2011-14 GSXR 600 L1 - 520 Chain and Sprocket Conversion

[@joshhuoabski3278]

for any one doing a new/same bike. rear sprocket is 43.5 front sprocket is 83 ft/lbs speed sensor is 18 rear axle nut is 72.5 and the case nuts are a whole lot of 7 so 10 ft/lbs DO NOT use the blue locktite (222) on your front spocket unless it is the high temp one BTW or follow the locktite application instructions which will get you to the correct thread locker

[@norhum707]

Hey bud how'd you find this info out? I have a 2013 gsx r750 and can't find info on that... Any help?

[@samflora7227]

@@norhum707 same her I got a 2013 750 and I can’t even find the right socket size, shit is weird

[@Iseekoutthetrails]

good video and nice tip, part numbers face out. I did not know that. thanks for the info.

[@resid3nt]

3:35 PREACH! Fantastic video man. I was about to make one very similar, but found yours instead. S/O to all us L1-L6 GSXR owners!

[@Omega47]

+Nathanial Ross (Nathan) Thanks man!

[@that1carchick672]

this is the cleanest, prettiest, most particular and well explained how to I have ever seen lmao

[@Davis2920022001]

2005 GSXR600 went with -1/+2... It was good for wheelies but Im a highway rider & my friends ride liters soo I went with +1/+2 setup now; also to help keep the front end down as I've low sided recently and spent a few days in the ICU... that was my 2nd motorcycle crash, 1st one was 12 oclock loop on my old 750 kawa..

[@danielcrowder8841]

I took my bike to the dealer. 90 bucks to install what you did. next time im gonna do this myself.

[@JesusofNazerth]

Daniel Crowder they told me $180 at Beach Blvd Suzuki Motorsporta

[@hughiemg2]

Thanks for the video, I'm installing a vortex -1 +2 sprocket and new chain kit on my face 600 on Saturday...

[@Omega47]

Dont install it on your face, install it on the bike! Best of luck, just take your time, answers are everywhere.

[@hughiemg2]

Omega47 ha, god damn auto correct! That was supposed to be gsxr...!

[@theleakyvalve]

I'm kicking myself in the ass for not rewatching this video. just spent way to much time on a full conversion. I'm glad I went back and watched it as I struggled tho!!

[@Omega47]

+TheLeakyValve Lol, hope it helped man.

[@TheBlackSheep1296]

great video quality and this is what ima do when its time.to change my chain

[@CarsMeetsBikes]

for 520 conversion, do NOT put back the washer between the front sprocket and the nut. Ended up pushing the speed sensor rotor against the cover and blew it up.

[@Omega47]

The sprocket is the same width in the center as factory. Plus the speed sensor reads via a probe floating over the sprocket. You may have had another issue.

[@emberoze]

The washer is a safety that keeps the nut from going loose! If the nut gets loose you're dead.

[@CarsMeetsBikes]

@@emberoze not really. The Vortex front sprocket I used had a lip that took the space of the washer so you are supposed to tighten the nut against the sprocket directly. 10,000 miles later and have not had any problems.

[@tigerbrown6799]

0:33 I just took mine apart right now and I forgot where the bolt go . Now I am here on youtube trying to figure out where the bolts go

[@Trace32]

my chain setup JT og D.I.D 525VM2 X-ring, Suzuki GSX-R 600 2014, 116, 15T-JTF520, 45T-JTR1876 Love it :)

[@MoodSwingZX]

I was thinking of taking it oc to clean the fron tsprocket.

[@markwilliam531]

Thanks heaps man. Great video. I'm doing mine in two days. You will save me 200 bucks. Subscribed.

[@Omega47]

My pleasure man.

[@caligirlrider]

I need to come see you with new chain and sprocket lol But this video makes me feel I can do it by myself instead go to the shop.

[@Omega47]

Cali Girl Rider Don't be intimidated. Just nuts and bolts at the end of the day. Just get your torque specs and track your bolt removal. Be patient, you rush and you screw things up or overlook. Just dedicate a day and chill.

[@caligirlrider]

I need to get the right tools for it. I saved your video so I will watch when I decide to do it. :) I know not much different between 600 and 1000 so should be the same u know

[@Omega47]

Not too different, plenty of info out there though. If you need any let me know, one thing I am good at is quick research.lol

[@caligirlrider]

Haha I'm not good at research lol I know the problem will be I don't have enough strength to unscrew. LoL

[@Omega47]

Leverage :)

[@903assengsxr7]

Ya I did this setup it’s fun but I run out of gear up top so ima put a 42 on rear an see how it does

[@itsmeericb]

How much more bottom end did it give you? My 2005 600 feels as if it has not torque down low. I’ve been riding too many liter bikes! 😄

[@Omega47]

It was quite noticeable and nice to have. Factory you feel the power come on mid range. With this it constantly felt it was in its powerband.

