How many links in drive chain of 83 GPz750 (630)
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How many links in drive chain of 83 GPz750 (630)
19 Feb 2012 01:12 - 19 Feb 2012 01:13
I am installing a new 630 chain on my 83 GPz750. The Service Manual does not state how many links, so I went to the Kaw Dealer fiche and it showed 94 links. I cut the chain to 94 and installed it. The snail adjuster is almost all the way out with a brand new chain. Does it actually take 92? Should I count the teeth on the rear sprocket first? Perhaps it has been regeared? Grr.
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810 Wiseco, Kerker, K&N, DynoJet S3, Accel, Progressive, etc.
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Re: How many links in drive chain of 83 GPz750 (630)
19 Feb 2012 01:43 - 19 Feb 2012 01:50koolaid_kid wrote: I am installing a new 630 chain on my 83 GPz750. The Service Manual does not state how many links, so I went to the Kaw Dealer fiche and it showed 94 links. I cut the chain to 94 and installed it. The snail adjuster is almost all the way out with a brand new chain. Does it actually take 92? Should I count the teeth on the rear sprocket first? Perhaps it has been regeared? Grr.
Z1E indicates 88 links.
www.z1enterprises.com/630-Chain--RK-88-link-O-Ring-2579.aspx
And could also check here:
kz.bike-night.com/
Scroll down to "The Bible" for a down-loadable service manual (which if a different manual might specify number of links).
Would also check size of the counter shaft (front) sprocket, compared to stock.
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Re: How many links in drive chain of 83 GPz750 (630)
19 Feb 2012 10:59
Thanks Patton. My bike's designation is actually a ZX750A-1, the first Uni-Trac rear. I followed your link to find my bike, and they also list 94 links:
www.z1enterprises.com/630-Chain--RK--94-link-XWring-3373.aspx
I guess it is time to start counting teeth.
I guess it is time to start counting teeth.
1983 GPz 750
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810 Wiseco, Kerker, K&N, DynoJet S3, Accel, Progressive, etc.
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Re: How many links in drive chain of 83 GPz750 (630)
19 Feb 2012 16:08
Well, the gearing is stock. Not sure what is going on, but I will start cutting off links until it fits correctly. Thanks again patton.
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