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| Brand | LighTech |
|---|---|
| Part Number | TEKA003 |
| Fitment | Kawasaki ZX-10 R (2011–2015) |
| Material | Ergal 7075 high-tensile aluminium alloy |
| Manufacturing process | CNC-machined from solid billet |
| Adjustment system | External adjuster screw |
| Alignment reference | Laser-engraved graduated scale |
| Optional accessory | Titanium axle nut D024 |
DescriptionThe whole story▼
When chain tension is a safety-critical setting — particularly on a high-output superbike like the Kawasaki ZX-10 R — the precision and reliability of your chain tensioner matter as much as any other component in the drivetrain. The LighTech TEKA003 is CNC-machined from a solid billet of Ergal 7075 aerospace-grade aluminium, delivering a level of dimensional accuracy and long-term structural integrity that the factory part simply cannot match.
Key Features
- Fits Kawasaki ZX-10 R model years 2011 to 2015 — a direct, engineered replacement for the OEM chain tensioner
- Machined from Ergal 7075 high-tensile aluminium alloy — significantly stronger and lighter than standard cast components
- External adjuster screw system allows fast, precise chain tension setting without specialist tooling
- Laser-engraved graduated scale ensures perfectly symmetrical wheel alignment at every adjustment — a critical safety factor on track and road alike
- CNC-milled from solid billet for repeatable accuracy and superior durability over the service life of the component
- Available with or without the titanium axle nut D024 — LighTech recommends pairing with D024 for full compatibility and optimal fitment
Precision Alignment — Why It Matters
Correct and symmetrical rear wheel alignment directly affects handling stability, tyre wear and chain longevity. The laser-engraved scale on the TEKA003 removes the guesswork entirely: both sides can be set to the same graduation mark in seconds, giving you a reference point that is repeatable every time the rear wheel is removed and refitted. On a ZX-10 R being used at track days or in competition, this is not a cosmetic detail — it is a genuine safety and performance advantage.
Installation Note
LighTech recommends replacing the standard OEM axle nut with a lower-profile alternative to guarantee maximum compatibility with the TEKA003. The titanium axle nut D024 is the recommended companion part and is available as an optional addition via the variant selector.
Fitment & Compatibility
This chain tensioner is designed and engineered exclusively for the following model:
- Kawasaki ZX-10 R — model years 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015
Specifications
- Brand: LighTech
- Part number: TEKA003
- Material: Ergal 7075 high-tensile aluminium alloy, CNC-machined from solid billet
- Adjustment system: external adjuster screw
- Alignment reference: laser-engraved graduated scale
- Fitment: Kawasaki ZX-10 R (2011–2015)
- Available colours: black, red, green
- Optional accessory: titanium axle nut D024
FitmentWhich bikes this fits▼
- Kawasaki ZX-10 R (2011–2015)
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