Topic: CB750K2 front sprocket side to side play

[jeremyillingworth]

I'm installing new sprockets and chain. I noticed when the new Sunstar front sprocket went on it has some side to side play. I put the old one back on I noticed, now that I'm looking for it, that it has some play but not as much. Is it normal to have some play?

I also laid the new sprockets on top of the old to check the wear. They were actually were good and the teeth were pretty much the same, but if I hadn't done this I wouldn't have noticed that the previous owner swapped a 46 onto the rear, while I ordered a stock size 48. I guess I'm getting some extra acceleration.

jeremy

[dhall57]

Ive replaced chains and sprockets on both of my 750's several years ago. Remembering back I think their was just a little movement(side to side) on the front sprockets. Think thats just normal.

[70CB750]

I think some of them had play - my K0 for sure - and on some models they went to tight fit; the 78F engine had none.

[evanphi]

Just replaced mine a month or two ago. They have a little play.

[riffman12]

yes some play side to side is normal

is there a lot more play on the new one vs the old one? Is it the same width?

[PeWe]

Yes, my front sprocket has rather much play as always. It will line up easier with rear then    CB750K6-76
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