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ant_mb · 08-03-2008, 02:30 PM

Hey Guys,

I'm trying to figure out what front sprocket to order. I see so many name brands and different metal compounds and am getting a little confused. Can someone recommend a decent front sprocket mfg, and shed some light on this for me? Thanks for your time.

p.s. I'm going with a 15T and I need the stock 530.

**sideshow_downs** · 08-03-2008, 03:08 PM

I have the same questions. Any answers are appreciated

tolgatt · 08-03-2008, 03:20 PM

i bought AFAM , it seemed to have a little whine in the beggining but i think its gone now,or i got used to it

i wanted to get vortex but something happened i couldnt buy it,,out of stock or something,i dont remember..

i think vortex is the most common one,isnt it?

**FZ6inNH** · 08-03-2008, 03:21 PM

Here's a nice little ratio chart for the FZ6.

This shows front sprocket teeth on top and rear down the left side.

Gear Ratio

-----15---16---17
48 3.20 3.00 2.82
47 3.13 2.94 2.76
46 3.07 2.88 2.71
45 3.00 2.81 2.65
44 2.93 2.75 2.59
43 2.87 2.69 2.53
42 2.80 2.63 2.47
41 2.73 2.56 2.41
39 2.60 2.44 2.29

Renthal is a quality brand. See here: Renthal - We Build Championships

Here's a link to the 15T... Front Chainwheels

Are you both looking to go up or down a tooth? What result are you looking for? MPG or lower end performance?

**FZ6inNH** · 08-03-2008, 03:29 PM

It appears that Renthal is difficult to get!

Here's a link to some AFAM for the FZ6... Motorcycle Parts, Motorcycle Accessories by BikeBandit.com

ant_mb · 08-03-2008, 04:00 PM

Thanks for the info Fz6inNH. I have seen a few models in stock. The AFAM, Vortex, JM and a couple others. They all seem to be made of differant materials. My question is qwhat are the pros and cons of the. I've seen Aluminum, Steel, some sort of Carbon Steel, and a few others. I guess I would be happy with a OEM 15T. Maybe I'll give the dealer a call tomorrow, but I know they will probably want 2X what an aftermarket will.

I'm looking for a little more pep on the bottom, a little more thrust, you know?

rvbiker · 08-06-2008, 04:52 PM

In my opinion you want a sprocket of a hard material. The harder the material the longer it will last but the more it will cost. Also you want one with an anti rust finish but I think most have that.

ant_mb · 08-06-2008, 04:57 PM

Thanks for the info, I wound up calling the dealer and just ordering one from them. It was actually cheaper than online as well.

OneTrack · 08-10-2008, 01:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ant_mb

Thanks for the info, I wound up calling the dealer and just ordering one from them. It was actually cheaper than online as well.

Are you saying that there is an OEM Yamaha 15T front sprocket available for the FZ6?

08-03-2008, 02:30 PM	#1 (permalink)
ant_mb Super Moderator Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Delran NJ Bike: 2007 FZ6 Posts: 1,141 Rep Power: 20 Member #241	A sprocket? Hey Guys, I'm trying to figure out what front sprocket to order. I see so many name brands and different metal compounds and am getting a little confused. Can someone recommend a decent front sprocket mfg, and shed some light on this for me? Thanks for your time. p.s. I'm going with a 15T and I need the stock 530.

08-03-2008, 03:08 PM	#2 (permalink)
sideshow_downs Deployed Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Where the Army needs me Bike: '08 FZ6 - Raven Posts: 633 Rep Power: 13 Member #358	Re: A sprocket? I have the same questions. Any answers are appreciated __________________ I'm all jacked up on Mountain Dew! 2008 FZ6 In stealth Raven -debadged-reflectors removed-painted windscreen-powder coated pegs and radiator covers-devil exhaust-competition werkes F/E and signals-tcp seat cowl

