sprockets and chains

xA2D9 · April 17th, 2012, 07:42 AM

I have been reading around a bit and I may just be missing it but I want to change out my chain and sprockets, I want to go with 15/44 but the whole chain thing is confusing me, I would appreciate a semi dumbed down explaination of the ring types and master links or rivets whats the difference in them whats better for just normal riding just want to avoid grabbing some stuff and it not working together for whatever reason

RedNinja21 · April 17th, 2012, 10:12 AM

Hey, I just finished the same set up with a couple of JT sprockets and DID chain. Below link has lots of good info that can help you along the way:
http://faq.ninja250.org/wiki/What_re..._I_consider%3F

You might check out my previous thread for more info:
http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=99289

Good luck

CZroe · April 17th, 2012, 05:44 PM

Don't get too caught up in the ring types. As long as it has rings, you're good, and any ring type other than O-ring is simply a better design meant to seal more lubrication and reduce resistance.

As far as master link types, most people only have the tools to install a clip-type, but rivet is better and less likely to fail. It's probably not a real concern with a 250 anyway. Just make sure to use a master link that is the same size and ring type as the chain which you can install with the tools you have. EK has a screw-type master link that sounds like a good compromise (uses regular tools for a rivet-like installation but costs ~$15 for the link alone).

April 17th, 2012, 07:42 AM	#1
xA2D9 ninjette.org member Name: Michael Location: Brandon, MS Join Date: Dec 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R Posts: 16	sprockets and chains I have been reading around a bit and I may just be missing it but I want to change out my chain and sprockets, I want to go with 15/44 but the whole chain thing is confusing me, I would appreciate a semi dumbed down explaination of the ring types and master links or rivets whats the difference in them whats better for just normal riding just want to avoid grabbing some stuff and it not working together for whatever reason

April 17th, 2012, 10:12 AM	#2
RedNinja21 ninjette.org member Name: Jack Location: NNJ Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): Kawasaki Ninja 250R Posts: 103	Hey, I just finished the same set up with a couple of JT sprockets and DID chain. Below link has lots of good info that can help you along the way: http://faq.ninja250.org/wiki/What_re..._I_consider%3F You might check out my previous thread for more info: http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=99289 Good luck __________________________________________________

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April 17th, 2012, 05:44 PM	#3
CZroe CPT Falcon Name: J.Emmett Turner Location: Newnan, GA Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): '08 CP Blue EX250J, '97 unpainted EX250F, 2nd '97 unpainted EX250F (no engine), '07 black EX250F Posts: A lot.	Don't get too caught up in the ring types. As long as it has rings, you're good, and any ring type other than O-ring is simply a better design meant to seal more lubrication and reduce resistance. As far as master link types, most people only have the tools to install a clip-type, but rivet is better and less likely to fail. It's probably not a real concern with a 250 anyway. Just make sure to use a master link that is the same size and ring type as the chain which you can install with the tools you have. EK has a screw-type master link that sounds like a good compromise (uses regular tools for a rivet-like installation but costs ~$15 for the link alone).