Switching to a 520 sprocket for better performance
If you're looking to shave some weight off your bike, swapping to a 520 sprocket is one of the easiest ways to do it. It's one of those modifications that pops up in every forum and track-day conversation, usually under the umbrella of a "520 conversion." If you're currently running a stock 525 or 530 setup, you might be wondering why everyone is so obsessed with going thinner. It's not just about aesthetics—though a fresh rear sprocket does look pretty sharp—it's mostly about how the bike feels when you twist the throttle. ...