Which chain and sprocket kit?

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I need to replace the chain and sprockets on my FZS600 as the current ones are worn. Any recommendations on which kit to buy? I want something reliable and long lasting and decent quality.


Regards

[darrsi]

Always D.I.D. for me, plenty of kits about on the web.

[darrsi]

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/YAMAHA-FZS-600-FAZER-1998-2003-DID-X-RING-CHAIN-SPROCKET-KIT-X-Ring-FZS600-/400676831619?hash=item5d4a334183:m:m0zYRLEELbgh_F03D5-UADg

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What is better X ring or O ring? And what are differences?

[darrsi]

In short, X Ring is better.

http://www.biketorqueracing.co.uk/btr-tech-station/btr-tech-station-chain-and-sprockets/o-ring-and-x-ring-chains

[darrsi]

I looked about for that chain, that's a good price.
For about another £5 the same (trusted) company is selling the gold one as well which i have.
They look nice in summer, but if you're a winter rider as well it soon gets covered in shite.

[Punkstig]

Aj Sutton sell oem c+s dirt cheap these days!

[darrsi]

Aj Sutton sell oem c+s dirt cheap these days!

Have you ever tried them out of curiosity?
You should know if they're any good if you have?

[Val]

Tsubaki Alpha gold X ring for me:

http://www.bandcexpress.co.uk/buy/Tsubaki-Tsubaki-Alpha-X-Ring-Gold-Drive-Chain---530---110-links/530APX-110.953#eq1

And JT sprockets: http://www.jtsprockets.com/catalogue/model/2681

[Punkstig]

Aj Sutton sell oem c+s dirt cheap these days!

Have you ever tried them out of curiosity?
You should know if they're any good if you have?

Several times,
OK, so yam/Honda well, any manufacturer likes to add a couple of £'s to their branded items, but these sets were originally in excess of £400, remember this has the proper front sprocket with the rubber cushdrive, I've not had did match the mileage!
https://www.ajsutton.co.uk/product/yamaha/5DMW001A0100/chain%20and%20sprocket%20kit,%20spares,%20fzs600%20fazer,%20fzs600sp%20fazer?uid=0&model=SPARES

[darrsi]

Aj Sutton sell oem c+s dirt cheap these days!

Have you ever tried them out of curiosity?
You should know if they're any good if you have?

Several times,
OK, so yam/Honda well, any manufacturer likes to add a couple of £'s to their branded items, but these sets were originally in excess of £400, remember this has the proper front sprocket with the rubber cushdrive, I've not had did match the mileage!
https://www.ajsutton.co.uk/product/yamaha/5DMW001A0100/chain%20and%20sprocket%20kit,%20spares,%20fzs600%20fazer,%20fzs600sp%20fazer?uid=0&model=SPARES

Even at that bargain price it's still nearly double the cost, are you getting double the mileage in comparison?

[Punkstig]

Aj Sutton sell oem c+s dirt cheap these days!

Have you ever tried them out of curiosity?
You should know if they're any good if you have?

Several times,
OK, so yam/Honda well, any manufacturer likes to add a couple of £'s to their branded items, but these sets were originally in excess of £400, remember this has the proper front sprocket with the rubber cushdrive, I've not had did match the mileage!
https://www.ajsutton.co.uk/product/yamaha/5DMW001A0100/chain%20and%20sprocket%20kit,%20spares,%20fzs600%20fazer,%20fzs600sp%20fazer?uid=0&model=SPARES

Even at that bargain price it's still nearly double the cost, are you getting double the mileage in comparison?

50k out of the last one (admittedly with a chain oiler)
The oem front sprocket is a different kettle compared to the aftermarket ones

[darrsi]

Aj Sutton sell oem c+s dirt cheap these days!

Have you ever tried them out of curiosity?
You should know if they're any good if you have?

Several times,
OK, so yam/Honda well, any manufacturer likes to add a couple of £'s to their branded items, but these sets were originally in excess of £400, remember this has the proper front sprocket with the rubber cushdrive, I've not had did match the mileage!
https://www.ajsutton.co.uk/product/yamaha/5DMW001A0100/chain%20and%20sprocket%20kit,%20spares,%20fzs600%20fazer,%20fzs600sp%20fazer?uid=0&model=SPARES

Even at that bargain price it's still nearly double the cost, are you getting double the mileage in comparison?

