Re: [St] Chain & Sprockets

[John Ulizzi <jaulizzi@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Also, FWIW, I run 19/43, seems to be the best combo
for me...milers doesnt suffer too much, alot more snap
on the bottom...


--- "rlnm2000@xxxxxxxxx" <rlnm2000@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:

> I went from the stock 19/43 to a 17/43.  Fuel
> economy suffers a bit, but I wasn't driving long
> distances.  For short commutes I don't need a 160
> MPH top end. ;-)  It's more fun having low end
> acceleration than high top end speed.
> 
> Anyway it's a steel front and an aluminum rear, and
> I don't have any problems.  The aluminum rear is
> just fine.
> 
> My chain is an RK 530XSO style and it's got about
> 10,000 miles on it.  No problems.  The X style
> o-ring is good for keeping the seal.  IMO - no
> matter what chain you buy, religious maintainance is
> what gets maximum wear.  No matter how expensive the
> chain, if you don't maintain it it will not last. 
> that's my 2 cents.
> 
> Rich
> 
> ----- Original Message ----
> From: Peter Kroeker <peter.kroeker@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
> To: ST@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
> Sent: Sunday, April 20, 2008 10:07:36 AM
> Subject: [St] Chain & Sprockets
> 
> Time for replacing my chain and sprockets, wondering
> about latest advice.  I'm considering DID 530ZVM2
> chain with either JT or Renthal sprockets (available
> through motorcycleonlinestore.com).  JT are
> steel/steel F/R, Renthal are steel/alloy but are
> more costly.  
> 
> I have stock 19/43 gearing, but probably going to
> buy both 18T and 19T sprockets to play around with. 
> Also, I recall from previous postings that people
> had preference for staying with Triumph front
> sprockets.
> 
> Thoughts?
> 
> Peter
> '00 ST Sapphire Blue
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