KX 65 chain size

zoommx

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Anyone know if the KX65 drive can be changed to 428 chain and sprockets?
Thanks,
Roger

 

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Radiator Ron

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I think jt sprockets makes the kit, I did it to my boys 2003 65, The rear sprocket is steel and is heavy. I drilled a pattern in it and removed a little over 1lb from it. I also installed an o-ring chain. It's been good no strech. I also dont see any problem in the power department, it's fine.

 

zoommx

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Thanks Rad Ron. I found the JT stuff in a catalog. Anyone know of an alum. rear?

 

Jaybird

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Shoot me an e-mail, zoom.
I think I can set you up.

 

Jasle

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I'm wondering why? you can get a good quality 420 to work fine. With some bad mod bikes the chaing has not been the weak link unless its too tight.

 

Jaybird

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I tend to agree with Jasle.
Proper care and maint. will make far more of a difference than a change of chain size.
Not too much differnce between the two.

 

Vic

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I agree, too. Save the weight and buy the Renthal 420 Works Chain.