Everything You Need To Know About Chain And Sprocket Kits from Sportbiketrackgear.com

[@theholocron323]

I love that Brian talks to me like I don't know anything. Because I actually don't know anything lol. Thanks for all the info over the years Mr. Van!

[@sportbiketrackgear]

You are welcome and thank you for watching! - Van

[@shane1diamond96789]

100% agree! But now thanks to Brian I’ve been able to do my windscreen and my cat delete M4 exhaust on my 2021 R1. Thanks Brian! 🤙🏾

[@LombardoJoe]

A couple years late to the party here, but I stumbled across this by accident. You talk exactly how I learn. Thank you for your teaching style. I’m gonna sub and check the other stuff out!

[@sportbiketrackgear]

Thank you for the kind words and for watching! - Van

[@davidlagno7717]

Thank you so much. The newer generation doesn't seem to know that much about 520 conversion and how much of a difference a simple sprocket gearing change can make. Personally it's the 1st mod I do to all of my bikes. Speedo healers are simple to install and program. 👍 this is the BEST video on youtube I could find on this subject

[@sportbiketrackgear]

Thank you for watching and for the kind words. - Van

[@SuperbikeDiscovery]

So i formative! Love your website and all the work you do. It was so easy to buy a custom chain kit with sprockets in your website, even played around with the colors... Its gonna look rocking! Good stuff and thanks

[@sportbiketrackgear]

You are welcome and thank you for watching! - Van

[@smc2811]

Hey Brian, thanks for the info but you have confused pitch with width, when you change from a 525 or 530 to 520 you don't change pitch it stays the same since pitch is the distance between pins, what you change is the width of the chain and sprockets effectively reducing the rotational mass of the system, that is why racers prefer 520's but they will also wear out faster. As always there is a trade off.Cheers!

[@sportbiketrackgear]

I chose to use pitch as this is the term that is most commonly used and I felt the global message was more important. Depending on the bike there are 520 chains that will last longer than the 520 or 525 that came of the bike from the factory. There are some excellent 520 chains on the market, have been for a long time now. Maintenance also plays a big role in how long the drive train components last. - Van

[@johnrogers5825]

@@sportbiketrackgear So what do you call the actual pitch Brian? This could be getting confusing.

[@johnrogers5825]

Just checked, and Salvador was correct. Pin to pin is pitch around the world. I'll stick with that as it is not confusing; you should too rather than giving information that suits you. Not having a go man, just my opinion and I believe constructive criticism.

[@defendukraine181]

B​@@sportbiketrackgear lmao. Never wrong huh?

[@J05HBR0WN]

Damn I didn't even think about the speedometer... you just hooked me up!!

[@trbusina]

You didnt change tyres so why speedometer be wrong

[@SeasparrowDD979]

​@@trbusina exactly. My bike gets the speed from the front tire and the abs..

[@Carpythesharky]

Thanks for the video. Mentioning the speedohealer was super helpful as well, I hadn't thought about the change to the speedometer.

[@sportbiketrackgear]

No worries, thanks for watching! - Van

[@TofuProductionCinema]

"negative, not gonna work" haha, always quality video. You guys are awesome.

[@robak4050]

that guy knows what he is talking about. greetings from a german racer 🏍💨

[@steffydog]

Another excellent video from Brian, thanks STG

[@xeonairsoft988]

Good video. It’s kinda funny how you sound similar to neagen from the walking dead. Keep up the good work.

[@sportbiketrackgear]

Thanks for watching. I am Negan...

[@BisayangMTB]

@@sportbiketrackgear what is the the best racing sprocket for yamaha r3 for track use what is the best combination?

[@WalkerRacing]

man you guys have a video for everything ive had to look up for my n400 race bike. thanks a lot!

[@sportbiketrackgear]

You are welcome and thank you for watching! - Van

[@gcanaday1]

One of the high points of having a mechanical speedo that works off the hub is that the only change that is going to affect your odometer is changing the OD of the wheel the speedo is attached to. And if you go bigger, it's gonna read low. No words about performance...lol.

[@sportbiketrackgear]

At this point you won't find many bikes with a mechanical speedo. - Van

[@chaoticend27]

Man I love Vance! Thanks for the video man. Interestingly enough for once thx to YT for recommending this video. I’m upgrading my stock R1 sprockets to quick accel kit.

[@sportbiketrackgear]

Appreciate you watching and the kind words. - Van

[@fhitahtechshorts3144]

Best mechanical engineering channel

[@sportbiketrackgear]

Appreciate you! - Van

[@cccuong]

Solid straight forward upgrade/replacement chain and sprocket info.

[@sportbiketrackgear]

Thanks for watching! - Van

[@jermaincrumb7218]

Hello, I just got a Honda VTR 1000 1998. Need new chain and front and rear sprocket

[@sportbiketrackgear]

Here is a link for the sprockets we offer for your bike on our site: www.sportbiketrackgear.com/parts/honda/vtr1000f-superhawk/1998?_bc_fsnf=1&Department=Sprockets+and+Chain+Kits

[@theravedaddy]

I dont need a speedo healer....i get stoked seeing my crf250 pull 180kph and its still got all the oily bits inside the crankcases

[@monicamartinez8147]

Great video.. upgraded my chain & sprocket...& learned me some...thanks so much!! 🤟🤙

[@sportbiketrackgear]

You are welcome and thank you for watching! - Van

[@gnarlock3927]

If you go down in the front sprocket, check the chain wear on the guide and make sure it won't wear into the swingarm. I'm thinking of just adding +2 rear on my Daytona600 to have some fun and play it safe. Thanks!

