Vortex 452AZUV4-48 Aluminum Rear Sprocket Pitch Azure Blue Sprockets - CAT5 520 48T

The Vortex 452AZUV4-48 is a CAT5 series lightweight aluminum rear sprocket featuring a vibrant Azure Blue anodized finish with contrasting silver machine-cut highlights. Engineered for performance-minded riders, this 48-tooth, 520-pitch sprocket is a direct upgrade over heavy OEM steel sprockets.

Key Features:

• Tooth Count: 48 teeth
• Chain Pitch: 520
• Material: Specially formulated aerospace-grade aluminum alloy per Vortex specifications
• Finish: Azure Blue anodized with contrasting silver CNC-machined highlights
• Construction: 100% CNC manufactured in the U.S.A.
• Tooth Design: Patented saber tooth groove profile for increased sprocket longevity
• Lightening cuts: Strategically placed to reduce rotating mass without sacrificing strength
• Position: Rear

By replacing a heavy OEM steel sprocket with this aluminum unit, riders benefit from significantly reduced rotating mass, resulting in improved throttle response, quicker acceleration, and enhanced overall handling. The Vortex patented sprocket design is unlike any other on the market, and the durable anodized finish provides long-lasting corrosion resistance and show-quality aesthetics.