What Chain??? - Page 2

Capo · 11-03-2018, 06:53 PM

While your about it, check the chain alignment.

Capo · 11-03-2018, 06:59 PM

AEM do a system this one with magnesium carrier and titanium cush bolts

Max can sort you out

Jez900ie · 11-03-2018, 07:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Capo

AEM do a system this one with magnesium carrier and titanium cush bolts

Max can sort you out

AEM? Thanks -I will google them & ask for Max.

Capo · 11-03-2018, 07:43 PM

Its Max Desmo Performance Products / Ray Petty Meccanica in London. He is the UK agent for AEM
Check out AEM website to see what is available.

Jez900ie · 11-03-2018, 07:58 PM

OK now I get it! Thanks again Capo.

Mr Gazza · 11-03-2018, 08:07 PM

Jez. The 900ie sprocket for 2000 is unique. It went back to standard a little later on but the change over time is not easy to pin down. It's all down to the position of the sprocket retainer groove in the shaft. I could measure the position on mine if you wish.

You can buy the specific sprocket if you look around hard enough, but you can also use a standard one with a spacer.

The standard one has a 10mm high boss on one side. The 2000 900ie one has a 5mm boss both sides.
To use a standard one, place the 10mm boss towards the engine and make a 5mm spacer to go between the sprocket and retainer plate. Use 5mm longer screws too.

The chain you need is DID VX-2. This is the lighter DID chain. I checked this when I fitted my last one, with DID themselves in Japan, after I doubted the blurb which states that, that chain is suitable for machines up to 750. DID confirmed that VX-2 was the right chain for my 900ie.
The previous chain was MUCH heavier and was the source of vibration and harshness.

I can recommend z15 front and z39 rear with a 98 link chain.

The fancy sprocket and carrier Capo pictured is for Single siders and no good on your forked swinging arm. just get a good ol' renthal.

Jez900ie · 11-03-2018, 08:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr Gazza

Jez. The 900ie sprocket for 2000 is unique. It went back to standard a little later on but the change over time is not easy to pin down. It's all down to the position of the sprocket retainer groove in the shaft. I could measure the position on mine if you wish.

You can buy the specific sprocket if you look around hard enough, but you can also use a standard one with a spacer.

The standard one has a 10mm high boss on one side. The 2000 900ie one has a 5mm boss both sides.
To use a standard one, place the 10mm boss towards the engine and make a 5mm spacer to go between the sprocket and retainer plate. Use 5mm longer screws too.

The chain you need is DID VX-2. This is the lighter DID chain. I checked this when I fitted my last one, with DID themselves in Japan, after I doubted the blurb which states that, that chain is suitable for machines up to 750. DID confirmed that VX-2 was the right chain for my 900ie.
The previous chain was MUCH heavier and was the source of vibration and harshness.

I can recommend z15 front and z39 rear with a 98 link chain.

The fancy sprocket and carrier Capo pictured is for Single siders and no good on your forked swinging arm. just get a good ol' renthal.

So the "Unique" sprocket is also required for the 2002 900ie aswell perhaps but maybe not? I' would have guessed they would be the same but... I will call Neil at Cornerspeed tomorrow and find out.

Currently the rear sprocket is a 43. What would be the benefits of changing to a 39?

Mr Gazza · 11-03-2018, 09:26 PM

You will probably need a standard front sprocket for a 2002 model, the quirky one was just 2000. (and a few early 2001)
I think it was derived from a Paso, but not sure on that?

If you're happy with the gearing, leave it be. A 39 tooth sprocket will be higher gearing than you're used to. It makes 6th a real overdrive gear, you won't be in 5th or 6th in the twisties. 20mph is as low as is comfortable without clutch slipping, so if you do a lot of town work, stick to the lower gearing.

I do get nearly 70mpg though, without riding like a poof.

Jez900ie · 11-03-2018, 09:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr Gazza

You will probably need a standard front sprocket for a 2002 model, the quirky one was just 2000. (and a few early 2001)
I think it was derived from a Paso, but not sure on that?

