I have a 2006 ninja636 and I was wondering whats the biggest sprocket I can put on the rear without changing my chain? whats the best sprocket?

 

vortex is the best. possibly only a few teeth, but u can go up more if u get a smaller counter sprocket

 

you could do -1 +2 or 3 without changing the chain.....you will get different opnions on best brands

 

vortex sprockets are ******* GARBAGE!!!!!!!

 

_1, but u can stunt stock, smaller counter is actually more effecting than larger rear(considering u would change the same amout of teeth on either side) because there r less teeth in the front increasing ur percentage change

 

cant stunt stock?

 

u can stunt stock, i do.

 

^^ that avatar is waaayyy cooler

 

please next time try to search.

What is Pitch?

Pitch is quite simply the thickness of the chain and sprockets. 520/525/530 520 being the thinnest and 530 being the thickest. 520 has the advantage of being lighter weight and increasing performance just from the loss of rotating mass. However, the thinner profile does have a shorter life expectancy than a thicker 525 or 530. Likewise, 530 provides a stronger, longer life expectancy but can increase rotating mass. Generally 600’s will use 520 or 525 while 1000’s will use 530.


Where do I start?

We recommend anybody looking to run larger sprockets starts with the back. Down -1 tooth in the front is roughly equal to +3 in the back. Also, anytime more than one or two teeth are added in the back a new chain will be required to fit. For this reason it is generally easier to start gearing with the back. Pick a rear sprocket and chain that will fit your riding style. As you progress or decide to change your gearing it is much easier to change the front sprocket to accommodate. This eliminates the need for new costly rear sprockets and chains. (Ex. Adding +3 to the gearing can be accomplished for $15 with a -1 front sprocket vs. a +3 rear sprocket and new chain.)


What gearing is right for me?

+5 – Provides a good place to start for anybody looking to get a little more into the stunts without sacrificing street riding or too much top speed. Will gain some torque/acceleration while losing roughly 10% of top speed.


+10 - Provides good amounts of power for slower wheelies while still having decent street riding. Will gain good torque/acceleration while losing roughly 20% of top speed.


+15 – Provides great power for technical slow wheelies. Street riding will be reduced to moderation in the city limits. No highways. Will gain great torque/acceleration while losing roughly 30% of top speed.


+20 - Provides huge power for anything and everything technical. Street riding will be reduced to just parking lots. Not for beginners. Will gain huge torque/acceleration while losing roughly 40% of top speed.


+25 or bigger – Ridiculous… but fun. Go big.

 

how would u know what is best? have you ridden every sprocket made? didnt you just come off a dirtbike and now doing christs on a sv? and youre 16? what do you know about what the best is?

a vortex sprocket will def get the job done, im running one and have run them in the past. howeve a steel sprocket will last you a hell of alot longer. geared steel is no longer in business but SI now makes steel sprockets and i strongly believe its worht the extra 25 dollars to grab a steel if you can. and yes -1 +2 is about all you can fit on a stock chain, maaaybe -1 +3 depending on the bike.

 

ive tried a lot of sprockets and ive never compained or heard of anyone complaining thak u very much

 

check out sprockets by sidewinder sprockets...their chains and sprockets last FOREVER by far the best gear out there...and not badly priced for what you get at all...found out about them a few years ago racing motocross and picked them up as a sponsor....since then, i wont buy anything else...

http://sidewindersprockets.com/index.html

their new sprockets (Titanium II) are even lifetime guaranteed.....

 

which proves your ignorance and the need for you to be more careful of how you word your opinions based with very limited knowledge. tons of ppl complain about vortex and other aluminum sprockets breaking teeth off at 2 to 4k miles on their bikes. if u wanna say you like vortex sprockets, fine, but dont say **** like "theyre the best" because your limited experience gives you no authority to make such bold statements.

im sick of squids giving out advice like theyve been stunting for 10 years.

 

170 dollars for a rear? yikes, id rather replace aluminums at 50 dollars.

 

i didnt say I'd buy one....lol 170 is steep. Ive used their stainless for a few years but personally run their Tool Steel sprockets...LOVE them...a lil over 100 for a rear but ive been on this same sprocket for 3 years now....usually went thru a vortex in a summer and a half... guess it all depends on how long u plan on havin it...lol

 

yah those titanium ones look pretty sick but i couldnt justify payin that much. i put like 15k miles on my geared steel sprocket and it had almost no wear on it at all for 80 dollars. i dont keep bikes long enough to need a sprocket that lasts that long i guess. sick lookin sprockets tho, just too much loot for me.

 

http://www.pmpsprockets.com/
The best, hands down. You have to be a authorized dealer to get one (which I am). Hit me up if you want one. Prices range from $45-$70 w/color being $10 extra

 

I thinking of buying a 60 tooth for the lot.is that descent for the streets to just to cruise and maybe a lil highway.

 

stock

 

the only aluminum sprockets that will last are the pizza pan humungous 60 tooth ones. like a 48 or 50 tooth aluminum sprocket i have experienced teeth missing. also, i am not a fan of running a steel chain, steel front sprocket, and aluminum back sprocket. thats a dumb combination. i run steel in the back. who cares about unsprung rotating mass? we aint racers.