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MK1004897
About NICHE
NICHE specializes in the highest quality Powersports replacement parts. Our parts meet or exceed the quality of the original parts that come with your machine. Some of the NICHE product categories include cylinders, brake pads, axles, off-road mirrors, and drive chains. Let NICHE components fix your machine today!
NICHE Drive Sprocket and Chain Set MK1004897
X-Ring Drive Chain
- Includes: NICHE Front and Rear Sprocket Set with Drive Chain Kit
- Compatible with the following brands: Kawasaki
- Compatible with the following models: Ninja ZX6R, ZZR600
- Replaces for the following OEM MPN's: 519-KCS1369K-K001
- Front Sprocket Teeth: 15
- Rear Sprocket Teeth: 40
- Chain Model: 525VM-X
- Chain Links: 108
- Chain Pitch: 525 (15.875mm)
NICHE DRIVE SPROCKET
What is a Drive Sprocket?
- Sprockets are rotating parts with teeth that are used in conjunction with a chain to transmit power
- In order for sprockets and chain to be compatible with each other they must both have the same thickness and pitch.
- In order for the sprockets and chain to work effectively, all of the sprockets should be on parallel shafts with their corresponding teeth on the same plane.
Parts of a Sprocket
- Number of Teeth - The total number of teeth (projections) around the whole circumference of a sprocket
- Pitch Diameter (PD) - An imaginary circle which is traced by the center of the chain pins when the sprocket rotates while meshed with a chain
- Pitch - The amount of pitch diameter in inches per tooth. Gears with a larger pitch will have bigger teeth
When to Replace?
- Check how well the chain meshes with the sprocket teeth. In a healthy chain and sprocket combo, the individual chain rollers align perfectly with the spaces between the sprocket teeth and fit down into those U-shaped grooves evenly
- Look closely at the sprocket teeth to see if they have become sharp at the tips and/or slightly curled. The teeth on a new sprocket are straight and have a flat or domed shape at the tip, If the teeth are sharp, the sprocket is worn
Drive Chain Types
Pros:
- Lightweight
- Best for racing
- No loss of power
- Little to no friction
Cons:
- Wears quickly
- Stretches faster
- No internal lubrication
Pros:
- Longer Life
- Great sealant
- Internal lubrication
Cons:
- Heavy
- Most friction
- Less horsepower
Pros:
- Low friction
- Longest lifespan
- Internal lubrication
- Increased efficiency over O-Ring
Cons:
- Heavy
- Expensive
Charlene
Reviewed in Canada on July 13, 2024
Works well
Frank
Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2024
Loved this
Cliffijd
Reviewed in Canada on September 1, 2022
Time will tell on durability and I will update if needed but the kit is a perfect replacement for my 2006 ZZR600.Sprockets were 100% correct as original and the chain feels as solid as the one that came off the bike.Just the right amount of links to the chain.A-1 on the parts swapYou will need a 27mm deep socket to get the nut off of the front sprocket and block the wheel so it does not turn. DO NOT LEAVE YOUR BIKE IN GEAR TO STOP THE SPROCKET FROM TURNING!The rear sprocket nuts are 14mmThere are videos online to see about the removal process but if you can turn a wrench at all, you can do this job.Either get a chain breaker to remove your old chain or cut it off with a Dremel or small grinder if it’s not the kind with a master link.Chain came with a small tube of lube that was enough to get into the links. It’s thick and heavy stuff so should work out fine if you use it (I did).I expect to need to tighten the chain in 500 to 1000 kms because it’s new and will have an initial stretch. Hopefully it stops a lot of stretch after that.I’ll update this post if need be but right now all seems good and I am satisfied.
Cristian Abrego
Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2021
so far so good, looks great didn’t need the sprockets yet so don’t know how well those are made but do feel sturdy, chain fit perfectly 2007 Kawasaki zzr600 (zx600j) was hesitant on buying because i never heard of the brand hardly any reviews and was pretty cheap if something happens in the next 100-1000 miles i’ll update reviewUpdate: compared to OEM its not good OEM lasted me 18,000 miles this one lasted 2,000 miles first 1k were fine needed adjustment after 600 miles which was normal but every 100 miles after that the chain just keeps stretching and stretching its officially reached the end of the tensioning bolts max, i assume its due the tensile strength below 9k pounds is just not enough. with that said i probably wont be using the sprockets it came with if the chain was weak they must be weak as well and wont be risking it. good thing is that it didnt break and cause an accident ill give it that but always do your safety checks
Idohel
Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2021
Excelente
Sascha
Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2021
I purchased this for my 01 Ninja 600 and it was clean and easy to install. Its held up after 3 months and no problems with sticking or rusting
AK
Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2021
Used this on my 07 Kawasaki ZX6RPerfect fit, quality product. Love the chain.
KC & Heather
Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2020
Fit my 2006 zx6rr perfect. Looks great
Garrett Hill
Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2020
Terrible. This chain has left me stranded, almost missing a limb, and embarrassed.
Teresa. German
Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2020
Well my grandson and it works wonderfully
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