If you're happy with the gearing, leave it be. A 39 tooth sprocket will be higher gearing than you're used to. It makes 6th a real overdrive gear, you won't be in 5th or 6th in the twisties. 20mph is as low as is comfortable without clutch slipping, so if you do a lot of town work, stick to the lower gearing.

I do get nearly 70mpg though, without riding like a poof.

Thanks Mr Gazza, I figured you would know.

70mpg sounds like a fair bit better than mine, but for the most part the bike doesn't really go that far, that often so whats a bit of petrol. LOL.

Demon Tweeks have the full range of DID chains in stock but their page doesn't give the "VX-2" code on any of the three. A quick 'phone call should resolve that. I don't like the sound (or feel) of vibration or harshness.
https://www.demon-tweeks.co.uk/motor...ns?f=brand:did,

As for your riding like a poof - if you even slightly resemble your pic you can ride however you like and I won't say a word! LOL.

11-03-2018, 07:58 PM	#5
Jez900ie Pleasantly surprised! Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Stoke on Trent Bike: M900ie Posts: 780	OK now I get it! Thanks again Capo. __________________ Monsters don't hide under the bed, they sleep inside the shed

11-03-2018, 08:07 PM	#6
Mr Gazza Lord of the Rings Join Date: May 2013 Location: Norwich Bike: M900sie Posts: 5,855	Jez. The 900ie sprocket for 2000 is unique. It went back to standard a little later on but the change over time is not easy to pin down. It's all down to the position of the sprocket retainer groove in the shaft. I could measure the position on mine if you wish. You can buy the specific sprocket if you look around hard enough, but you can also use a standard one with a spacer. The standard one has a 10mm high boss on one side. The 2000 900ie one has a 5mm boss both sides. To use a standard one, place the 10mm boss towards the engine and make a 5mm spacer to go between the sprocket and retainer plate. Use 5mm longer screws too. The chain you need is DID VX-2. This is the lighter DID chain. I checked this when I fitted my last one, with DID themselves in Japan, after I doubted the blurb which states that, that chain is suitable for machines up to 750. DID confirmed that VX-2 was the right chain for my 900ie. The previous chain was MUCH heavier and was the source of vibration and harshness. I can recommend z15 front and z39 rear with a 98 link chain. The fancy sprocket and carrier Capo pictured is for Single siders and no good on your forked swinging arm. just get a good ol' renthal. __________________

11-03-2018, 09:26 PM	#8
Mr Gazza Lord of the Rings Join Date: May 2013 Location: Norwich Bike: M900sie Posts: 5,855	You will probably need a standard front sprocket for a 2002 model, the quirky one was just 2000. (and a few early 2001) I think it was derived from a Paso, but not sure on that? If you're happy with the gearing, leave it be. A 39 tooth sprocket will be higher gearing than you're used to. It makes 6th a real overdrive gear, you won't be in 5th or 6th in the twisties. 20mph is as low as is comfortable without clutch slipping, so if you do a lot of town work, stick to the lower gearing. I do get nearly 70mpg though, without riding like a poof. __________________ Last edited by Mr Gazza; 11-03-2018 at 09:29 PM..

11-03-2018, 06:53 PM	#1
Capo You Are What You Is Join Date: May 2005 Location: A Foward Location Bike: S4r Posts: 1,948	While your about it, check the chain alignment.

11-03-2018, 06:59 PM	#2
Capo You Are What You Is Join Date: May 2005 Location: A Foward Location Bike: S4r Posts: 1,948	AEM do a system this one with magnesium carrier and titanium cush bolts Max can sort you out

11-03-2018, 07:43 PM	#4
Capo You Are What You Is Join Date: May 2005 Location: A Foward Location Bike: S4r Posts: 1,948	Its Max Desmo Performance Products / Ray Petty Meccanica in London. He is the UK agent for AEM Check out AEM website to see what is available.