what size sprocket / chain?

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  • David_510
    #1

    what size sprocket / chain?

    What size sprocket should i get for my 83 gs550esd?

    And how many links should my chain be? and any idea on brands?
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    • Agemax
      Forum Guru
      • Apr 2008
      • 8371
      • plymouth uk
      #2
      the best brand you can afford. go to any bike shop or motorcycle website and ask for a chain and sprocket set for a 83 gs550esd!!!
      1978 GS1085.

      Just remember, an opinion without 3.14 is just an onion!

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        • cowboyup3371
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          • Apr 2010
          • 13996
          • In Ohio Now
          #3
          Look at Basscliff's site where you'll find a link for the stock sprocket and chain sizes for your bike. Then go looking from there.
          Cowboy Up or Quit. - Run Free Lou and Rest in Peace

          1981 GS550T - My First
          1981 GS550L - My Eldest Daughter's - Now Sold
          2007 GSF1250SA Bandit - My touring bike

          Sit tall in the saddle Hold your head up high
          Keep your eyes fixed where the trail meets the sky and live like you ain't afraid to die
          and don't be scared, just enjoy your ride - Chris Ledoux, "The Ride"

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            • Suzuki_Don
              #4
              Originally posted by David_510
              What size sprocket should i get for my 83 gs550esd?

              And how many links should my chain be? and any idea on brands?
              Front 14T; Rear 48T; 530 x 112 links.

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                • David_510
                  #5
                  Ok, did these bikes come with oring chains or non-oring chains? And whats the difference? Will a non oring chain afffect my bike?

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                    • Nessism
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                      • Mar 2006
                      • 35790
                      • Torrance, CA
                      #6
                      Originally posted by cowboyup3371
                      Look at Basscliff's site where you'll find a link for the stock sprocket and chain sizes for your bike. Then go looking from there.
                      Yes this!!!!!

                      Down load the factory manual and the answer is right there...http://members.dslextreme.com/users/bikecliff/

                      The manual will even tell you that the bike came with an O-ring chain. Using a non O-ring chain is okay but it will wear MUCH faster.
                      Ed

                      To measure is to know.

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                        • David_510
                          #7
                          Originally posted by Nessism
                          Yes this!!!!!

                          Down load the factory manual and the answer is right there...http://members.dslextreme.com/users/bikecliff/

                          The manual will even tell you that the bike came with an O-ring chain. Using a non O-ring chain is okay but it will wear MUCH faster.
                          I've downloaded it and was just looking at it..

                          So i can purchase a non-oring chain, it will just cause the chain or the sprocket or both to wear faster? Im having trouble finding a replacement chain in my budget range (between 40-60$)

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                            • cowboyup3371
                              Forum LongTimer
                              Past Site Supporter
                              • Apr 2010
                              • 13996
                              • In Ohio Now
                              #8
                              Honestly, my personal opinion is the chain and sprockets, like brakes, holds your life in their hands. Don't skimp on it. If necessary, do like I did and wait until you have the money for it. That may mean you have to wait for a bit but at least you know it will last you awhile.
                              Cowboy Up or Quit. - Run Free Lou and Rest in Peace

                              1981 GS550T - My First
                              1981 GS550L - My Eldest Daughter's - Now Sold
                              2007 GSF1250SA Bandit - My touring bike

                              Sit tall in the saddle Hold your head up high
                              Keep your eyes fixed where the trail meets the sky and live like you ain't afraid to die
                              and don't be scared, just enjoy your ride - Chris Ledoux, "The Ride"

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                                • David_510
                                  #9
                                  I ordered a 530 / 112 o-ring chain From e-bay

                                  And also ordered a JT 48T sprocket from ebay.

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