Description
Not every ProTaper sprocket uses the same construction method, and this 15-tooth Honda front sprocket is one of the ones built around a slightly different approach: precision broaching and machining paired with self-cleaning mud grooves cut into the tooth profile to keep dirt from packing in and forcing the chain off its line. It is still case-hardened chromoly steel underneath, but the lightening holes and mud-clearing design give it a distinct edge for riders dealing with sticky, muddy conditions where a standard sprocket tends to clog up.
What makes this sprocket different:
- Precision broached and machined to strict tolerances
- Case-hardened chromoly steel for durability under load
- Lightening holes cut into the sprocket body to reduce rotating mass
- Self-cleaning mud grooves prevent dirt buildup between the teeth
- Special coating helps retain strength and improve wear resistance
The 15-tooth count leans toward a taller gearing setup, favoring top speed and highway-adjacent trail sections over sharp acceleration out of tight corners. Because sprocket fitment is model and year specific on Hondas, confirm this part number matches your bike before ordering. Riders who spend a lot of time in mud or sand tend to specifically seek out sprockets like this one for the self-cleaning groove design, since a packed sprocket can cause the chain to skip under load. IPD Racing stocks this sprocket alongside the rest of the ProTaper Honda range.
