2009 13-tooth sprocket- '06/'07 fits fine- UPDATED WITH PICS
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RE: 2009 13-tooth sprocket- '06/'07 fits fine
Trust me that nut in the track will get rounded off. It just will. You have to use an open wrench on it and they all get trashed. Don't fight it man, just let it happen.[8D]
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RE: 2009 13-tooth sprocket- '06/'07 fits fine
why will it get rounded? when I was adjusting it lastnight, I was able to turn it with my bare fingers for a while. then when it hit the tension, it wasn't like I was putting any force on the wrench. Maybe you guys just aren't careful enough. Still, no one has answered my question. Why aren't all off-road, MX bikes,and Ninjas being built with snails if they're so superior? anyone wanna answer that instead of just saying "oh, they'll get rounded for sure". what's your basis?
your argument is like saying that this one car is still using carburetion for fuel delivery and every other car on the road using fuel-injection is worse off and a big step backwards in technology. if carburetion was so good, why aren't the rest of the cars still using it? same with the snail adjusters. why aren't Husky and KTM using them still if they are so superior?
your argument is like saying that this one car is still using carburetion for fuel delivery and every other car on the road using fuel-injection is worse off and a big step backwards in technology. if carburetion was so good, why aren't the rest of the cars still using it? same with the snail adjusters. why aren't Husky and KTM using them still if they are so superior?
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RE: 2009 13-tooth sprocket- '06/'07 fits fine
Snails rule! They will last forever if used properly. 2 RULES 1. Dont hammer on the tail to adjust them. 2. Dont let the bolt turn while torquing the axle nut and you'll never have a problem. It's all about mechanical ability. Some people shouldn't try to be do it yourselfers and others should. But hey it's all nuts & bolts so you can get replacements if you booger something up. Snails are simply easier and faster. just follow the 2 rules.
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RE: 2009 13-tooth sprocket- '06/'07 fits fine
Oh and in the 20 or so times I have taken off the chain in the last 2 and a half years, I have never had the master link clip fly off somewhere. You're using the wrong way dude. get the clip into the right spot, using the right needle nose pliers all you do is squeeze and you're in business.
Not that I'm an expert or anything.
Not that I'm an expert or anything.
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RE: 2009 13-tooth sprocket- '06/'07 fits fine
Looks like the '09 uses similar adjusters as on my KTM. Deej, the nut won't get rounded off unless you use the wrong sized wrench or torque it to 2,133.7 ft-lbs or greater. They main thing you do need to worry about though is to make sure they have anti-seize on them. Aluminum swingarm + steel bolt can seize tight if you don't use some grease or antifreeze, they talk about that on the KTM boards. Mine had anti-seize on them from the shop or factory. Travis, pull that bolt out and make sure it's got some on it. They sure don't put much grease on the bearings at the Kawasaki factor, maybe to skip over that little detail too. Better safe than sorry.
They are minor pain to adjust, but once adjusted, you can forget about them. If you remove your rear wheel and put it back on, you don't have to fumble with the snails since the adjusters remain locked in position. Maybe that's why the MX's and race bikes use them - quick tire changes.
They are minor pain to adjust, but once adjusted, you can forget about them. If you remove your rear wheel and put it back on, you don't have to fumble with the snails since the adjusters remain locked in position. Maybe that's why the MX's and race bikes use them - quick tire changes.
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RE: 2009 13-tooth sprocket- '06/'07 fits fine
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Looks like the '09 uses similar adjusters as on my KTM. Deej, the nut won't get rounded off unless you use the wrong sized wrench or torque it to 2,133.7 ft-lbs or greater. They main thing you do need to worry about though is to make sure they have anti-seize on them. Aluminum swingarm + steel bolt can seize tight if you don't use some grease or antifreeze, they talk about that on the KTM boards. Mine had anti-seize on them from the shop or factory. Travis, pull that bolt out and make sure it's got some on it. They sure don't put much grease on the bearings at the Kawasaki factor, maybe to skip over that little detail too. Better safe than sorry.
They are minor pain to adjust, but once adjusted, you can forget about them. If you remove your rear wheel and put it back on, you don't have to fumble with the snails since the adjusters remain locked in position. Maybe that's why the MX's and race bikes use them - quick tire changes.
Looks like the '09 uses similar adjusters as on my KTM. Deej, the nut won't get rounded off unless you use the wrong sized wrench or torque it to 2,133.7 ft-lbs or greater. They main thing you do need to worry about though is to make sure they have anti-seize on them. Aluminum swingarm + steel bolt can seize tight if you don't use some grease or antifreeze, they talk about that on the KTM boards. Mine had anti-seize on them from the shop or factory. Travis, pull that bolt out and make sure it's got some on it. They sure don't put much grease on the bearings at the Kawasaki factor, maybe to skip over that little detail too. Better safe than sorry.
They are minor pain to adjust, but once adjusted, you can forget about them. If you remove your rear wheel and put it back on, you don't have to fumble with the snails since the adjusters remain locked in position. Maybe that's why the MX's and race bikes use them - quick tire changes.
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RE: 2009 13-tooth sprocket- '06/'07 fits fine
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My zrx has a cam adjuster.Just saying
My zrx has a cam adjuster.Just saying
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Just make a mental note of which number your snail is at and put it back at the same number. If changing sprocket size, You have to adjust the chain with either adjuster. They both work fine in IMO.
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RE: 2009 13-tooth sprocket- '06/'07 fits fine
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here is the moose sprocket- Moose part number 1212-0198. Denniskirk.com part number 8432-13. It costs around $16.
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here is the moose sprocket- Moose part number 1212-0198. Denniskirk.com part number 8432-13. It costs around $16.
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http://www.denniskirk.com/jsp/produc...p;skuId=843213
Are any other parts needed (washers, etc.)?
Thanks,
Jeff