Chain and Sprocket Set what do you reckon?

[biker58]

Ok as each month (if needed) i intend to service my bike somehow and next month it will be the chain and sprocket that gets changed.

What tools will i require?

Also can any fellow GSX600F riders let me know what they pay for chain and sprocket set?

what would a 45 toothed rear sprocket, 14 toothed front sprocket and a IRIS 530-112 X-Ring (Gold) Chain cost?
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1995 Suzuki GSX600F rider

[Kickstart]

Hi

With the pictures I have seen of IRIS chains, likely cost would be a new set of crankcases .

A kit from B&C seems to be just under £100.

All the best

Keith
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[biker58]

[Kickstart]

Hi

Wouldn't recommend an Iris chain.

£150 sounds a bit much. I would want it fitted for that much and wouldn't regard it as a cheap set then.

Which exact model of Teapot do you have?

All the best

Keith
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[biker58]

It's a 95 model, i have tried to upload a picture but always get told the file is too large.

I was thinking around £100 would be an ok sort of price
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1995 Suzuki GSX600F rider

[Fizzer Thou]

I would suggest keeping away from Regina chains as well.

For longevity I recommend a D.I.D. chain with decent sprockets like those from https://www.bandcexpress.co.uk/

The last few times that I have fitted new chain and sprockets for people I have used a Renthal front and a https://www.supersprox.com/uk/ rear with the DID chain.This rear sprocket has the lightness of the Renthal alloy rear with the longevity of a steel.Saying that I have had an alloy rear Renthal on my R1 for over 18,000 miles and shows little or no wear.
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Just talk bikes.What else is there?

Always have a 'Plan B'

[0l0dom0l0]

Again, stay clear of iris. A friend snapped an iris chain on a 50cc ffs .

I wouldn't expect a DID chain and sprockets to cost more than around £100.

Have you checked Wemoto?
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[biker58]

cheers for the heads up on IRIS guys, i'll check out all the ones you have all mentioned and hopefully get a set for about £100.

What tools will i need to change chain and sprocket?
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1995 Suzuki GSX600F rider

[neil.]

Forget IRIS - even my old 125 managed to snap one after 7'000 miles. It was properly maintained as well.

[yen_powell]

DID x-ring chain.

You will need a chain splitter, a chain press tool and a riveter. You can buy kits with a tool that does all of these. I saw a Laser version in a Machinemart catalogue the other day, but the same set seems to be about with different manufacturers names on them.
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[DrDonnyBrago]

IRIS is shit.

Don't know what year your bike is but here are a few suggestions:

Normal people buy this one:

https://bikespeeduk.com/epages/steer2916.sf/en_GB/?ObjectPath=/Shops/steer2916/Products/CSK3124VX

Likely the cheapest you will find a DID chain and sprocket kit.

Alternatively, if you like your bling buy one of these (different kits for different years):

https://bikespeeduk.com/epages/steer2916.sf/en_GB/?ObjectPath=/Shops/steer2916/Products/CSK3504VGB

https://bikespeeduk.com/epages/steer2916.sf/en_GB/?ObjectPath=/Shops/steer2916/Products/CSK3519VGB

https://bikespeeduk.com/epages/steer2916.sf/en_GB/?ObjectPath=/Shops/steer2916/Products/CSK3124VGB

You will struggle to beat those prices, I have the CBR kit, excellent quality, good service etc etc (I should get paid commission the amount I pimp that site).


Also consider the chain tool:

https://bikespeeduk.com/epages/steer2916.sf/en_GB/?ObjectPath=/Shops/steer2916/Products/CHAINTOOL

[twfbr]

[twfbr]

[Fizzer Thou]

Most big bike chains come with a soft link as standard.So a little more than a pair of pliers will be needed to remove this.I have found the easiest way is to grind off the heads of the soft link.This link is noticeable by the differant rivets used to hold in place the outer plate.Once the outer ends ofthe soft link are removed,it is quite easy to press out the pins so that there is sufficient for the outer plate to be removed.

If you do not have the right tools I am near to Bexleyheath/just off the A2 so you can always give me a PM and I can see if I can help.I am not a dealer - just an enthusiastic biker willing to help.
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Always have a 'Plan B'

[biker58]

[Walloper]

DID are good and a lot of OEM use them as standard fit.

Sometimes just a cheap to find a decent bike shop who don't charge the erf. And have them do it. No need for chain spliters and all that shite then.

By the time you pay for a proper spliter the garage labour and your hassle to do it will be saved.

But if you fancy having a go, Just do it.
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[biker58]

[DrDonnyBrago]

That's the best attitude to have mate.


As above though, if you are anywhere near newport I can lend a hand.

[P.addy]

[biker58]

^^^ Thanks for the offers of help guys!^^^

I am unable to rate any more posts today. (if you are bothered lol)

Might take you up on the offer of help 1 day, you might regret it though!


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1995 Suzuki GSX600F rider