[@itsmeericb]

Omega47 Okay great! Thanks!

[@aldoladrondeguevara7259]

Part #s face out. Got it. 👍

[@TheHellraiser95]

any idea what size socket that was to remove the bolt holding the front sprocket on?

[@Omega47]

10 or 12mm

[@ScrambleR1IEMotoVlogger]

Nice how to bro. Now I need mine done.

[@Omega47]

ScrambleR1 Bring it over one day,lol.

[@ScrambleR1IEMotoVlogger]

Omega47 what are the advantages of the setup you have now?

[@Omega47]

I am constantly shifting in to my top end. Bottom end torque is increased as well acceleration.

[@ScrambleR1IEMotoVlogger]

ScrambleR1 so no more high top speed but better take off for wheelies. What about the speedo. Is it off now.

[@15Kilo]

What size are the front sprocket nut? I know the rear is 32mm on my 2011 750. Would the front be the same size as the rear?

[@Omega47]

I believe it was 32mm as well.

[@15Kilo]

@@Omega47 thanks 🙏🏽

[@taitheguy85]

Stock, 43/16=2.6875 Up2/Down1, 45/15=3.0 Thinking of going 520 conversion & 42/15 (2.80). Small gearing difference, big weight difference all around

[@cheeesefunnel]

does it make it a lil easier to wheelie in 1st gear? i bet it comes up with less throttle now huh

[@Omega47]

Your rpms will be higher at a lower speed so throttling up is much easier.

[@davidseeger3221]

2011 gsxr 600, I just want to go +1 in the rear and leave the front sprocket and chain stock. Was just trying to get your opinion on that

[@dylankyle-little7972]

Probably a bit late now but +1 on the rear is gonna make fuck all difference

[@HaPea117]

nice man

[@Macnificent78_]

I'm doing the same set up on my 07 750 did you have to. Cut the chain is so how many link did you cut off?.?

[@Omega47]

Didnt have to cut but I removed a couple links. Everything is in the video.

[@johnnie169]

from going 525 to 520 chain, do I have to move the rear wheel towards forward on the swing arm? seems like the only choice but still wanted to confirm. Great video, thanks.

[@Omega47]

The only reason the wheel went forward at all, was the new chain was not stretched yet .

[@70NastyLac]

Question is there a spacer or washer behind the front sprocket?? Bout my engine used to put on a buggy and ordered a sprocket but there is a big gap on splines

[@IronicRebound]

sweet

[@Ed3r64]

What size was the Allen key for the front sprocket???

[@Omega47]

+Eder Valencia Either an 8 or 10mm. I do not recall. You can get a small set of those for cheap at any parts store. You will have anywhere from 6mm to 12mm after that

[@Ed3r64]

+Omega47 thanks

[@allday3433]

Use bolt cutters or grinder or grind rivets flat then screwdriver/ hammer the link apart

[@toe2toe64]

whats the torque value for the front sprocket nut (the large one not the little hex bolt)

[@Omega47]

83 ft lbs

[@danielcrowder8841]

my gsxr sprockts are 16front and 45rear. is this good for my bike. I think my chain is 525. please educate me anyone. do I get more low end, or rear end. just tryin to learn whats best for my gsxr. im a daily commuter.

[@emberoze]

The front sprocket goes flat side out.. Number don't mean anything

[@15Kilo]

Hey man, I got a question. I replaced my front sprocket. Did pretty much the same thing you did. When I put the front sprocket cover back on, the rear wheel will not turn freely (it takes a lot of force to turn it). When I take the cover back off, it turns freely. When the cover is on I hear a slight rubbing. I put the sprocket on correctly and torqued to specs. I don’t see anything binding, rubbing etc. any ideas what it could be?

[@Omega47]

The sprocket was fully seated and is the correct one?

[@15Kilo]

@@Omega47 yes. I’m going to take it off and put it back on today just to make sure. But it’s on and torqued to 75.5 ftlbs.

[@15Kilo]

@@Omega47 Fixed it. The washer behind the sprocket wasn’t seated right so I had to redo it all. Now it spins freely. Thanks for your help and responding much appreciated man 👍🏼

[@acebell1905]

What size hex bit you had to break the front sprocket lock bolt?

[@Omega47]

I honestly don't remember. Best thing to do is get a metric assortment from Oreillys for about 10 dollars or a little more. There are plenty of other areas to use them on the bikes anyway. Harbor freight has them for 13.99. If I have to guess I want to say it was a 10mm.

[@acebell1905]

@@Omega47 I figure it out think it was 6mm. But had to go bigger because it stripped

[@IAMayito90]

Awesome video Bro! I have a 2011 GSXR600 and plan on doing the 520 conversion as well......Is the difference really noticeable?

