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Gs 700 E Sprockets

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I had a minor oil leak from the left side of the bike (near the engine sprocket). I inspected and found that the oil seal around the clutch push rod is worn out. I have since ordered the parts to fix....however, my front sprocket looks worn...I think the orginal! I put had a chain put on at a shop 2 seasons ago, but I think I'm going to need sprockets soon. I asked shop to verify the sprockets were okay and they said they were....I have a feeling they weren't. I know I should do it all at once. Who makes good resonably priced sprockets? What is a good chain brand? I have a 530X114 or it could be a 530X112, anyone know for sure on the 1985 GS 700s? Also, do you need special tools for a clip style master link? I know you need a chain press tool for a riveted link, right? Any help would be great. I have little experience in chains. Thanks!!
 
Give Dennis Kirk a call and let them know what you have and they can set you up with a chain and sprocket set. 1-800-328-9280 or www.denniskirk.com

Sprocket Specialists are some pretty good people too, but they tend to deal in aluminum for their rear sprockets
 
14/45 sprockets 530-114 chain
EK or DID O-ring chains are ok and JT sprockets work for me.

You will still need a press of sorts for the clip style to press on the side plate.
Or hammer it on :wink:


Oh..BTW... find another shop to deal with!
 
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beby99 said:
14/45 sprockets 530-114 chain
EK or DID O-ring chains are ok and JT sprockets work for me.

You will still need a press of sorts for the clip style to press on the side plate.
Or hammer it on :wink:
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I'lll second this. It is 114 chain I just counted mine. I was able to use the clip style and with a big enough pliers the side plate went on.
 
Thanks everyone.....I thought it was 114....I guess I better save my bread for a new chain/sprocket combo. I don't take the bike to a shop anymore. I'm teaching myself how to do this stuff as I go. That way the ol' bike gets the TLC she deserves. It isn't new enough with fancy fuel injection for a shop to even look at it............
 
I've had really good luck with RK chains as well, though that has been with 630 instead of 530. Personally, I would opt for a rivet type chain, I've had 3 clips come off, and one failed, cracking the engine case, luckily for me it only cracked it where the starter is, and didn't destroy the engine, a fraction of an inch more, and it would have been history. You'll need a 32mm for the sprocket nut.
 
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