I have a 1979 gs550 with a 630 chain and sprocket and I would like to change the chain to a 530. For my year and model the conversion would be 15-50 (front and rear sprocket) and a 530 - 110 (tooth) chain. Now, can I find any sprocket from any bike with those specs and replace my old ones or are the sprockets (i.e. nut placement) specific to the year and model? Thanks in advance.
2007-01-28 18:07:27 · 4 answers · asked by TimeEco 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
Go to a 525 chain just do a websearch for motorcycle racing parts.
2007-01-28 18:12:35 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sprockets are not interchangeable between manufactures and models. Rarely between model years because the bikes are constantly being updated.
Someone put aftermarket chain & sprockets on your bike to increase the chain size to 630 for strength.
The stock chain size for that bike is 530 x 110links
F sprocket - 15
R sprocket - 50
2007-01-29 03:07:48 · answer #2 · answered by guardrailjim 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would go with a 520 chain. Modern 600 sport bikes come with 525 chains and they have much more power than your bike. I have a 520 on my 1000rr. It will wear faster in my case but I can still get 8000 miles out of a chain/sprocet.
I would go with an AFAM sprocket and DID chain. Very high quality.
2007-01-29 04:01:11 · answer #3 · answered by NY1Krr 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sprockets are fairly model specific, there is some capatibility within manufacturers lines but not usually between brands.
A 530 conversion should be relatively easy.
Check with your dealer or some of the larger mail order shops ought to be able to get you set up.
2007-01-28 18:18:41 · answer #4 · answered by Dsfa 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