Vortex 253ZR-53 CAT5 530 Aluminum Rear Sprocket Red 53-Tooth

The Vortex 253ZR-53 is a CAT5 series aluminum rear sprocket featuring a 530 chain pitch and 53 teeth, finished in a striking red anodize with silver machined highlights. Designed for performance street and track riders, this sprocket is manufactured entirely in the U.S.A. and built to Vortex's exacting tolerances.

Key Features:

• 530 Chain Pitch — compatible with standard 530 drive chains
• 53 Teeth — taller rear gearing for optimized acceleration and low-end torque
• CAT5 Aluminum Construction — machined from aerospace-grade 7075 aluminum for significant weight reduction over OEM steel sprockets
• Red Anodized Finish — anodized first, then CNC machined to reveal contrasting silver highlights on the teeth and machined surfaces
• Vortex Patented Tooth Design — proprietary saber-tooth groove geometry increases sprocket longevity and improves chain engagement
• 100% CNC Manufactured in the U.S.A. — precision machined to tight tolerances for consistent fit and performance
• Specially Formulated Alloy — material spec developed exclusively to Vortex's requirements for the ideal balance of strength and weight

The Vortex CAT5 rear sprocket is a direct upgrade from heavy OEM steel sprockets, reducing rotating mass and improving power transfer to the rear wheel. Trusted by professional racing teams and performance riders worldwide, the 253ZR-53 delivers race-proven reliability in a visually distinctive package.