GSX750F Katana - front sprocket removal

**Hawkeye** · 25th September 2009, 00:23

I've got a new chain and sprockets to fit on the Katana. Stripped and cleaned everything down and I'm ready to rebuild. However, I can't get the front sprocket off as I'm not sure which way it's threaded.
Am I right in assuming that it will have a left hand thread rather than a right hand so that it tightens under acceleration.
I've tried lossening it in both directions but it doesn't move either way. Before I give it a bit more weight, I want to be sure I'm turning it the correct way.

Any advise?

**gammaguy** · 25th September 2009, 01:06

its a conventional thread.i fit them all day,in my sleep.

you will probably need an air impact wrench(rattle gun)They are tighter than a you know what

**Cary** · 25th September 2009, 07:18

As above.

Still got the old chain on? Put a large screwdriver or piece of pipe between rear sprocket & chain so it stops the chain from turning then put a bit of pipe on the socket handle or powerbar your using and weigh in!

Remember, lefty lucy tighty righty

**Hawkeye** · 25th September 2009, 07:32

Thanks guys.

**bistard** · 25th September 2009, 07:54

Do as the others guys have said,If you still have the chain on also,you can get someone to hold the rear brake on as well,helps stop trying to turn the motor over
If you get stuck let me know as I have compressor,rattle gun at home if need be??
Regards
Bistard