Crash1647545504 Posted October 4, 2005 Report Share Posted October 4, 2005 I just went one down and two up. I really hate to replace the chain because it is practicly brand new (OEM replacement) Do I have to? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NTHER91 Posted October 4, 2005 Report Share Posted October 4, 2005 1 tooth down in the front but beware wheelie machine sprocket specialties 1 tooth down in the front is liek going 2 up in the rear Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crash1647545504 Posted October 4, 2005 Author Report Share Posted October 4, 2005 Is it easier to just go 2 up in the rear? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
street pilot Posted October 4, 2005 Report Share Posted October 4, 2005 what size is your front sprocket? You really shouldnt go smaller than 15 on the front... 1 down in the front is like 2-3 up on the rear. Most will probably suggest 1 down, 2 up for a 600, but that all depends on your bike and what you want it to do. Remember the more you go up on the rear (or down in front), the lower your top speed will be. But the acceleration is much better. Ask yourself how do you want it to perform, compared to stock... You want a hardened steel front sprocket, and an aluminum rear. Be sure to get a new lock washer for the front sprocket nut as well. You should replace sprockets and chains at the same time, as a new/old combo will wear the new part out faster. Since you will be getting a new chain and sprockets, consider getting a 520 conversion... The chain is lighter than OEM, but still plenty strong. Go with an O-ring, or X-ring chain. I recommend only a rivet style master link. Of course, if you get a 520 chain, be sure you get 520 sprockets. or you could sell me the gift card for $50. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NTHER91 Posted October 4, 2005 Report Share Posted October 4, 2005 no it is much easier (as in like 1 bolt) plus fairings, to go 1 down in the front but again its all in what you want. I noticed about a 5 to 7 mph change in speedo and abotu a 5 mph drop in top speed on the 750. Although i took care of that with the bottle until 15 to 1 hit me at turners.. lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
owndjoo Posted October 4, 2005 Report Share Posted October 4, 2005 go 520 all the way. that's what i'll be doin next time i need a sprocket Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crash1647545504 Posted October 4, 2005 Author Report Share Posted October 4, 2005 Cool, Thanks for all the help guys. I am going to go by Iron pony and checking out prices today after work. I may just go one down in the front for now, and see how I like that. Then maybe in a few weeks, I will do the rear sprocket and the chain, since the tire is going to need changed around that time anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crash1647545504 Posted October 5, 2005 Author Report Share Posted October 5, 2005 BUMP For edited first post Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NTHER91 Posted October 5, 2005 Report Share Posted October 5, 2005 on the chain replacement its not a must do when you have the extra money laying around i would upgrade to at least a 520 if not 530 if it will fin not quite sure Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Posted October 5, 2005 Report Share Posted October 5, 2005 Make sure the sprocket and chain sizes both match. 520/520, 530/530. 1 down 2 up is the way to go with a 600. you will lose top end, but the bike will now accelerate like a banshee. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
street pilot Posted October 6, 2005 Report Share Posted October 6, 2005 As long as you got the correct pitch sprockets (520/530/etc.) to match your chain, you dont HAVE to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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