[@TheAstraios]

Fuck yes. I literally just bought the same kit for the same bike. Mines black hahaha. Was actually looking for a review on how different it feels after the swap over. But this guide is really handy. Hoping to do it this weekend :). EXCITE!

[@Omega47]

You will love it, never going back. Changed the character of the bike completely. No low end to mid range change over. You know what I mean, around 7k rpm you feel the power band change. No more of that since the rpms are higher per gear. Only disadvantage is higher rpm per cruising speed. Worth it though.

[@TheAstraios]

Hahaha yeah I got the cat taken out and chucked an R11 Yoshi pipe on it so its loud as fuck. The higher RPM worries me a little. Might have to get some ear plugs hahaha. Enjoy man, thanks for the guide. Got a sub from me. Ride safe and hey, awesome bike hahaha

[@jeremyscool122990]

No need to use a chain alignment tool?

[@Ian-Earle]

So what did this do make you faster on take off or more too end I was wanting to do mine just can’t make up my mind was thinking just one tooth on the front

[@Omega47]

Faster acceleration and I wanted to keep rpms in midrange to eliminate that low rpm bog. Top speed came down to around 142.

[@k9millie1]

Question I have a gsxr600 2016. Stock is 525 . If I do a conversion to 520 will I need to get anything like a Speedo healer?

[@Omega47]

Only if you add or subtract sprocket teeth. Converting in itself wont do anything to your speedo. Changing sprocket sizes will as it increase or decreases wheel speed causing the sensor to read higher or lower.

[@k9millie1]

What tools size did you used here, the rear axel Is 32 correct, what is the front sprocket nut and the hexagon socket,

[@人参-u3w]

thanks video

[@mandykal]

Where can I buy that chain tool?

[@Omega47]

+Just a Visitor Cycle Gear, realistically any Motorcycle parts store will carry this tool.

[@salmanalsaleem4115]

dear sir, I have gsxr 1000 k12 and I want to know which sprocket I should use front and rear for 500 meters, kindly update me.

[@Lemonaidgarage]

what is the torque setting for the sprockets on this bike? i have a k11 750 and doing a 520 conversion soon. also, is there a way to break the master link free with out that tool?

[@Lemonaidgarage]

never mind on the torque setting lol

[@Willjrockstar]

How long should this take an experienced mechanic with all the right tools?

[@Omega47]

45 minutes at the most.

[@Levett208]

Hi I'm looking at doing this to my k4 600 Want to make it wheelie easier but what is the top speed like now ? And how much is your speedo out by ?

[@Omega47]

I have a Healtech a Speedo Healer. Speedo is fine. Top speed around 145-150.

[@AleksandarStojiljkovic]

+Omega47 i doubt that you can achive 145 with 15/45.

[@BiqBoii117]

Hey what’s a good tool set for this ? Thanks

[@Omega47]

Basic socket set Torque wrench Allen key socket set in metric Chain breaker tool and flare kit

[@fabiancruz9529]

What grease brand did you use

[@Omega47]

Fabian Cruz Belray.

[@LITTLEbigRiders]

Nice video, its perfect to follow and you are handy ;) I have two left hands so I don't do this shit myself xD

[@Omega47]

LittleBIG Riders Lol

[@luillojailbreak]

exelent video

[@tacticool7742]

do you like it ? -1 +2

[@Omega47]

Very much so, change the character of the bike. Love it.

[@tacticool7742]

i just got my done thank bro

[@orfen88]

You extension and torque effect is inaccurate BTW. The extension doesnt affect the torque as long as its in a linear direction of the socket hex. It doesnt matter if its a 2" or 12" extension. Just always make sure to torque at a 90 degree angle and you will have no issues. And I know a lot of people will double click their torque wrenches as a habit. Probably from seeing other people do it. But id also advise not doing that. Ensure you achieve correct torque and when it clicks, leave it. That second click is over torqueing it every time. Another tid bit of information: The factory doesnt use loctite because if you look at the end of the nut on the sprocket (front and rear) you will notice a metal locking blade at the end. This locks the nut in place. I still use loctite however. Also, When youre breaking the nut loose at the front sprocket, place a block of wood in between the rear wheel spokes, i press the rear brake as well. You dont want all that breaking torque on your output shaft. Its putting excessive force on the transmission. And tbh its too much to risk for me. So i place a block of wood as a secondary safety measure while tightening and loosening the locknut. (Looks like you actually added the block of wood when tightening it. )

[@gsxravery]

Loctite is your friend.

[@MrDannycoutin]

Word of advice dont do this on a gsxr 1k😂😂😂

[@Omega47]

Lol, "hits throttle, sees sky...hospital." 🤣