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tolgatt Goodfella Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Windsor , ON Bike: 2007 FZ6 Posts: 467 Rep Power: 13 Member #876	Re: A sprocket? i bought AFAM , it seemed to have a little whine in the beggining but i think its gone now,or i got used to it i wanted to get vortex but something happened i couldnt buy it,,out of stock or something,i dont remember.. i think vortex is the most common one,isnt it? __________________ 07 FZ6 S2 Candy Apple Red

08-03-2008, 03:21 PM	#4 (permalink)
FZ6inNH Moderator w/ Twisted Fate Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: New Hampshire Bike: 2008 FZ6 Cobalt Blue Posts: 3,160 Rep Power: 51 Member #18	Re: A sprocket? Here's a nice little ratio chart for the FZ6. This shows front sprocket teeth on top and rear down the left side. Gear Ratio -----15---16---17 48 3.20 3.00 2.82 47 3.13 2.94 2.76 46 3.07 2.88 2.71 45 3.00 2.81 2.65 44 2.93 2.75 2.59 43 2.87 2.69 2.53 42 2.80 2.63 2.47 41 2.73 2.56 2.41 39 2.60 2.44 2.29 Renthal is a quality brand. See here: Renthal - We Build Championships Here's a link to the 15T... Front Chainwheels Are you both looking to go up or down a tooth? What result are you looking for? MPG or lower end performance? __________________ -={FZ6inNH}=- . . Member #9 . . 2008 Cobalt Blue FZ6 -My Rider Resume Mods: Yamaha Lower Cowl, Racetech Springs w/15w oil, FAZR6 F.E. Kit, Puig Smoke Racing Screen, Tank Camera mount, Cortech Sport saddle and tail bags, dual headlight mod, Shogun Sliders, Yamaha Comfort Seat, Mild Airbox Mod, De-Stickered, and Custom Carbon Fiber SwingArm Decals

08-03-2008, 03:29 PM	#5 (permalink)
FZ6inNH Moderator w/ Twisted Fate Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: New Hampshire Bike: 2008 FZ6 Cobalt Blue Posts: 3,160 Rep Power: 51 Member #18	Re: A sprocket? It appears that Renthal is difficult to get! Here's a link to some AFAM for the FZ6... Motorcycle Parts, Motorcycle Accessories by BikeBandit.com __________________ -={FZ6inNH}=- . . Member #9 . . 2008 Cobalt Blue FZ6 -My Rider Resume Mods: Yamaha Lower Cowl, Racetech Springs w/15w oil, FAZR6 F.E. Kit, Puig Smoke Racing Screen, Tank Camera mount, Cortech Sport saddle and tail bags, dual headlight mod, Shogun Sliders, Yamaha Comfort Seat, Mild Airbox Mod, De-Stickered, and Custom Carbon Fiber SwingArm Decals

08-03-2008, 04:00 PM	#6 (permalink)
ant_mb Super Moderator Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Delran NJ Bike: 2007 FZ6 Posts: 1,141 Rep Power: 20 Member #241	Re: A sprocket? Thanks for the info Fz6inNH. I have seen a few models in stock. The AFAM, Vortex, JM and a couple others. They all seem to be made of differant materials. My question is qwhat are the pros and cons of the. I've seen Aluminum, Steel, some sort of Carbon Steel, and a few others. I guess I would be happy with a OEM 15T. Maybe I'll give the dealer a call tomorrow, but I know they will probably want 2X what an aftermarket will. I'm looking for a little more pep on the bottom, a little more thrust, you know?

08-06-2008, 04:52 PM	#7 (permalink)
rvbiker Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: south dakota Bike: 2005 yamaha FZ6 Posts: 192 Rep Power: 6 Member #860	Re: A sprocket? In my opinion you want a sprocket of a hard material. The harder the material the longer it will last but the more it will cost. Also you want one with an anti rust finish but I think most have that.

08-06-2008, 04:57 PM	#8 (permalink)
ant_mb Super Moderator Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Delran NJ Bike: 2007 FZ6 Posts: 1,141 Rep Power: 20 Member #241	Re: A sprocket? Thanks for the info, I wound up calling the dealer and just ordering one from them. It was actually cheaper than online as well. __________________ States I've visited on the FZ

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