Shopping for new chain & sprockets

[VladTepes]

OK here we go again - yet another what chain? what sprockets? thread.

I want to keep existing ratios so standard socket teeth numbers.

SPROCKETS
1. Standard sprocket teeth F/R?
2. Do people use the stock Suzuki OEM front sprocket? I've heard that's gentler than the after market ones due to the rubber.
3. What's a good brand of rear sprocket, and does it matter?
4. Replace sprocket carrier bearing? If so, what part number etc?


CHAIN
5. Chain brands to purchase? (and specs)
6. Chain brands to avoid?
7. Is there a decent chain available with red side links?

I'd prefer products available locally rather than requiring import.


I know I've asked some / most of this before... Just asking again in case anything has changed.


from reading other threads here I gather that:

3. supersprox

5. DID, EK
eg DID 530 ZVM-X

[Hooli]

I buy the cheapest DID X-ring and whatever sprockets it comes with off eBay. It's always the chain the dies first for me, but that's due to winter use.

Always replace the sprocket carrier bearing and seal, if you're lucky it'll last as long as the chain.

[grog]

62/32 2 RS is carrier bearing. Dont know seal number. Will think about where i got last one.

[grog]

I got seal from Suzuki $16.00, probably just go to bearing shop, theyll match it and also have bearing.

[Hooli]

I go in the local bearing place & say 'one each of these please', the seal is a few quid.

I'm pretty sure the seal is 39mm x 65mm x 7mm

This is a UK link, but it lists the size https://www.wemoto.com/bikes/suzuki/gsx_1400_k2/02/picture/wheel_-_rear_-_oil_seal_-_left

[froudy]

I never found it necessary to renew the sprocket carrier bearing at every chain/sprocket change. I always checked it and had a spare on the shelf just in case though. I replaced mine once over 50,000 miles of riding all year round in the UK.

As for chain and sprocket kits, I always used DID X-Ring and JT sprocket kits from Hunters Motorcycles on Ebay. Cost roughly £100 and lasted around 18,000 miles with regular maintenance. I know prices are a lot higher in Aus and NZ though.
There was someone on here living in Aus or NZ that used to get theirs shipped from the UK as it was still cheaper even with added postage costs.

This one would do the job if they ship abroad...
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/D-I-D-JT-Chain-And-Sprocket-Kit-Set-Tool-Suzuki-GSX1400-K1-K8-01-08/192445091412?fits=UKM_Make%3ASuzuki&hash=item2cce9f0e54:g:1skAAOSwAQdgARkT

[grog]

Ther you go Vlad, You wont beat Froudy deal. At least $100 dearer here.

[Hooli]

I tend to use Hunters too, can't fault them for service.

[steve porter]

Cost me around 300 for EK and supersprox kit locally, and it took a week or more  to arrive so froudys kit would save $ 50 and probably get here just as quick

[gsxbarmy]

62/32 2 RS is carrier bearing. Dont know seal number. Will think about where i got last one.

All the sizes and part numbers here https://gsx1400owners.org/forum/index.php?topic=197.0

[VladTepes]

Thanks all

[VladTepes]

As for chain and sprocket kits, I always used DID X-Ring and JT sprocket kits from Hunters Motorcycles on Ebay. Cost roughly £100 and lasted around 18,000 miles with regular maintenance. I know prices are a lot higher in Aus and NZ though.
There was someone on here living in Aus or NZ that used to get theirs shipped from the UK as it was still cheaper even with added postage costs.

This one would do the job if they ship abroad...
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/D-I-D-JT-Chain-And-Sprocket-Kit-Set-Tool-Suzuki-GSX1400-K1-K8-01-08/192445091412?fits=UKM_Make%3ASuzuki&hash=item2cce9f0e54:g:1skAAOSwAQdgARkT

OK I looked at price to get that shipped here - by simply changing to .com.au -
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/D-I-D-JT-Chain-And-Sprocket-Kit-Set-Tool-Suzuki-GSX1400-K1-K8-01-08/192445091412?fits=UKM_Make%3ASuzuki&hash=item2cce9f0e54:g:1skAAOSwAQdgARkT

Cost AUD $198 + postage AUD $60 = $258 add 10% for GST - likely landed cost AUD $284

Cost me around 300 for EK and supersprox kit locally, and it took a week or more  to arrive so froudys kit would save $ 50 and probably get here just as quick

Saving probably closer to $20 based on current exchange rates.

How does the DID/JT combo stand up compared with the EK/supersprox combo - from a performance/wear perspective?

[Hooli]

As for chain and sprocket kits, I always used DID X-Ring and JT sprocket kits from Hunters Motorcycles on Ebay. Cost roughly £100 and lasted around 18,000 miles with regular maintenance.

I've just clicked on the figure in that, how on earth do you wear them out so quick? I get 30-50k per set.

[steve porter]

How does the DID/JT combo stand up compared with the EK/supersprox combo - from a performance/wear perspective?
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I'll let you know in 30 K, or sooner if it wears out before that, must say that the Tutoro oiler is a pisser , so hopefully it will last even longer than that

[Hooli]

How does the DID/JT combo stand up compared with the EK/supersprox combo - from a performance/wear perspective?

I always use DID & get 30-50k miles (depending how often I clean the winter salt off), the chain goes before the sprockets everytime so I never bother what make the sprockets are.