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Rick:
Paul, you are the first serious rider who has the same opinion as I do on the rear sprocket being steel vs aluminum.  I have used the JT steel for several years, and routinely get the speach about how the high tech design and special aluminum used in the high dollar sprocket will outlast the cheap steel sprockets.  Hog wash!  With aluminum, I replace sprockets every 3 months (most folks are aware by now that I ride at least 400 miles each month, more in the winter), but the steel will last the entire year.

ShanMan,  have someone order a JT steel sprocket, replace the chain with a new O-ring chain, and your set for a lot of riding before a replacement is needed.  I get well over 7000 miles out of each set.

Rick

beastrider500:
If you want high tech and don't mind spending a few bucks check out the Sidewinder stainless steel sprocket. http://www.sidewindersprockets.com/mcstainlessspkt.htm Way Cool :twisted:

On the other hand for best value for the money I agree on the JT sprockets. I got a complete kit ( Front and rear sprocket and O-ring chain) from Motosport Outlet http://www.motosport.com/ for just under $100. They even gave me free shipping even though my total didn't quite make the $100 cut off. Good people to order from too.

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