Cadenas de moto, piñones y piezas para Kawasaki Versys 650

Motorcycle Chains & Sprocket Parts for Kawasaki Versys 650

In March of 1966, Kawasaki released the first of many motorcycle products in the United States. The Kawasaki Versys 650 with its comfortable seat height, adjustable rebound suspension system, and its wide wheelbase is a favorite among two-wheel commuters. The Versys is a product that has served bike riders well.

The powertrain on a Versys is familiar to most riders. The transfer of energy from the motors to the tire tread proceeds from five parts.

• The Versys sports a 649 cc motor with over-the-top power.
• That power transfers from the engine to a six-speed manual transmission with a reverse component.
• The Kawasaki transmission engages a drive shaft connecting to a durable chain made up of tempered steel links.
• The chain transfers power to the main sprocket made of a steel alloy that provides a lighter weight with a more durable makeup.
• The main sprocket drives the wheel where the “rubber meets the road.”

Kawasaki Motor Company offered the first Kawasaki Versys 650 on the U.S. market in 2008. Some Kawasaki Versys 650 models have been on the U.S. road system for ten years. That means that there have been a lot of Kawasaki Versys chain and sprocket replacements.

• Every month you should inspect the chain and sprockets on your Kawasaki Versys. These are the more vulnerable parts of the power train for wear. First, check the chain on your Kawasaki for any sag.
• Check the teeth of the sprocket for wear patterns. If you see any dark spots on the sprocket teeth, that is a wear pattern.
• If you feel any “chatter” through the frame of bikes while riding, that is an indication of chain and sprocket wear.

While the working parts of the engine and transmission on a Kawasaki Versys are enclosed, the chain and main sprocket are exposed to the elements. Regular oiling of these parts helps to lubricate and protect them from wear. Many riders use the intense deceleration properties found in the engine as a primary means of slowing instead of the brake. Overusing the engine for deceleration increases wear on the chain and sprocket. Use your brake as your primary source of deceleration to extend the life of your powertrain parts.

Yes. There are many styles of wheel sprockets on the market. Some are made of aluminum which is lighter, but not as durable as a steel sprocket. The important thing to remember is that the use of a sprocket with a different number of teeth will change your speed patterns for each gear. When possible, replace the old sprocket with another with the same teeth count.

The owner’s manual recommends replacing these parts every 20,000 miles under normal drive pattern usage. Check your chain for sag before every ride. The O-ring barrel protectors may wear without your notice. A sprocket that is worn will also allow the chain to sag as the teeth grind down.