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Product Overview
The Vortex 452AS-43 Steel Rear Sprocket is built for riders who want maximum durability and long service life without sacrificing performance. Designed from high-strength carbon steel and finished in a corrosion-resistant satin black coating, this sprocket is ideal for daily riders, commuters, and high-mileage sportbike use.
With a 43-tooth configuration, this sprocket maintains stock-style gearing for many Kawasaki models, making it a perfect OEM replacement or a reliable upgrade over worn components.
Key Technology & Design
Manufactured from premium carbon steel
Teeth are heat treated for extended wear resistance
Satin black electroplated coating
Protects against rust and environmental exposure
Cupped tooth ring design reduces unnecessary material
Steel vs Aluminum Sprockets
Why Choose Steel?
Significantly longer lifespan than aluminum
Better suited for daily riding and high mileage
More resistant to wear from road debris and conditions
Tradeoffs
Heavier than aluminum sprockets
Slightly less performance-focused
Clean Takeaway
Steel = durability and longevity
Aluminum = lightweight and performance
Fitment
Kawasaki
Kawasaki
2017–2019 Versys-X 300 
2013–2019 ZX-6R 
2011–2014 Ninja ZX-10R  520 conversion 
2007–2016 KLE 650 Versys 
2003–2006 ZX-6RR 
2003–2004 Z1000  520 conversion 
1998–2012 ZX-6R 1998–2002 520 conversion 
1994–2001 ZX-9R  520 conversion 
1990–2003 ZX-7 
Specs
Brand: Vortex
Part Number: 452AS-43
Product Name: Steel Rear Sprocket
Tooth Count: 43
Chain Size: 520
Material: Carbon Steel
Finish: Satin Black
Manufacturing: CNC Machined
Design: Cupped Tooth Ring
Position: Rear
Riding Style: Street / OEM Replacement"
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43T Steel Rear Sprocket – 520 (Kawasaki)

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$57.95

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Brand:

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SKU:

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Description:

Vortex 43 Tooth Steel Rear Sprocket – 520 (Kawasaki)

Product Overview

The Vortex 452AS-43 Steel Rear Sprocket is built for riders who want maximum durability and long service life without sacrificing performance. Designed from high-strength carbon steel and finished in a corrosion-resistant satin black coating, this sprocket is ideal for daily riders, commuters, and high-mileage sportbike use.

With a 43-tooth configuration, this sprocket maintains stock-style gearing for many Kawasaki models, making it a perfect OEM replacement or a reliable upgrade over worn components.

Key Technology & Design

Manufactured from premium carbon steel
Teeth are heat treated for extended wear resistance
Satin black electroplated coating
Protects against rust and environmental exposure
Cupped tooth ring design reduces unnecessary material

Steel vs Aluminum Sprockets

Why Choose Steel?

Significantly longer lifespan than aluminum
Better suited for daily riding and high mileage
More resistant to wear from road debris and conditions

Tradeoffs

Heavier than aluminum sprockets
Slightly less performance-focused

Clean Takeaway

Steel = durability and longevity
Aluminum = lightweight and performance

Fitment

Kawasaki

Kawasaki

2017–2019	Versys-X 300
2013–2019	ZX-6R
2011–2014	Ninja ZX-10R	520 conversion
2007–2016	KLE 650 Versys
2003–2006	ZX-6RR
2003–2004	Z1000	520 conversion
1998–2012	ZX-6R	1998–2002 520 conversion
1994–2001	ZX-9R	520 conversion
1990–2003	ZX-7

Specs

Brand: Vortex
Part Number: 452AS-43
Product Name: Steel Rear Sprocket
Tooth Count: 43
Chain Size: 520
Material: Carbon Steel
Finish: Satin Black
Manufacturing: CNC Machined
Design: Cupped Tooth Ring
Position: Rear
Riding Style: Street / OEM Replacement

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