[@sportbiketrackgear]

On almost every model you can go down at least one tooth in the front from OEM and not have an issue. - Van

[@gnarlock3927]

@@sportbiketrackgear Thanks for the quick response. Decided to do the ol' -1/+2 520 Conversion with a bit of reassurance. Yeehaw!

[@macontrack499]

Divide the front tooth by the rear tooth and get the ratio. 👍🏼 On my 13 R1 stock is 17f 47r. 0.361 i wanted a little more acceleration but not hurting the top speed too much. A 17f 49r (+2r) is 0.347. Little too much for me. So in trying to save some rotating weight i went 16f 45r (-1, -2) 0.356 which is a hair closer to stock than a 17f 48r (+1r) 0.354 also went with a vortex front and rear steel sprocket and rk 520 chain.

[@sportbiketrackgear]

I like the gearing choice you made, prefer to use a smaller sprocket in the rear when it is appropriate. - Van

[@deanpeterson2272]

Always love watching your videos, I learn so much useful information, and I love my Spiegler brakelines BTW.

[@sportbiketrackgear]

Thanks for watching and for the business, both are appreciated my brother! - Brian Van

[@DavidM2002]

I'm probably one of the few CBR1000RR owners that is strictly a touring rider. 20,000+ Km's per year. I ride one up and try to keep my packed gear weight reasonable. After 15+ years on my FJR by comparison, the CBR has terrible fuel range. I could mount a small auxiliary tank but would prefer not to. On the CBR, I hit reserve at about 150 miles. If I went up one tooth on the front and down 1 tooth on the rear, would that make much difference in fuel range or would the engine just be working harder at any given speed due to the gearing and burn just as much gas ?

[@sportbiketrackgear]

I do not think the difference would be notable. - Van

[@r.t.prioritytradingltd.2387]

I have a 2013 Honda Cbr600rr ABS mode( the full red fairings). What sprocket kit, chain, should I buy??. Preferably from VorteX, RG, etc.. A nice, smooth, quick acceleration is what is needed. Not to wheelie or to race etc..

[@sportbiketrackgear]

Vortex Honda CBR600RR 07-20 V3 2.0 Gold Chain and Sprocket Kit www.sportbiketrackgear.com/vortex-honda-cbr600rr-07-17-v3-2-0-gold-chain-and-sprocket-kit/ Vortex Honda CBR600RR 07-20 V3 Chain and Sprocket Kit www.sportbiketrackgear.com/vortex-honda-cbr600rr-07-16-v3-chain-and-sprocket-kit/ One down in the front and 2 up in the rear is the most common choice on a 600. I have done that myself in the past and really liked it. - Van

[@r.t.prioritytradingltd.2387]

@@sportbiketrackgear Thanks with extreme gratitude Van. Keep up the great work💥💥💥💯

[@r.t.prioritytradingltd.2387]

Please bear with me but I’m still a bit unsure of the links that you’ve sent. I’m not seeing the option to choose a 44 rear & 15 front. Which of the links should I purchase & what kind of chain?. I want a steel sprocket. I wish you could put it in a cart & let me just pay for it😄

[@ajv802]

Brian Van you are the Man! I’m building a track 750 and trying to guess front rear sprockets for a alloy 520 kit while going from a 55 to a 60 profile rear is doing my head in. Dropping one tooth on the front using stock 525 chain and rear sprocket costs stuff all and takes the guess work out of it.

[@Gm03120]

best explanation on youtube, thank you

[@sportbiketrackgear]

You are welcome and thank you for watching! - Van

[@jibblesack]

If im going with a large rear sprocket how do I figure out what chain length i need ?

[@sportbiketrackgear]

For most every sportbike when you are installing a chain and sprocket kit you will start with a 120 link chain and cut the length during the install when you set the position of the axle. - Van

[@jarredcameron1]

For a 600 I’m stuck between -1 and -1/+2 what’s the difference between those two. Both sounds pretty similar

[@sportbiketrackgear]

The most common change for a 600 would be -1 front and +2 in the rear. I have done this on many bikes and been happy with the end result. - Van

[@MotoGoato]

"If you want your 1000cc sports bike to accelerate faster" ... because 0-60mph in 2.5 seconds just isn't enough .... lol 😁😁

[@okinawanah3463]

about to put a 50 tooth on my ZX14, it's slow stock

[@AJ-js1yw]

Amazing vids as always brian van. More power!

[@sportbiketrackgear]

Appreciate you! - Van

[@AustinPetDetective]

I have a suzuki bandit 1250 and it accelerates like a ROCKET off the line, cant imagine going up 2 teeth on the back sprocket to make it accelerate more ?

