Chain length

raptor001 · Post by **raptor001** » 17 years ago

Hello,

I'm getting my chain replaced but I don't know its length. It is a 2000 V Raptor 650. The manual says the chain is 5/8" x 5/16". Does anyone know what that means? Any recommendations on which chain and sprockets go best?

stevepratt48 · Post by **stevepratt48** » 17 years ago

Hi! The dimensions given are pitch (Length between links) and link width (Internal) - the Imperial dimensions hark back to when Britannia ruled the waves, and mm hadn't invaded (Can't think of anything else that does that, Oh yes, tyres!!) It should be quite easy to find chain, just look for your size, & count the links (Mark 1 using a felt tip, and count 1, by 1, then recheck!!
Get the best chain (X-ring, or similar) you can afford, as V-twins are hard on them - For the price, I'd advise fitting new sprockets if there is ANY sign of wear (Pittance compared to the chain)

raptor001 · Post by **raptor001** » 17 years ago

Hi, thanks for that.
In the manual, it states

transmission sprocket : z15
rear wheel sprocket : z45
Ratio : 3

Does anyone know what they mean?

stevepratt48 · Post by **stevepratt48** » 17 years ago

15t engine, 45 tooth rear, ratio is 15/45 ie 1:3. Soory, can't confirm sizes, as I've got the '1000', but - back to the felt tip - soon counted.

Cavia · Post by **Cavia** » 17 years ago

If I am correct 5/8 x 5/16 is a 525 type chain (5/16=2,5 eights)

just like ducati uses on monster
a rap thou has 5/8 x 3/8 (530)

Post by **snapdragon** » 17 years ago

I've had four or five chains and can't remember how many - must count them next time

stevepratt48 · Post by **stevepratt48** » 17 years ago

Well, a chains as good as a rest........

Post by **snapdragon** » 17 years ago

106 links - just bought/ fitted one - but the rear sprocket didn't fit -

centre too small - anyone got a clue what the dimensions are? I need to tell the shop so they get it right next time

Well, a chains as good as a rest........

if only -

i still have black fingernails from cleaning the muck from around the front sprocket

RaptorMan · Post by **RaptorMan** » 17 years ago

Hayabusa rear sprocket fits apparently

Post by **snapdragon** » 17 years ago

RaptorMan wrote:55 years agoHayabusa rear sprocket fits apparently

The one I bought was supposed to fit the Hedgeabuser too - but tis too small a centre for the Raptor

Annoyed with myself cos i now have a lovely new DID chain on an old sprocket, but the suzuki clutch throw thingy (identified as FUCT when the front sprock came out) has arrived

and should fit, as the last one was a suzuki item too - is it just me that wears all this sort of stuff out?

RaptorMan · Post by **RaptorMan** » 17 years ago

Must be dear