So 20k and my chain is shot.
I'm looking to buy a new DID but I also want to get new sprockets at the same time.
My 05 S2R800 comes with a 41 tooth rear. I want to upsize this to a 43t or 44t rear w/ a stock 15t front setup but I have a few questions
1) I have a 520 chain do I need to change to a 525 chain if I do this modification.
2) Whats the difference between a 525 chain and a 520 chain?
3) If I upsize the rear sprocket, I'm assuming that I will have to add links to the chain. What length chain should I get?
Thanks in advance..
having to change to a 525 will depend only on whether or not you are able to find the sprockets in your config in a 520 or not (and vice versa) so you do not HAVE to as long as they are made
the 525 chain is basically a beefier chain with larger roller dia and side plates
most chains come longer than is needed or are offered in a longer length and you would then need to size to fit once on the bike. Your manual should give you the stock length. IIRC, I ended up 2 links longer when I did mine (14/43 to a 15/46) (long story involving BST's ;D)
I just did a quick look up at my fav site and they say the stock length is a 104 link. [thumbsup]
EDIT: and to add to yuu's links below (this is where I got my stuff in one convenient & matched package for quick change):
http://www.drivesystemsusa.com/c/119111/1/800-s2r-monsterdark-05-08.html (http://www.drivesystemsusa.com/c/119111/1/800-s2r-monsterdark-05-08.html)
*D'oh too slow... hypurone managed two posts while I was doing 1
1 - No.
2 Width of the rollers. So width of the sprocket too
http://www.gizmology.net/sprockets.htm (http://www.gizmology.net/sprockets.htm)
3 - Chains are sold in length that are intended to be cut down for your application. Stock is 104 links. So a 108 chain will probably do, a 120 link will definitely do
And for future reference
http://www.ca-cycleworks.com/shop/catalog/ducati/chain.html (http://www.ca-cycleworks.com/shop/catalog/ducati/chain.html)
Quote from: hypurone on July 09, 2009, 09:55:55 AM
having to change to a 525 will depend only on whether or not you are able to find the sprockets in your config in a 520 or not (and vice versa) so you do not HAVE to as long as they are made
the 525 chain is basically a beefier chain with larger roller dia and side plates
most chains come longer than is needed or are offered in a longer length and you would then need to size to fit once on the bike. Your manual should give you the stock length. IIRC, I ended up 2 links longer when I did mine (14/43 to a 15/46) (long story involving BST's ;D)
The difference between a 520, 525, and a 530 is in the width of the chain between the side plates. The spacing is the same between the pins, but I believe there is a 1/16" (.0625) difference between each size.
Here, decipher this.
http://www.didchain.com/specs.htm (http://www.didchain.com/specs.htm)
ELL,
I did this already. [thumbsup]
I got all the parts at nichols, and the prices were very competitive with what's online.
Stock style sprockets are $$$.
Go for the quick change. More $ up front, but you might save down the road.
Give me a call if you have questions.
+ 1000 on CA cycleworks. They will get you exactly what you need at a very fair price!! [thumbsup]
Does anyone know of a source for a 520 rear sprocket with more than 48 tooth count. My 620 is due for a chain and sprocket again, currently I have a 14 - 46 set up on it as I had trouble finding the stock 48 tooth rear. After I raised the rear end of the bike the chain begain rubbing on the swingarm guide more than I would like. I would like to go back to a 15 tooth in the front to help with this rubbing, but I do not want to loose gearing on this bike at the same time.
Quote from: EEL on July 09, 2009, 09:39:11 AM
My 05 S2R800 comes with a 41 tooth rear. I want to upsize this to a 43t or 44t rear w/ a stock 15t front setup but I have a few questions
3) If I upsize the rear sprocket, I'm assuming that I will have to add links to the chain. What length chain should I get?
I run a 15/43 setup with the stock number of links on my S2R1000, no problem on my bike.
Quote from: caperix on October 10, 2009, 03:21:44 AM
Does anyone know of a source for a 520 rear sprocket with more than 48 tooth count.
Check the offerings from Vortex. I think they make some stuff in the 50s