[@sportbiketrackgear]

Exactly the reason they offer all these gearing choices. I have taken more than one bike and made the gearing longer. - Van

[@awesomeagnihotrisvlog]

hi there awsmmmmmm video...what would you recommend for tiger xrx?? need some acceleration excitement.? than ks in advance

[@pabz83]

on a 1000cc sport bike, (for the street) will 1-front 2+rear make it more likely to stall in first at low speeds?

[@sportbiketrackgear]

No but it will make it wheelie like crazy. Try +2 in the rear if you want a little quicker acceleration. - Van

[@pabz83]

@@sportbiketrackgear I just got my bike back, from my mechanic, 1- 2+.. I already had 1- on the front.. but decided to add 2 on the back, as I was due for a major service and sprocket change,,, already had a speedo heeler, and got an xring red chain and a red super sprox put on and took it for a small ride yesterday, with new dunlop mutant tires I actually love it , I ride a cbr1000rr

[@archiewilson4943]

I have a 2007 cbr600rr. I am learning on a go kart track. I would like to go from a 16 front to a 14 and 42 rear to 48. I am getting out pulled out of corners bad. My bike has very strong engine braking (too strong for such low speeds) will this make it worse.

[@sportbiketrackgear]

This will not change the engine braking assuming you are in the same RPM range when you roll off the throttle or downshift. FYI it may be easier to install a smaller front sprocket than go up 6 teeth in the rear. Perhaps split the change between the front and the rear by going down 1 in the front and up 3 in the rear. - Van

[@hexx-otrips1798]

hello sir, i got 2019 r3, any suggestions on rear sprocket teeth? on how many to add or don't add at all?? looking for good acceleration for my r3.. 🙏 any suggestions is helpful.. 🙏

[@sportbiketrackgear]

On the R3 I liked the OEM size front with one tooth smaller in the rear. This seemed to make 1st gear a little more useable. - Van

[@williamnichols429]

Keep in mind that going to a smaller front sprocket makes the chain wear faster because it has to make a tighter circle! It`s more expensive and more labor, but for long haul durability always go bigger on the rear sprocket instead.

[@sportbiketrackgear]

You are correct, this is something to consider especially if you want to go 14 tooth or less. With a 520 I prefer to stay 15 and up. - Brian Van

[@hyper6362]

I have a 2015 636 i commute everyday and ride weekends wich sproket and chain do i need for my bike thanks im from orange california

[@sportbiketrackgear]

I would go with a 520 kit with a steel rear sprocket for added life. As for the gearing really depends on how aggressive you want to be. Most aggressive change would be 2 up in the rear and 1 down in the front. If you want a little quicker acceleration but want to preserve as much top end as you can go with 1 down in the front and OEM size rear. Your bike comes with a 16 tooth front and a 43 tooth rear from the factory. Below are links to some kits on our site: Vortex Kawasaki ZX-6R 07-18 V3 2.0 Gold Chain and Sprocket Kit www.sportbiketrackgear.com/vortex-kawasaki-zx-6r-07-18-v3-2-0-gold-chain-and-sprocket-kit/ Driven 520 Chain and Sprocket Kit Kawasaki ZX-6R 07-19 www.sportbiketrackgear.com/driven-520-chain-and-sprocket-kit-kawasaki-zx-6r-07-17/

[@hyper6362]

@@sportbiketrackgear oh cool thanks but i really dont wanna go aggressive i just ride from work to home and weekends what kit do i need i dont wanna ruin my bike

[@sportbiketrackgear]

@@hyper6362 if you are happy with the way the bike performs now you could always use the same sprocket combo it comes with from the factory. - Van

[@hyper6362]

@@sportbiketrackgear how much you sale the kit for??

[@lewontwo5883]

Great job. I appreciate the knowledge sharing and the customer support realted to these maintenance videos.

[@artur0123]

i have a r6 2017 what chain and sprocket i need for a faster but fast acceleration?

[@sportbiketrackgear]

If you want to keep most of your top end speed I would recommend going 1 down in the front and keep the rear stock size (15 tooth front and a 45 tooth rear). That set up will only reduce your top end about 10 mph. If you want to get a little more aggressive acceleration go 1 down in the front and 2 up in the rear (15 tooth front and a 47 tooth rear). This set up will reduce the top end approximately 17 mph. You will see a noticeable gain with either set up IMO. Below are links to some kits on our site: Driven 520 Chain and Sprocket Kit Yamaha YZF-R6 03-18 www.sportbiketrackgear.com/driven-520-chain-and-sprocket-kit-yamaha-yzf-r6-03-17/ Vortex Yamaha YZF-R6 06-18 V3 2.0 Gold Chain and Sprocket Kit www.sportbiketrackgear.com/vortex-yamaha-yzf-r6-06-17-v3-2-0-gold-chain-and-sprocket-kit/ Vortex Yamaha YZF-R6 06-18 V3 Chain and Sprocket Kit www.sportbiketrackgear.com/vortex-yamaha-yzf-r6-06-17-v3-chain-and-sprocket-kit/ Let me know if you need anything else, happy to help. - Brian Van

[@artur0123]

Sportbike Track Gear wow thank u so much! Best explanation ever!!

[@drew1759]

Thanks for all the very helpful and well written replies on all of your videos man! I too am looking for a kit for my 17 r6! Can't make up my mind on which one to order though.

[@ronaldholley6070]

I have a cbr 650f but I wanna make my bike wheele more easily even if it's a power wheele will -1 in the front and +2 in the rear help with this bc I can clutch up wheele but can't power wheele

[@sportbiketrackgear]

The CBR650F is not a very powerful bike. To get this one to wheelie you will need to use the clutch. To do it with gearing you would have to get pretty radical which would make the bike far less fun to ride. - Van

[@sephirohmoto]

HI I HAVE A ZX6R2019. IM PLANNING TO -1 FRONT AND +2 REAR. IS THAT TOO EXTREME? THANKS

[@sportbiketrackgear]

No this would be a pretty common mod for a 600. - Van

[@sephirohmoto]

@@sportbiketrackgear would there be any effects on electronic traction control if i change the sprocket size? thanks

[@Junibugsterful]

You guys are full of information and have been valuable and helpful! Thank you

[@nyc5898]

Im stuck on what to do with my 2006 gsxr 1000. Its time to change everything. Im not sure if i want to go -1 +1 or just leave it stock. I want better acceleration but no wheelie machine

[@sportbiketrackgear]

I would not do more than adding 2 teeth to the rear myself. On my 2018 GSXR 1000 I am running gearing that is taller than stock. - Van

[@nyc5898]

Thank you

[@kenkl5204]

Why don't you mention the quick change? The aluminum base and steel teeth.

[@sportbiketrackgear]

For what we are building here we do not have any practical need for a quick change. - Van

[@JustinOtterholt]

Couldnt find a chain/sprocket kit on your site for my hayabusa that wasn't oem spec. Im looking for a 520 kit with 17/45 sprockets

[@sportbiketrackgear]

Shoot an email to [e-mail] and the team will get you sorted out. - Van

[@mohamedfaaezshaik2334]

Hi, do you have something for Honda CBR 125 2008, I am building a track bike.

[@sportbiketrackgear]

Sorry, I do not believe this model is sold here in the US. - Van

[@GroundZ3R0Gamer]

So if the 0 to 60 on a 600cc stock sprocket is 3.0 seconds, how much faster would - 1 front +2 back be?

[@sportbiketrackgear]

Do a Google search for a gearing calculator. This math equation is outside of my scope. - Van

[@GroundZ3R0Gamer]

@@sportbiketrackgear thank you!!! 🙌

[@motoryzen]

The more sensible question is ( outside of using it on the drag race track)..WHY would you want to or think you need to have more acceleration than 0 to 6 mph in less than 3 seconds? Chris, 20mph per second is already just as fast or close enough to a damn tesla model s. And don't tell me " to be safe and get away from cagers at red lights.." bullshit. Only a squid would make such a lying excuse Two words Be satisfied.

[@GroundZ3R0Gamer]

I just wanna go faster 😂. Im more fearful of going 150+ so I'd happily give that up for faster low end pull

[@nwbklr]

I just noticed the guy that owned my gsxr 1000 before me had put on a Vortex 45 tooth sprocket. Now I know what’s been bothering me since I bought it. It’s so jerky in 1st gear. And on the freeway I get sort of a chain lash jerk at cruising speeds while trying to also maintain the same speed. I didn’t even know they went as high as 45! It was perfect stock for ME when I owned 2 of these in the past. I don’t want to accelerate faster at the expense of screamin on the freeway in 6th gear. I feel like I’m on a 600 by comparison.

[@sportbiketrackgear]

I have my 2018 GSXR 1000 geared longer than stock and it is smooth as butter. - Van

[@FreddyG687]

Van can you go over the chains them selfs? Differences between the quality of chains available. Thank you!

[@sportbiketrackgear]

We will look at doing a chain specific video. - Van

[@honestop9196]

Just ordered a better quality kit for my 600 ninja. Glad I got it right 1 down, 2 up and 520 pitch😀. Now need a speedo healer

[@hazenness]

Did you get it

[@RespawnRestricted]

What was the change in your top speed if you ever hit it before the change I mean until now

[@bnplaza]

learned alot from this video, thanks Brian.

[@sportbiketrackgear]

You are welcome and thank you for watching! - Van

[@deancrow3525]

What if you're doing a 630 to 530 conversion. I went to cycle gear to get more teeth on my rear sprocket and the guy didn't know anything so I made the call to go from 38t to 40t but he failed to tell me it was a 530 which is smaller in diameter then a 630 so if I go from 15t front sprocket to 16t what will that do to my bikes performance? The reason I am changing up is to gain more take off. It currently has 15t front 38t rear 630 setup

[@sportbiketrackgear]

What is the year, make and model of your bike? This will help me make a proper recommendation for you. - Van

[@jesuspoem5270]

Would you apply the the same principle to a 400cc or a 500cc bike??

[@sportbiketrackgear]

Yes this will apply to a smaller bike as well. - Van

[@evanjay677]

I have an R6 2017 which is otherwise stock. I love to just ride with my mates on a winding road. I do want the bike to be comfortable on highway cruising speeding .. sup to 120 km/hr (i supposed 75 mph). Do you think going -1/+2 will reduce drive ability at cruising speeds... will the bike be sitting in very high RPM range and will it be jerky on the throttle especially at cruising speeds. I realize I would also be able to utilise the Modes A/std/B to adjust throttle response to suit riding style as well.

[@sportbiketrackgear]

-1 and +2 should work well for how you are riding the bike. The change is not so great that it would have any negative impact on the performance. - Van

[@jameskahl1598]

If you go up two teeth in only rear will speedometer be off?

[@sportbiketrackgear]

It depends on the bike model you have. Some of the new bikes use the wheel speed sensors to calculate so as long as you have not changed the tire size you are good to go. Any other bikes a gearing change will affect the speedo. - Van

[@davidjames1684]

Actually the sprockets I settled on (after trying some more radical combos), was +1, +11 which was still good for about 150 MPH top speed. I actually went from a 17-525 front to 18-520 front. The rear went from 39-525 to 50-520. That seemed to be the "perfect" compromise for my style of riding. Notice that to "gear" a bike down, you can actually increase the # of teeth on the front sprocket, as long as you compensate with the rear sprocket as I did. That 18-50 combo was a LOT of fun. My sportbike days are over but I still tinker with sprockets. My favorite is Supersprox stealth. To help "prove" that reducing rotating mass only makes a difference if it is reasonably "far" away from the center of rotation, ask yourself why doesn't SuperSprox make a dual metal front sprocket with steel teeth and an aluminum carrier. That is the reason why. It is not worth the effort cuz the performance gain would not even be noticeable. Even the rear sprocket performance gain is minimal but they look so cool.

[@xwhels]

For a gsxs 750 2015 what is your recommendation for acceleration i am not a wheelie guy

[@sportbiketrackgear]

If you want quicker acceleration and want to avoid it being a total wheelie machine I would go with a 16 tooth front sprocket (OEM is 17 tooth) and a 42 tooth rear sprocket (same size as stock). Vortex has 520 kits with either steel or aluminum rear sprockets that come with either a black or gold chain. If you want steel choose the "GFRS", prefer an aluminum rear sprocket go with the "GFRA" option. Below are links to these kits on our site: Vortex Suzuki GSX-S750 / Z 15-17 V3 Chain and Sprocket Kitw/Black Chain www.sportbiketrackgear.com/vortex-suzuki-gsx-s750-z-15-17-v3-chain-and-sprocket-kit/ Vortex Suzuki GSX-S750 / Z 15-17 V3 2.0 Gold Chain and Sprocket Kit www.sportbiketrackgear.com/vortex-suzuki-gsx-s750-z-15-17-v3-2-0-gold-chain-and-sprocket-kit/ Let me know if you need anything else. - Brian Van

[@xwhels]

Sportbike Track Gear I appreciate that well tell you if i do 👍

[@saiyasaswi5463]

bro i want to know one thing that we can change the rear and front sprockets right .but while coming to rear sprocket is there any different sizes in rear sprockets like hole to hole diameter and the axle hole ? or can we fit any size of sprocket on any kind of motorcycle ? and the final thing is there is a hub for connecting the rear sprocket to the wheel can we change them to desired size or not . and is it fixed with any kind of nuts and bolts or can we remove by hand ? please help me to get out of this problem .

[@stylze5767]

I have this side project (not street bike, it's a dirtbike) is it possible to put a 40 series sprocket onto a rear tire when the original sprocket is a 50 series. Are lugs for sprockets universal like that? If so where could I get sprockets?

[@sportbiketrackgear]

Sorry, we do not really deal in off road parts, just street and track. - Van

[@stephenkennedy3145]

Some good info here , thank-you for sharing

[@sportbiketrackgear]

You are welcome and thank you for watching! - Van

[@mrajendrasuriya5974]

Hi, my question is if I use KTM duke 390 2016 model what is the right spocket teeth for torque and top, thanks for your time and info

[@sportbiketrackgear]

Sorry, I am not familiar with that model at all. - Van

[@kev_streetz6107]

Maybe I missed it, 2012 GSXR 1K adding two teeth in the rear. Obviously max performance for any mod you need a power commander or some type of engine management system. If exhaust and chain is all the bike has should I get a power Commander. I see now the answer just want some professional thoughts from the experts. Thank you for your time !!!

[@sportbiketrackgear]

You do not need to install a fuel controller when replacing the sprockets on the bike, this has no affect on fueling. When installing a full system on the bike you will need to install a fuel controller of flash the ecu to get the maximum benefit from the exhaust you installed. - Van

[@Planet_COLOR]

What about a hayabusa is it a good idea to go down 1 in the front?.... I just don’t wants too much power that will wheelie on me, because my bike it’s not stretch.

[@sportbiketrackgear]

I think going 1 down in the front of the Hayabusa would be too aggressive. Maybe a toot up in the rear or just leave the gearing stock. - Van

[@Planet_COLOR]

Sweet I just order it....vortex chain,front and rear sprocket but keeping it stock 🤙🤙🤙

[@chitoloveone7565]

I have a gsxs1000 stock 17/44 Drive . what gearing change can I do for more top speed ?

[@sportbiketrackgear]

If you want more top speed you need to either reduce the size of the front or increase the size of the rear sprocket. - Van

[@flamintasty]

@@sportbiketrackgear ​​⁠ Van, it’s the other way around. Larger front sprocket for more top speed, at the expense of acceleration. Smaller rear sprocket for more top speed, at the expense of acceleration. And/or both together, at the expense of acceleration.

[@kateeducationkateeducation5097]

Hello sir, plz advise set for multistrada 1260 pikes peak. Also tools i need

[@sportbiketrackgear]

Sorry I am not familiar with any of the Ducati models. - Van

[@πόληβυθός]

Hi. If i go 1 up on front and 2 down on rear, will that give me more top end?? Is it worth doing it?? Thanks in advance.

[@sportbiketrackgear]

That would be too long for most any bike IMO. - Van

[@anthonycampos7417]

I have an 08 Aprilia shiver 750 and I'm changing out my sprockets, chain and tire. Stock is 44 tooth rear and 16 tooth front. I'm trying to keep the stock 16 front and go up 1 tooth in the rear to 45 but apparently no such thing exists. I want slightly more off the line speed but I fear that going to a 46 tooth rear will make 1st and 2nd gear so impossibly short I can't enjoy them and they are already very short as is, 1st gear is only good to 35mph max and 2nd maybe 54mph. What should I do?

[@sportbiketrackgear]

Sorry that is not a very common bike and will be hard to find performance parts for. - Van

[@Thendub]

So I ordered this kit and in the rear sprocket option it says "black Steel" but when it came in it says on the package that it's "alloy" if I knew it was going to be alloy I would have ordered the blue alloy one.. I was thinking function>form but owell still happy I changed the gearing anyways.

[@sportbiketrackgear]

If we sent you the wrong sprocket we will get you sorted out. The steel rear sprocket is less expensive than the aluminum, end of the day we gave you a free upgrade. All BS aside please reach out on Monday and the team will dial you in. Apologies for the issue, Brian Van

[@Thendub]

I'm not even upset or anything just honestly confused I didn't even see an option for black alloy. And I notice now there is a sticker that says "520 steel rear" but on the actual package it says "Super strong 7075-t6 alloy" it's going on the bike in the morning regardless I was just confused and if I was going to get alloy I would have spent the extra 20 on blue. Appreciate the quick response!

[@bryanwilson9275]

If I go to a 520 pitch from a 530 pitch do I need to change the size of chain link

[@sportbiketrackgear]

If you are using the same tooth count sprockets you can use the same length chain. - Van

[@YNTGUNS]

I have a 07 zx10r and i want a stock chain kit on my bike. Im looking at your website and i need a 525 17tooth front and 40t rear but i dont see 108 links like i have on my bike on ur site. I only see 520 kits

[@sportbiketrackgear]

RK / Driven Kawasaki ZX-10R 06-07 OEM Replacement Chain and Sprocket Kit www.sportbiketrackgear.com/rk-driven-kawasaki-zx-10r-06-07-oem-replacement-chain-and-sprocket-kit/ Vortex Kawasaki ZX-10R 06-07 V3 2.0 Gold Chain and Sprocket Kit www.sportbiketrackgear.com/vortex-kawasaki-zx-10r-06-07-v3-2-0-gold-chain-and-sprocket-kit/ Vortex Kawasaki ZX-10R 06-07 V3 Chain and Sprocket Kit www.sportbiketrackgear.com/vortex-kawasaki-zx-10r-06-07-v3-chain-and-sprocket-kit/ Above are three options that offer OEM gearing with the proper length chain so you don't have to cut it. With the Vortex kits you will need to look at the WSS (stock gearing and pitch with steel rear sprocket) or the SSA (stock gearing and pitch with aluminum rear sprocket). - Brian Van

[@alexanderking3971]

I'm changing sprocket size on my 2012 ninja 250r. I looked at getting speedo healer to make sure odometer and speed readings are accurate but it doesnt seem to work on the 250r... is there an alternative way of dealing with this ?

[@sportbiketrackgear]

The speedo is driven off the front wheel. When you make changes to gearing this will not have any effect on the accuracy of the speedometer. - Van

[@alexanderking3971]

@@sportbiketrackgear thank you so much man, really appreciate the quick response. Makes me feel much better 😊

[@youngeaon6284]

I have a 02 suzuki gsxr 750 I personally never did work on the but what happens is the bike shoot off quickly but also revs out just as fast so am left a riding at slower pace to feel more comfortable get the gears in like normal vs if I want to go fast I have get those gears in like it's a drag bike no top end. I had the clutch changed it was bad And had it replaced witch I was told it was a racing that was in stalled. And. Never asked for a racing one. Most annoying is that I live in the British virgin Islands where I have order everything. I need you opinion on this because person that did the work said I might need to change the sprockets

[@sportbiketrackgear]

Sounds like your gearing may be a little shorter than you would like. I would suggest going back to stock gearing and see how you like that. Odds are it will be taller than what you have and make you more comfortable. - Van

[@youngeaon6284]

@@sportbiketrackgear thanks

[@lewiscross7194]

With the Speedo thing. Couldn't I completely cheat using the stock sprockets but made the odometer count slower .

