Sprocket Manfacturer Quality or Over priced
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Sprocket Manfacturer Quality or Over priced
I'm looking to replace the rear sprocket and chain on my 2005 kdx.
Anyone have any experience with the listed sprocket and is it worth the
money.
I have wasted my OE sprocket in 295 miles and just got RB'ed so I'm
sure it won't take many more miles to polish it off.
I ride in a good amount of mud and sand but I think a stainless should
last quite a bit longer. ???
This would be for a 48 tooth
Name: Moose Stainless Steel Rear Sprockets (Kawasaki KDX200 2005)
Price: $79.95
Manufacturer: Moose
Anyone have any experience with the listed sprocket and is it worth the
money.
I have wasted my OE sprocket in 295 miles and just got RB'ed so I'm
sure it won't take many more miles to polish it off.
I ride in a good amount of mud and sand but I think a stainless should
last quite a bit longer. ???
This would be for a 48 tooth
Name: Moose Stainless Steel Rear Sprockets (Kawasaki KDX200 2005)
Price: $79.95
Manufacturer: Moose
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I've been using the Z sprocket for couple of years now with very good results, I've been through two sets.
I replace the rear sprocket, chain and front sprocket all at once. I've been using the OEM front sprocket.
Because I run a couple of races every spring I've been replacing the whole set every January or february. I swear I could probably get two years out of a set, but so much depends on where and how much you ride.
This is just me, but I never wash it or use any lube. I run a bit looser than the manual recommends and have not had to adjust tension until the sprckets and chain show wear, both times not until it was time to replace anyway. I've got two used sets hanging on the wall that would work in a pinch.
I replace the rear sprocket, chain and front sprocket all at once. I've been using the OEM front sprocket.
Because I run a couple of races every spring I've been replacing the whole set every January or february. I swear I could probably get two years out of a set, but so much depends on where and how much you ride.
This is just me, but I never wash it or use any lube. I run a bit looser than the manual recommends and have not had to adjust tension until the sprckets and chain show wear, both times not until it was time to replace anyway. I've got two used sets hanging on the wall that would work in a pinch.
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Mostbodies have their own particular favorite sprocket/chain vendor.
Since you asked for my opinion (??).....
I haven't tried a 'Z' sprocket, but the idea seems reasonable. I've run aluminum rear sprockets for years..so don't know why you would need stainless steel.
With a 'full width' rear (unlike the 'Z'), a sprocket with self-cleaning grooves is a necessity imo.
I've found no CSS that performs as well as a Renthal, and the fit of them is a whole lot better, too. Less slop on the shaft.
Since you asked for my opinion (??).....
I haven't tried a 'Z' sprocket, but the idea seems reasonable. I've run aluminum rear sprockets for years..so don't know why you would need stainless steel.
With a 'full width' rear (unlike the 'Z'), a sprocket with self-cleaning grooves is a necessity imo.
I've found no CSS that performs as well as a Renthal, and the fit of them is a whole lot better, too. Less slop on the shaft.
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Why pay extra?
Because steel sprockets are ugly.
Of course...that is VERY important in a sprocket!
Because steel sprockets are ugly.
Of course...that is VERY important in a sprocket!
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I think the Z sprocket just looks... TOUGH!
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Lotta good looking tough is gonna get you
Don't know what I have and don't really give a hoot either
I'm pretty sure it is steel and it has been on there for quite awhile and it's gonna be on there for a quite a bit longer
I do know I have a DID ERT gold non o-ring chain though, and I like it very much
Don't know what I have and don't really give a hoot either
I'm pretty sure it is steel and it has been on there for quite awhile and it's gonna be on there for a quite a bit longer
I do know I have a DID ERT gold non o-ring chain though, and I like it very much
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I am curious too. I did not even ride 3 times on the stock since I wanted to gear down and went with Sunstar, Steel CS and 50T rear with I think a D.I.D. 520 o-ring.
After one season the front looks like a skilsaw blade!
What's the best in your opinion? Steel? Aluminum? Brand?
I was thinking Sidewinder but I just don't know for sure and want to feel good about putting in a longer season than last and not having to replace the drivetrain in that time.
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After one season the front looks like a skilsaw blade!
What's the best in your opinion? Steel? Aluminum? Brand?
I was thinking Sidewinder but I just don't know for sure and want to feel good about putting in a longer season than last and not having to replace the drivetrain in that time.
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Fronts are always steel!
The rear Z sprockets really are tough... tool steel I think. Cheap too. I have a season on mine with no wear.
Go with a 47 tooth rear and a 12 up front if you want to crawl and swap out to a 13 tooth up front for speed. But like CC said.. can't go wrong with a Renthal front sprocket but I opted for the cheap Rockymountainmc.com's Tusk brand... compared it to the Renthal and could not tell the difference.
The rear Z sprockets really are tough... tool steel I think. Cheap too. I have a season on mine with no wear.
Go with a 47 tooth rear and a 12 up front if you want to crawl and swap out to a 13 tooth up front for speed. But like CC said.. can't go wrong with a Renthal front sprocket but I opted for the cheap Rockymountainmc.com's Tusk brand... compared it to the Renthal and could not tell the difference.
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I know a 1350 takes a 110 if that helps.... you can always cut it down.
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"People ate cows a thousand years ago for the same reason we eat them now. Cause they are easy to catch.We're not savages,we're just lazy. A cheetah could taste like chocolate heroin. But will never know. Those bastards are fast!!! "
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"People ate cows a thousand years ago for the same reason we eat them now. Cause they are easy to catch.We're not savages,we're just lazy. A cheetah could taste like chocolate heroin. But will never know. Those bastards are fast!!! "