Modified KZ1000 Hopefully a knee-dragger project.

I built another offset sprocket today. A 19 tooth. And yes it does fit. Welded a couple of JTs together. I put it on and got to 3rd gear at 40 mph in front of the house. I used to get to 5th at 40 mph. Yeah:laugh: I may get to ride it to work tomorrow. It is raining too much.

so the 19 fit.cool,i am glad it got you closer to where you wanted to be.how much clearance do you have around the sprocket and chain?good on ya for doin it yourself!

leon holmes

Plenty of clearance, 3/8" or so. I would have taken a picture but I had chain lube on my fingers. I will take a picture some time soon.
I had some wear on the outside of my 17 tooth sprocket.
I took the thick washer out from behind the 19 to bring it further inboard. I will have to see how this one does and keep a closer eye on it.
Another benefit is more clearance between the chain and upper surface of the swingarm. Sweet!!
I see 3400 rpm at 55 mph now. I am so happy.

sounds like plenty of clearance to me.snap a pic when you can,glad it put you where you wanted to be.

leon holmes

I'd be interested in a photo meself!!!:laugh:

here is a pic of my 18 tooth 3/8's offset 520 c/s sprocket that i fabbed up.


leon holmes

That's what I'm talkin about!!
Outstanding!
So as you can guess my 19 is slightly larger.

First it's comparing "sprockets", then it'll be "headlights", we know where this is going boys...

had ta go there dincha!

leon holmes

How much clearance do you have between the ooutside of the chain (520) and the inside of the frame rail??

Cal. Try checking your rear sag settings. i found that when i laid the shocks down that there must be less leverage on the shocks. this seems to make the spring rates too stiff. this causes a harsh hit over bumps that tries to launch me off the seat. when i put the shocks in the original lower mounts on the zrx arm, the sag is better. I would now need to raise the front end to gain more rear sag, since raising the front would add weight to the rear. this is based on my weight of 170 lbs. the rear handles bumps better now, but the rake is too steep. 531blackbanshee is thinking i may be able to shorten the shocks by cutting the shaft and spring. I’m not sure yet?

I am in the middle of moving, digging a hole for a septic tank, and working full time. I will take a picture of the clearances as soon as I find my camera.:dry: I wonder what box it is in?:lol: I'll get back to you guys in a week or so. Take care!!