I need a new chain for 1998 GSXR600 SRAD

[SMOKEU]

Factory chain is a 525. I've seen that prices vary alarmingly, so how much should I expect to pay for a decent chain that isn't going to snap or wear out very quickly? I'm trying to do things on a tight budget here. I got quoted around $220 for an X ring and $190 for an O ring chain. Does that seem like a reasonable price, or can I skimp out a little?

[ducatilover]

Could be worth doing a 530 conversion? I imagine it wouldn't be uncommon.
$190 sounds steep for an O-ring jobbie...

[Morcs]

Sounds reasonable to me.

anything over 520 and i dont bother stocking O rings, only X as the price difference is negligible.

If you did a 520 conversion, a DID 520 O retails for about $125.

[SMOKEU]

If I were to do a "conversion", would I need to replace the sprockets as well? I went to see a bike mechanic today and after having a look at the chain and sprockets he said my chain is rooted but the sprockets are in a good condition and don't need to be replaced. With an X ring chain can I use ordinary motorcycle chain lube, or do I need a special lube? Is it safe to clean an X ring chain with a plastic brush and kerosene?

[ducatilover]

Get a kit of eBay dude with what ever gearing you want, as far as I know you want to change the sprockets.
My 600 is running a 530 set up, dunno what it's worth, I got everything off eBay and forgot I had it...:rolleyes:

[onearmedbandit]

Convert it to shaft drive. But then of course it won't do wheelies.

[SMOKEU]

Convert it to shaft drive. But then of course it won't do wheelies.

Don't any shaft drive bikes do wheelies? It does semi decent power wheelies in 1st gear as is. Wouldn't want to give that up!

[Fast Eddie]

lol.. of course shaft drive do wheelies. look at all those dragster v8s.

if u change chain size then yes, u need to change sprockets.

i buy my kits online, under 200 bucks should get u 2 sprockets and a chain. pretty sure I have 530 or the cheapest size..

I tried my hand at the light weight alloy sprockets and thin chain but u chew thru them quicker than tyres

[SMOKEU]

I really can't afford to buy new sprockets and since the mechanic who had a look at my bike (Road and Race Motorcycles) suggested I go for just the new chain and put it on the old sprockets I might as well take his advice since the sprockets are in a good condition.

[Madness]

If you're skint and the chain's fucked then buy the cheapest one that'll fit and when it wears out be ready to buy better quality & new sprockets. Ideally you'd want to replace the chain & sprockets together but these are indeed difficult financial times. Fucking Greeks.

[onearmedbandit]

Don't any shaft drive bikes do wheelies? It does semi decent power wheelies in 1st gear as is. Wouldn't want to give that up!

It's an old joke.

[SMOKEU]

If you're skint and the chain's fucked then buy the cheapest one that'll fit and when it wears out be ready to buy better quality & new sprockets. Ideally you'd want to replace the chain & sprockets together but these are indeed difficult financial times. Fucking Greeks.

I was thinking that. I don't want to buy something really cheap that's going to snap or wear out really quickly, and since my bike only puts out around 100bhp and not much torque I don't see the need to buy something extra heavy duty that's going to cost a bomb.


It's an old joke.

That shows my youthful ignorance. :msn-wink:

[ducatilover]

I had a $50 chain on mine, snapped a link within 2000km :devil2: maybe go for a $70 chain?

[GSW]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=487048305

These guys do conversion kits
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/parts-for-sale/chains-sprockets/auction-485425526.htm

You could ask?

[Haggis2]

If you're skint and the chain's fucked then buy the cheapest one that'll fit and when it wears out be ready to buy better quality & new sprockets. Ideally you'd want to replace the chain & sprockets together but these are indeed difficult financial times. Fucking Greeks.

Greek fucking :buggerd:

[mossy1200]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/parts-for-sale/chains-sprockets/auction-486017064.htm

I just put one of those on the bike I was selling. Looks ok and is xring. I have only run 1 tank of gas with it so cant tell you about stretch etc though.
Stick that on till next time then do a 520 conversion.

[SMOKEU]

Do I need a special tool to put the new chain on?

[mossy1200]

Do I need a special tool to put the new chain on?

The one in my link is c clip so grinder only needed to shorten the new chain to the correct links. Count your links first to see how many you need which will most likely be about 110-115.

[tigertim20]

Do I need a special tool to put the new chain on?

it depends on whether the chain you buy is a rivet link, or a clip link. clip link, no - but on a 100hp bike, Id tend to steer away from the little clip links - thats just my personal preference.
there is a special tool for putting the rivet links on - didnt you get invited to the CHCH maintenance nights a while ago? - I bet my left ball bag that someone there has, or has access to the required tool.

order your parts, (Ebay usually cheaper!!!) and take to a maintenance night and ask for help. plus someone there will be able to tell you how to clutch-ups like Ducatilove..... nevermind:spanking:

[SMOKEU]

there is a special tool for putting the rivet links on - didnt you get invited to the CHCH maintenance nights a while ago? - I bet my left ball bag that someone there has, or has access to the required tool.

order your parts, (Ebay usually cheaper!!!) and take to a maintenance night and ask for help. plus someone there will be able to tell you how to clutch-ups like Ducatilove..... nevermind:spanking:

I was going to go but couldn't make it then.

[tigertim20]

I was going to go but couldn't make it then.

then ask them again you silly bugger! if its anything like the maintenance nights we do down here with a select group, its a bloody good night, work on bikes, have a barby and a feed, talk shit etc etc.

[ducatilover]

I'll learn you how to pull sick wheelies

[Kickaha]

, talk shit etc etc.
Mosty talk shit from what I saw:msn-wink:

I can get the tool if you need one

[SMOKEU]

I'll learn you how to pull sick wheelies

I'm keen ay.

[tigertim20]

I'm keen ay.

do everything he doesnt, and nothing he does, and you should be just fine!

[SMOKEU]

do everything he doesnt, and nothing he does, and you should be just fine!

I'll take that advice on board.

I'm going to buy a RK chain with Vortex steel sprockets from one of the guys on the gixxer forums for $225.

[onearmedbandit]

Good move Chris, saw your thread on there.

[tigertim20]

I'll take that advice on board.

I'm going to buy a RK chain with Vortex steel sprockets from one of the guys on the gixxer forums for $225.

sounds pretty good!

[SMOKEU]

sounds pretty good!

I just got a better offer for a good second hand chain and sprockets from another KB member in exchange for a 12 pack of beer. Can't complain about that.

[ducatilover]

do everything he doesnt, and nothing he does, and you should be just fine!


I'm keen ay.


Yeah, tigertim is pretty on to it, when I flip my bike, don't do that. :cool: