Time to replace the chain?

[Mustang]

front sprocket choice:

http://www.denniskirk.com/jsp/product_catalog/Product.jsp?skuId=80528518&store=Main&catId=&productId=p805285&leafCatId=&mmyId=


rear sprocket choice:


http://www.denniskirk.com/jsp/product_catalog/Product.jsp?skuId=&store=Main&catId=&productId=p805305&leafCatId=&mmyId=


Chain choice:

http://www.denniskirk.com/jsp/product_catalog/Product.jsp?skuId=119922130&store=Main&catId=&productId=p119922100&leafCatId=&mmyId=

but in 120 links not 130 as shown on that page.

all for under $200.  Would a step up in quality on the chain be worth it?

that front sprocket link is for a honda cbx 1050 I don't think dennis kirk sells a front sprocket for tiggers

they are smokin deal for the rear JT sprocket though

motorcycle superstore has the fronts and better prices on chains

[Bob Tosi]

That means the chain is currently at ~18-19K miles.

Well then it is definately time for a new chain and sprocket set.  And yes Brenden she is treating me very well. I've put about 1500 miles on her.  Alot of it in the dirt too.

that front sprocket link is for a honda cbx 1050 I don't think dennis kirk sells a front sprocket for tiggers

they are smokin deal for the rear JT sprocket though

motorcycle superstore has the fronts and better prices on chains

Mustang as always thanks for your smarts on Tigers.

[Bob Tosi]

Motorcycle superstore front sprocket:

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/5/85/7789/18784/PITEM/JT-530-Front-Countershaft-Sprocket-1998-Triumph-Trophy-900-Parts.aspx


this is the only EK chain I could find that should work:

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/2/9/185/5621/ITEM/EK-530MVX-X-Ring-Chain.aspx

Not what is shown in your thread Mustang.

Is there a big difference in the quality of sprocket from JT and Renthal?

[Mustang]

probaly no diff in quality for either jt or renthal
I just prefer JT's

chain a black side plate one is 84 bucks and you can get it the right length at 114 ...the gold side plated one costs a litte more and only comes in 120 link so you will need a chain breaker ....and either chain is going to require a rivet tool for the master link .
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/2/ ... Chain.aspx (http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/2/9/185/54...O-Ring-Chain.aspx)

[Bob Tosi]

At Motorcycle Super Store Renthal front sprockets are 13$ more.

was going with this chain:

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/2/9/185/5601/ITEM/EK-525MVX--X-Ring-Chain.aspx


or


http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/4/61/5412/ITEM/DID-530V-Professional-Series-O-Ring-Chain.aspx

[Mustang]

bob just go with this one and save yourself some money ............
It works extremely well on a steamer

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/2/ ... Chain.aspx (http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/2/9/185/5467/ITEM/EK-530-SRO-O-Ring-Chain.aspx)

[Bob Tosi]

I'm trying to get everything from one store. So I found a front sprocket for a 98 thunderbird sport. will that fit the Steamer?

[Mustang]

same sprocket as tbird get an 18 tooth for stock gearing
17 will raise your rpm by 500 and a 19 will drop it by 500 but first will be mighty tall for off road

[Bob Tosi]

I was going through looking at chains.  Chains dont usually come with a master link do them?  So I guess I'll need to order one of those also?

[Mustang]

all chains come with a rivet type master link .not the old school clip type , get a motion pro tool or you will be sorry  :shock:

[CoolHandLuke]

Looking at the pictures, I wouldn't be surprised if your front sprocket and/or your rear sprocket are smaller than standard.

[Bob Tosi]

Looking at the pictures, I wouldn't be surprised if your front sprocket and/or your rear sprocket are smaller than standard.

I'll double check them but I am sure they are stock.

What looks different that would lead you to say that?

Also, if I drop one tooth in the rear that should lower my top end rpm's right?
!st gear in the dirt will be effectively taller?

[CoolHandLuke]

Looking at the pictures, I wouldn't be surprised if your front sprocket and/or your rear sprocket are smaller than standard.

I'll double check them but I am sure they are stock.

What looks different that would lead you to say that?

Also, if I drop one tooth in the rear that should lower my top end rpm's right?
!st gear in the dirt will be effectively taller?

The height of the chain across the top of the swing arm makes me think that one or both are smaller than stock.  But it could just be the lack of slider making the chain sag lower :)

[Mustang]

the final gear ratio on a steamer with 18/48 sprockets is 2.67 : 1

18/47 =2.61:1
18/46 =2.56:1
18/45=2.50:1
18/43=2.39:1

17/48 =2.82:1

changing 1 tooth on the front is equal to changing 3 on the rear

[Bob Tosi]

The reason I was asking this question is that Dennis Kirk doesnt have a 48 for the rear, not in stock.  So I have found a 47 and a 46 that they have and should work. Was thinking of going with this.  The 46 is off a 2002 Daytona 955.