Topic: quick chain sprocket question

[Eddie]

I have a CB550 with 15k miles on it and have extended the swing arm 2"....so I need to get a new chain. Should I change the sprockets? The chain is a DID 520....both chain and sprockets are in excellent shape.

[lone*X]

A lot of guys are going to tell you that you should change the sprockets and chain as a set but in reality I usually do it every other chain swap. The amount of wear they get depends a lot on the quality of maintenance and the way the bike is ridden.  You say the sprockets are in excellent condition, then why would you want to change them?  If you are questioning your diagnosis of their condition post a close up photo and I sure there will be lots of comments.

520 sprockets and chain are not stock so these have already been changed at some point.  Stock was 530.

[Eddie]

I'll post a pic tomorrow....my bad..typo...  it is a 530. thanks for the help

[grcamna2]

Clean out the area of the sprocket teeth Real well before posting the pics & take some close ups...carb cleaner works good.

[Eddie]

Here's the pics

[bjatwood]

Those sprockets look brand new! Thow another 530 chain on it and ride on!

[Eddie]

Anybody know about the brand of chain called Sapphire...supposedly made under "the watchful eye" of Diamond ?

[Deltarider]

A lot of guys are going to tell you that you should change the sprockets and chain as a set but in reality I usually do it every other chain swap.

So do I. Those sprockets are fine for another chain, btw.