY! I saw a chain and rear sprocket for $32 BIN.... You shouldn't have any problems finding a deal but if you need help, I'll be glad to assist you!!! On your sprocket, it should say how many teeth are involved.

jalaan1 · 10-09-2009, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Gas Man

Replace all 3 components

yeah?

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Originally Posted by TIGGER

Okay, I know you have a ZX7, I don 't know the year...

I know the front is a 520-16...what's the rear? I'm guessing 40-42... BTW my guy doesn't have any but there are a ton on EBAY! I saw a chain and rear sprocket for $32 BIN.... You shouldn't have any problems finding a deal but if you need help, I'll be glad to assist you!!! On your sprocket, it should say how many teeth are involved.

thanks Tig.

'99 zx-7r, 16f & 43r

Amber Lamps · 10-09-2009, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by jalaan1

yeah?

thanks Tig.

'99 zx-7r, 16f & 43r

Cool! I'll get back to you...

101lifts2 · 10-10-2009, 01:33 AM

Dude there have been a few complaints of chains all of the sudden missing while in motion. These thiefs are getting quite sneaky these days.

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10-07-2009, 12:55 PM	#1
Kerry_129 Semi-reformed Squid Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 531	You can't really see sprocket tooth wear until it's really bad. A few thousandths difference in pitch will accelerate chain wear. Unless it the sprockets were nearly brand spankin' new (which they obviously aren't), I'd replace them as a set - with a steel rear (eff aluminum for street use, especially non-hardened). And yes, rivet >> clip (clips can be made 'safer' by using a dab of silicone adhesive over it - but a rivet link is a sure thing).

10-09-2009, 01:33 AM	#4
Amber Lamps Moto GP Star Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 14,556	Okay, I know you have a ZX7, I don 't know the year... I know the front is a 520-16...what's the rear? I'm guessing 40-42... BTW my guy doesn't have any but there are a ton on EBAY! I saw a chain and rear sprocket for $32 BIN.... You shouldn't have any problems finding a deal but if you need help, I'll be glad to assist you!!! On your sprocket, it should say how many teeth are involved.