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At DMG Motorsports, we present the Vortex CAT5 Rear Sprocket in 45T / 520 pitch, finished in black for Ducati applications — a race-proven, aggressively styled aluminum sprocket built to shed weight and look as good as it performs. Vortex has long been a leader in aftermarket driveline components, and the CAT5 series is where that reputation is earned, combining a distinctive anodized finish with the precision machining riders demand on the street and the track.
This sprocket is anodized in color first, then CNC machined from 7075 aluminum, which cuts away material to reveal bright silver highlights against the black finish for a genuinely trick, one-of-a-kind look. Beyond the aesthetics, this is a functional upgrade: swapping to an aluminum Vortex sprocket sheds rotating mass compared to a heavier OEM steel unit, which translates to snappier acceleration and improved handling response. The unique tooth design — often referred to as a saber tooth profile — is engineered to extend chain and sprocket life while maintaining smooth, consistent power transfer.
Every CAT5 sprocket is manufactured to tight tolerances in the USA using an alloy specially formulated to Vortex's own specifications, the same design language trusted by racing champions across multiple disciplines. Whether you're refreshing your Ducati's drivetrain or dialing in gearing for track days, this 45-tooth, 520-pitch sprocket delivers the durability, light weight, and unmistakable style that Vortex is known for.
Features:
| Vehicle | Year(s) |
|---|---|
| Ducati 749 | 2003–2006 |
| Ducati 749 Dark | 2005–2006 |
| Ducati 749R | 2004–2006 |
| Ducati 749S | 2003–2006 |
| Ducati 999 | 2003–2006 |
| Ducati 999R | 2004–2006 |
| Ducati 999R Fila | 2003–2004 |
| Ducati 999R Xerox | 2006 |
| Ducati 999S | 2003–2006 |
| Ducati Desmosedici RR | 2008 |
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