Which chain and sprocket kit?

[darrsi]

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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?
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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/yamah...del=SPARES
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Even at that bargain price it's still nearly double the cost, are you getting double the mileage in comparison?
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50k out of the last one (admittedly with a chain oiler)
The oem front sprocket is a different kettle compared to the aftermarket ones
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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.