[@davidjames1684]

I wouldn't trust the mileage on any speedhealed bike or any bike. Too easy to alter.

[@sportbiketrackgear]

Yes you could do that if you wanted to. - Van

[@JohnSmith-uf9re]

What do you think about Afam sprocket kit? I have a honda vfr800 bike, I want to get the best.

[@sportbiketrackgear]

There are several great sprocket brands. While Afam is a good brand we do not feel they are any better than Vortex or Driven. We are using Vortex on all of our race and track bikes with excellent results. - Van

[@ljsablad04]

Hello, just want a suggestion here, for a small type biker like me, have a crf150L and looking for a good sprocket combination for high speed and a bit enduro. Please help me.

[@sportbiketrackgear]

Sorry I am not familiar with that model and we do not have any parts on the site for it. - Van

[@arvin6606]

I wonder what happen if i use smaller chain and sprocket like 415 on a 520 bike. In Europe, KTM Duke 125 is using 520 and seems a bit overkill and want to make it lighter using 415 chain and sprocket. Is it possible?

[@sportbiketrackgear]

We use a 415 chain and sprocket setup on our MotoAmerica Kawasaki Ninja 400 and have not had any issues. - Van

[@pedrocarapeto82]

Hello i have a 2011 zx10r , no cat , no electronic ,only a K&N filter and NGK iridium. I have 525 chain , 17 front and 39 on the rear.. it´s a all day motorcycle . it´s to slow bike on low gear , what is the recommendation sprocket? thanks

[@sportbiketrackgear]

I would not get to aggressive with the gearing on a 1000. You want to make it a wheelie machine IMO. I would suggest going down 1 tooth in the front and leaving the rear a 39. - Van

[@Killapickle87]

I have a 07 ZX10R with a full exhaust, filter, pc3 and I went to a down 1 up 2 setup and it's a monster. only thing is if your going to ride on the highway alot I wouldn't do it. I'd stick to like a down 1 front

[@pedrocarapeto82]

@@sportbiketrackgear thanks for the replay . what will be the difference ?

[@dental2010bmer]

Can you also keep the rear 45 stock and go down 2 in the front ?? What should i expect ??

[@sportbiketrackgear]

This is a pretty radical change, like adding 6 teeth to the rear sprocket so the accelerating will be much quick with a notable reduction in top speed. I would not recommend this on a 1000, but you could use this on a 600 if you do not mind losing some top end. It is pretty common to go 1 down in the front and 2 up in the rear on a 600, this is only 1 tooth more than that. - Van

[@kodiacmotorcycle]

What ratio would you put in a yamaha wr250r to have speed and strength.

[@sportbiketrackgear]

Sorry I am not very familiar with that bike. I would try to jump on the forums and see what others are using. - Van

[@kodiacmotorcycle]

Sportbike Track Gear and a grxr 1000 L5

[@emmanuelperez8571]

I need a chain and sprocket kit for my 03 sv650. My first bike and I'm comfortable doing the work my.self but I don't know much about reliable consistent quality brands. Does anyone know where I can find a quality chain and sprocket kit? The stock chain+ sprocket is worn out and I'd like to keep the same specs.

[@sportbiketrackgear]

Below is a link to the chain kits for your bike on our site. Either the Vortex or the Driven kits are top quality and get the result you are looking for. www.sportbiketrackgear.com/parts/suzuki/sv650/2003?_bc_fsnf=1&Department=Sprockets%20and%20Chain%20Kits&sort=pricedesc - Van

[@emmanuelperez8571]

@@sportbiketrackgear Perfect, this is everything I need. Thanks Van 👍

[@jmedic3372]

I have a 520 kit. Not reallly liking it ,can i go back to a 45t cat 5 , without changing the chain

[@Lucifer-pc1nx]

I have a 2020 kawasaki ninja 400 its a great bike but im looking to get more power out of it what do you recommend for a new chain and sprocket kit

[@sportbiketrackgear]

You can add 2 teeth to the rear sprocket or drop 1 tooth in the front. This will cost you a little bit of top end but help is accelerate a little faster. - Van

[@familyoverland2082]

I'd love to see a video on differences between chains. X-Ring vs. O-ring different brands 515 vs 520

[@sportbiketrackgear]

We are running a 415 on the 400 for MotoAmerica now. For sure they are lighter and the resistance seems to be about the same as a non oring 520. - Van

[@angkorian_rider7770]

How will you adjust the power commander in accordance with the sprocket adjustments to make the bike faster?

[@sportbiketrackgear]

No need to adjust the fuel controller for this man. On some bikes the speedo and odometer will become inaccurate when you change gearing. - Van

[@patrick00755]

Hello, I have a question regarding my 77 Kawasaki kz 650. Currently I have 16 front 42 rear 530 pitch sprocket now. I would like a faster acceleration. What size would you recommend for the front or rear sprocket change? Thanks

[@sportbiketrackgear]

I am not familiar with this model but would suggest doing the same gearing change to this we do on most modern 600cc bikes. Go down one tooth on the front and up two on the rear. This will improve the acceleration. - Van

[@patrick00755]

@@sportbiketrackgear thanks I appreciate you getting back with me.