50k out of the last one (admittedly with a chain oiler)
The oem front sprocket is a different kettle compared to the aftermarket ones

I think that the main trick about prolonging any chain is good maintenance, especially keeping it well lubed, even more so if you ride all year round or if your bike is left parked out in the elements a lot.
I had a shaft drive NTV for about 10 years before the Fazer and even i messed a chain up way earlier than expected due to lack of care, simply because i wasn't used to it, but i soon learned my lesson.

[fazersharp]

Aj Sutton sell oem c+s dirt cheap these days!

Have you ever tried them out of curiosity?
You should know if they're any good if you have?

Several times,
OK, so yam/Honda well, any manufacturer likes to add a couple of £'s to their branded items, but these sets were originally in excess of £400, remember this has the proper front sprocket with the rubber cushdrive, I've not had did match the mileage!
https://www.ajsutton.co.uk/product/yamaha/5DMW001A0100/chain%20and%20sprocket%20kit,%20spares,%20fzs600%20fazer,%20fzs600sp%20fazer?uid=0&model=SPARES

Do you meant the orange plastic thing
This
Stupid picture wont copy and paste !!

[darrsi]

Aj Sutton sell oem c+s dirt cheap these days!

Have you ever tried them out of curiosity?
You should know if they're any good if you have?

Several times,
OK, so yam/Honda well, any manufacturer likes to add a couple of £'s to their branded items, but these sets were originally in excess of £400, remember this has the proper front sprocket with the rubber cushdrive, I've not had did match the mileage!
https://www.ajsutton.co.uk/product/yamaha/5DMW001A0100/chain%20and%20sprocket%20kit,%20spares,%20fzs600%20fazer,%20fzs600sp%20fazer?uid=0&model=SPARES

Do you meant the orange plastic thing
This
Stupid picture wont copy and paste !!

There you go. 

[fazersharp]

No not that one - that's for a Quacka

[Fazerider]

I like the OEM kit, it forces me to take the swingarm off and so I take the opportunity to clean and lube the suspension linkage.
Also, dealers were clearing out old stock a few years ago and you could pick up a set for less than £80.
Sadly my linkages have been neglected lately, the chain oiler means there is still plenty of life left in it after 45,000 miles.


If you want to cut the clatter, M&P sell Ognibene sprockets which have dampers.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/141908580041?

[darrsi]

No not that one - that's for a Quacka

Haha, touche 

[fazersharp]

I like the OEM kit, it forces me to take the swingarm off and so I take the opportunity to clean and lube the suspension linkage.
Also, dealers were clearing out old stock a few years ago and you could pick up a set for less than £80.
Sadly my linkages have been neglected lately, the chain oiler means there is still plenty of life left in it after 45,000 miles.


If you want to cut the clatter, M&P sell Ognibene sprockets which have dampers.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/141908580041?

Yes that is my thinking - do the linkages 

[limax2]

If you want to cut the clatter, M&P sell Ognibene sprockets which have dampers.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/141908580041?

Has anyone on here tried one of these and maybe noticed a difference?
Was thinking when the time comes I might give it a try.

[darrsi]

If you want to cut the clatter, M&P sell Ognibene sprockets which have dampers.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/141908580041?

Has anyone on here tried one of these and maybe noticed a difference?
Was thinking when the time comes I might give it a try.

Difference how?
Chain goes round, bike goes forward, not really much to talk about is there?

[unfazed]

I have always used the OEM kit. Great piece of kit, but you need to remove the swinging arm to fit them.

Original lasted 40000 and did the second one, put on the 3rd OEM one at 84000 miles.

Having a scottoiler helps the longevity as does changing the front sprocket every 12 to 15000 miles. It wear 3 time faster then the rear.

Fitted a DID to the Fazer 1000 the and JT sprockets as I did not have time to wait for the OEM kit. 15000 miles on it at present and I changed the front sprocket after 12000miles. It also has a scottoiler.