What is a 520 sprocket?
Chain pitch, fitment, and why 520 matters for off-road bikes.
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Chain pitch, fitment, and why 520 matters for off-road bikes.
Read the noteSee how front and rear tooth changes affect acceleration, traction, and speed.
Read the noteA practical note on heat-treatable alloy steel for hard-wearing sprocket programs.
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Read the noteA practical comparison for riders, fleets, and race builds.
Read the noteHow geometry, tooling, heat treatment, and inspection fit together.
Read the noteThe dimensions and checks that matter before ordering or production.
Read the noteWhat a buyer should provide for a batch or private-label sprocket program.
Read the notePre-ride checks for chain slack, sprocket teeth, bolts, master link, and chain guide.
Read the notePractical inspection steps for dirt bike and enduro riders before they leave.
Read the noteWhat hooked teeth, noise, and chain lift usually mean on a worn drivetrain.
Read the noteGearing tradeoffs for steep technical terrain, open trails, and fitment checks.
Read the noteChain derailment, loose hardware, worn parts, and the right response when a ride goes wrong.
Read the noteSmall emergency kit guidance for chain, sprocket, and recovery situations on a ride.
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