My Triumph Tiger Sport 660: New chain-sprocket set & cone-set greasing

After trying to source DID chain through websites and distributors, I finally went with the RK chain and Esjot sprockets.

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Service Experience #9

• Chain + Sprocket change and Cone set greasing
• Odo Reading: 23,000 kms
• Service Center - Gear Gear Motorcycles

During the last service at Keerthi Triumph, they mentioned two things that needed to be done and I promptly ordered the parts from Gear Gear Motorcycles.

Tiger Sport 660 has a slightly unusual chain and sprocket size and the same was not available on any of the Indian websites. The specs are:

TS660 Chain sprocket:

• Front- 16T
• Rear- 51T
• Chain- 122 links, 520 pitches

Triumph quoted 16k for the chain and sprocket but then better quality could be availed for the same price outside.

After trying to source DID chain through websites and distributors, I finally went with the RK chain and Esjot sprockets which Gear Gear was able to arrange. RK is again a Japanese manufacturer which has a good reputation abroad for quality and hence I thought it's worth a try.

The main part - RK 520 Gold RX-Ring Motorcycle Bike Chain 520 XSO, 122 Links with Rivet Link:

Esjot sprockets - 16T front, 51T rear:

Mom always wanted me to flaunt a Gold chain:

With the chain sprocket done, getting the cone set checked and clutch cable lubed:

Cone set and forks dismantled, cleaned and put back. There is a slight wear damage on the cone set but this should run more - feels much more light and slick after the greasing. Have anyways asked Gear Gear to source the part, will keep it in reserve for when needed:

Back home:

Costs involved:

Quick question though - No one in my friend circle has used RK before IIRC. How long does it last in Indian conditions?

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