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belthead
30-Jul-2003, 18:06
What is the conventional wisdom on sprocket & chain renewal ? I have got a OEM Ducati 14 tooth FR, and standard rear, and in 2-3000 miles, after some 20,000 miles in all ( not bad with a Scottoiler ) the whole lot will need changing.
Is their a recommended aftermarket replacement with good quality chain & sprockets that any ST4/S pilots can recommend ?:sing:
nelly
30-Jul-2003, 21:09
Two options really. OE Ducati parts again, but probably the most expensive option, or go for aftermarket.
I've always had good service from DID chain, although I'm running a Tsubaki at the moment, "just to see". Impressed so far though. Looks like it's built to last, it makes the DID look quite "wimpy".
As for sprockets, again OE Ducati or quality OEM stuff like Afam or Renthal. You can get them in either steel or alloy.
I'd stay away from the unbranded "kits" in MCN etc. because you don't know what you'll get exactly. Not all DID is H/D for example.
Paul James
31-Jul-2003, 11:11
Just ordered new chain and sprockets for my ST2 from Riverside Motorcycles in Northampton. Going for DID gold side plate O ring chain, Renthal front sprocket and will use one of my stock of aluminium rears.
belthead
04-Aug-2003, 13:27
If one goes the Renthal cogs & Tsubaki chain route and pays £130 for top quality for the lot, via the B&C www.site how does one get them fitted , by someone to fit something they have not supplied.

In the Surrey / Sussex area....

The Ducati OEM ones are £ 160 with
90-120 mins to fit.
Paul James
07-Aug-2003, 08:54
Not difficult to do it yourself, don't need much in the way of tools. Go on you know you want to.
belthead
07-Aug-2003, 09:54
But not quite sure how to do without a chain splitter, angle grinder , etc.
Monty
07-Aug-2003, 10:32
If you are coming to Silverstone on Saturday I will be there mate complete with chain splitter which you are welcome to borrow.

John
belthead
08-Aug-2003, 09:18
Kind offer & thank you. A bloke nearby has got one , and will assist me if needs be. Have fun at S'stone.
daveh
08-Aug-2003, 09:24
Hi Belthead,

Did you get my e-mail about the Ti exhausts with the photos attached?
If not, let me know and I'll send it again.

Cheers,
Dave
:)
belthead
08-Aug-2003, 16:00
Nope, do not think I did ...
please re-send to
rvetch@kingfishservices.com

Tnx