{"product_id":"vortex-racing-v4-42-tooth-530-rear-sprocket-blue","title":"Vortex Racing V4 42 Tooth 530 Rear Sprocket - Blue","description":"The next generation of Vortex aluminum rear sprockets, V4 builds on the long-running CAT5 sprocket platform with a lighter, more aggressive design. Reduced rotating mass improves acceleration, throttle response, handling, and overallagility. Ideal for street, track, and performance applications.\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExcellent concentricity for smooth, quiet operation and efficient power transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePrecision-machined from high-strength 7075-T6 aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e10-15% Lighter than CAT5\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManufactured in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpgrade your motorcycle’s final-drive performance with the Vortex Racing V4 42-Tooth 530 Rear Sprocket in blue. Part number vtx436ZBV4-42, this aluminum sprocket advances the proven Vortex CAT5 platform with a lighter, more aggressive design intended for street, track, and other performance applications. Reduced rotating mass can help improve acceleration, throttle response, handling, and overall agility while maintaining dependable power transfer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cli\u003eExcellent concentricity supports smooth, quiet operation and efficient power transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cli\u003ePrecision-machined from high-strength 7075-T6 aluminum for durability and performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cli\u003e10–15% lighter than the previous CAT5 design to reduce rotating mass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cli\u003eBlue finish adds a distinctive appearance to your motorcycle’s drivetrain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cli\u003eManufactured in the USA by Vortex Racing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Vortex Racing V4 rear sprocket is engineered for riders seeking responsive drivetrain performance without sacrificing reliability. Its precision manufacturing helps maintain consistent chain engagement, while the 42-tooth configuration and 530 chain compatibility make it a practical replacement or performance upgrade for select Kawasaki applications. Always verify the original equipment sprocket specifications, chain size, and motorcycle fitment before installation.\u003cbr\u003eDesigned to fit select Kawasaki motorcycles, including the 1996–1999 EN500C Vulcan 500 Ltd and VN800A Vulcan 800, along with the 1996–1999 VN800B Vulcan 800 Classic where applicable. Confirm year, model, and existing drivetrain specifications before ordering. Professional installation is recommended to ensure correct alignment, torque, chain tension, and safe operation.\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e42-tooth rear sprocket designed for 530 chain applications\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003ePrecision-machined from high-strength 7075-T6 aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e10–15% lighter than the Vortex CAT5 sprocket design\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eReduced rotating mass can improve acceleration, throttle response, handling, and agility\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eExcellent concentricity for smooth, quiet operation and efficient power transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eBlue finish\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eManufactured in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eFits select Kawasaki EN500C Vulcan 500 Ltd, VN800A Vulcan 800, and VN800B Vulcan 800 Classic models\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFitment:\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki EN500C Vulcan 500 Ltd Base 1996\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki EN500C Vulcan 500 Ltd Base 1997\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki EN500C Vulcan 500 Ltd Base 1998\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki EN500C Vulcan 500 Ltd Base 1999\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki EN500C Vulcan 500 Ltd Base 2000\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki EN500C Vulcan 500 Ltd Base 2001\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki EN500C Vulcan 500 Ltd Base 2002\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki EN500C Vulcan 500 Ltd Base 2003\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki EN500C Vulcan 500 Ltd Base 2004\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki EN500C Vulcan 500 Ltd Base 2005\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki EN500C Vulcan 500 Ltd Base 2006\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki EN500C Vulcan 500 Ltd Base 2007\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki EN500C Vulcan 500 Ltd Base 2008\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki EN500C Vulcan 500 Ltd Base 2009\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki VN800A Vulcan 800 Base 1997\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki VN800A Vulcan 800 Base 1998\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki VN800A Vulcan 800 Base 1999\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki VN800A Vulcan 800 Base 2000\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki VN800A Vulcan 800 Base 2001\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki VN800A Vulcan 800 Base 2002\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki VN800A Vulcan 800 Base 2003\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki VN800A Vulcan 800 Base 2004\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki VN800A Vulcan 800 Base 2005\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki VN800B Vulcan 800 Classic Base 1996\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki VN800B Vulcan 800 Classic Base 1997\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki VN800B Vulcan 800 Classic Base 1998\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki VN800B Vulcan 800 Classic Base 1999\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki VN800B Vulcan 800 Classic Base 2000\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki VN800B Vulcan 800 Classic Base 2001\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki VN800B Vulcan 800 Classic Base 2002\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki VN800B Vulcan 800 Classic Base 2003\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki VN800B Vulcan 800 Classic Base 2004\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki VN800B Vulcan 800 Classic Base 2005\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki VN800E Vulcan 800 Drifter Base 2000\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki VN800E Vulcan 800 Drifter Base 2001\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki VN800E Vulcan 800 Drifter Base 2002\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki VN800E Vulcan 800 Drifter Base 2003\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki VN800E Vulcan 800 Drifter Base 2004\u003cbr\u003e\nKawasaki VN800E Vulcan 800 Drifter Base 2005","brand":"Vortex Racing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67598547714364,"sku":"vtx436ZBV4-42","price":98.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1865\/9007\/files\/9af9a81af3b4a60411ac6ec65c9e11a0L.jpg?v=1790651496","url":"https:\/\/necycleshop.com\/products\/vortex-racing-v4-42-tooth-530-rear-sprocket-blue","provider":"NE Cycle Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}