[@leomunoz2422]

Hello I have a 2008 Honda CBR 1000RR. In the video you said you will start 2 up in the rear. Stock on cbr is 42 on the rear so go up to 44? Leave the front alone? Thanks, just making sure before I place a order.

[@sportbiketrackgear]

Yes that is where I would start with a 1000cc if you are looking for a little quicker acceleration. - Van

[@leomunoz2422]

Sportbike Track Gear i found a chain kit that comes with sprockets -1 in the front and -2 in the rear. Is it a major difference compared to just -2 in the rear and front stock? Thanks

[@juanitotiberius9629]

How about for the yamaha r3 sprocket setup? Whats your recommendation?

[@sportbiketrackgear]

We have been running the OEM front with a one tooth smaller in the rear. This set up has worked well at most race tracks. - Van

[@kirbylee57]

You dont need a rivet in the master link. I've had over thirty bikes, and not once did the clip come out. His chain looked a little tight to me, and thats without someone sitting on it. It's hard to tell sometimes, who to listen to, and who is fos.

[@sportbiketrackgear]

If you are riding a sportbike you should have a rivet link on the chain. I have built many bikes including bikes that have won MotoAmerica races. - Van

[@kirbylee57]

@@sportbiketrackgear All my links have rivets, two actually. Well all except one called the master link which has a clip. Never heard it called a "rivet link".

[@slabua]

Forgive my ignorance but, isn't the speedometer cable attached to the front wheel? If so, why would any change of transmission ratio affect the speedometer measurement at all, or is my aforementioned assumption wrong?

[@sportbiketrackgear]

There was a time having the speedo cable driven off the front wheel was pretty common, now you only really see it on some scooters. Most modern bikes will use a speed sensor on the trans or the wheel speed sensors used for the ABS brakes if the bike is equipped with them. - Van

[@slabua]

@@sportbiketrackgear Thanks for the information, I didn't know!

[@bradenbarnes7800]

What about 125cc? Sport bike thinking of getting a Suzuki gsxr 125 for a beginner bike and invest into (never ridden before)

[@sportbiketrackgear]

I would just leave the gearing stock to begin with. You need to ride it enough to know if it needs to be changed or not. - Van

[@JohnSmith-uf9re]

Great video, I have a 07 Honda vfr800 and I'm do for a new kit, but I want a nice gold chain Any suggestions

[@sportbiketrackgear]

Vortex Honda VFR800F 02-09 V3 Chain and Sprocket Kit www.sportbiketrackgear.com/vortex-honda-vfr800f-02-09-v3-chain-and-sprocket-kit/

[@Lazocaferacers]

What do you recommend for my 2020 hupermotard 950? I want the lighter one. Thanks

[@sportbiketrackgear]

I am not familiar with that model and we do not have anything listed for it on the site. - Van

[@gq1364]

Do you have to change the chain links if you go +2 in the rear on a 1000cc?

[@sportbiketrackgear]

You should be able to install the sprocket as long as the rear axle has enough adjustment to allow you to do so. This change will shorten the wheelbase a bit which may change the handling. The most notable change would be the front wheel will lift a little easier, it should also steer a little quicker (may be hard to notice that). If you are unhappy with the handling after changing the wheelbase you will need to order up a chain so you can get the wheelbase back to where it should be. - Van

[@sleggett243]

Great video! So many questions answered.

[@sportbiketrackgear]

Thank you for watching! - Van

[@jmannUSMC]

I have a question about a kit I purchased from you guys. My stock front sprocket on my CBR600RR had rubber dampers attached to it. Should I reinstall those rubber dampers on my new Driven front drive sprocket?

[@sportbiketrackgear]

No they are part of the OEM sprocket and do not transfer to the replacement one. - Van

[@code_red7744]

I bought my bike used and it had a 530 chain and 525 sprockets. I said fuck it and rode it as is and it wore the sprocket out pretty fast. You could take the chain and slide it left and right on the sprocket a couple mm

[@sportbiketrackgear]

I would have replaced the chain with a 525 to save the sprockets. - Van

[@Sh00fly86]

Some bikes have the speed sensor on the front wheel and don't read off of the counter shaft sprocket, so not all will be off after a regear.

[@kornboy22]

Yea my zxr250 is like that. Also I know the zx10r 2011+ is like that

[@Sh00fly86]

kornboy22 You're correct. I have a 2012 zx10r and went down one tooth on the front, speedometer didn't change.

[@michaelrusso2643]

I’m switching my stock gearing to a 520 setup. However I ordered an aluminum rear sprocket and an aluminum front sprocket from STG and they sent me a steel front sprocket instead of the aluminum. Can I use a 520 steel front sprocket w a 520 chain and aluminum rear sprocket? Thanks

[@temblekec]

Such a good video. Thanks Bryan. I really appreciate all this info. 🤟

[@sportbiketrackgear]

You are welcome and thank you for watching! - Van

[@Highupp]

If you replace one sprocket do you need to change both? Or can I just do a front sprocket and chain only? I’m 45 teethe on my fz09 and I want to go 48-50