1982 GS750 T - Chain and Sprocket Headache...

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  • SamLack99
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    • May 2023
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    • Dawlish, Devon, UK

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    1982 GS750 T - Chain and Sprocket Headache...

    After reading this thread - thanks Rich.

    I have decided to purchase the following items:

    Front Sprocket: JTF513 - 18 teeth
    Rear Sprocket: JTF 816 - 49 teeth

    So far so good. Easy peasy lemon squeezy.

    Chain... 530 X ring 116 links

    And here I've hit a snag.

    There's this chain:

    Chain 530x116 DID VX3 Heavy Duty X-Ring - For ?108 (116 links)

    Or this one:

    JT Chain JTC530X1R118RL - For ?65 (118 links)

    Here's my headache:

    They're both X ring, but the JT chain is ?43 cheaper - Is the DID chain really that much better?

    I don't know.

    I just want a good enough chain that will fit my sprockets.

    Can you help a fellow out with some advice on what chain to get, please?

    Many thanks.

    Marcus








  • Nessism
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    • Mar 2006
    • 35790
    • Torrance, CA

    #2
    The DID is a better chain for sure. I'm not positive it's worth the extra money, but if this bike is a long term keeper, I'd splurge.
    Ed

    To measure is to know.

    Mikuni O-ring Kits For Sale...https://www.thegsresources.com/_foru...ts#post1703182

    Top Newbie Mistakes thread...http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...d.php?t=171846

    Carb rebuild tutorial...https://gsarchive.bwringer.com/mtsac...d_Tutorial.pdf

    KZ750E Rebuild Thread...http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...0-Resurrection

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    • SamLack99
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      • May 2023
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      • Dawlish, Devon, UK

      #3
      Originally posted by Nessism
      The DID is a better chain for sure. I'm not positive it's worth the extra money, but if this bike is a long term keeper, I'd splurge.
      That helps.

      Thanks Ed =)

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      • GSXR7ED
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        • Dec 2012
        • 10146
        • DE via L.A.

        #4
        Definitely post pics of your "T" when project complete.
        GS750TZ V&H/4-1, Progressive Shocks, Rebuilt MC/braided line, Tarozzi Stabilizer[Seq#2312]
        GS750TZ Parts Bike [Seq#6036]
        GSX-R750Y (Sold)

        my opinion shouldn't be taken as gospel or in any way that would lead you to believe otherwise (30Sep2021)

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