15T sprocket and 150/60R17 (BT-016)

cbowman78 · November 30th, 2010, 12:54 PM

Hey,

I was just wondering if anyone running this setup has had any clearance issues with the tire and swingarm.

I bought the 15 tooth sprocket anticipating that I would install it. But, I just purchased a set of BT-016 tires and I wonder if I am going to run into any issues of rubbing? I am assuming the 15 tooth sprocket will move the rear tire inwards, and I have heard there is only about a 1/4 clearance from the 150/60R17 tire to the swingarm.

Any info would be really appreciated.. Thanks!

Cuongism · November 30th, 2010, 11:36 PM

I'm running both and no issues with the the swingarm. I did have to cut a notch on the chainguard though since that was rubbing on the tire. I can take a pic when I get the chance.

g21-30 · December 1st, 2010, 05:09 AM

^^^No need to notch the chain guard, if you put washers between the guard and its mounting points!

cbowman78 · December 1st, 2010, 08:13 AM

Thanks for the heads up, guys!! I really appreciate it.

I am doing everything at once and didnt want to run into any issues with the install. I cant wait for spring time!!

Cuongism · December 2nd, 2010, 03:43 PM

Did my chain maintenance today so took some pics for you.

Chainguard with notch cut in (wish I knew about the washer idea beforehand

)

Looks sooo dirty, but I'm going to blame it on the construction they're working on in the parking lot.

Yes, my car should be metallic black, not dusty yellow...

November 30th, 2010, 12:54 PM	#1
cbowman78 ninjette.org member Name: Clint Location: Niagara Region, Ontario Join Date: Aug 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250r Posts: 61	15T sprocket and 150/60R17 (BT-016) Hey, I was just wondering if anyone running this setup has had any clearance issues with the tire and swingarm. I bought the 15 tooth sprocket anticipating that I would install it. But, I just purchased a set of BT-016 tires and I wonder if I am going to run into any issues of rubbing? I am assuming the 15 tooth sprocket will move the rear tire inwards, and I have heard there is only about a 1/4 clearance from the 150/60R17 tire to the swingarm. Any info would be really appreciated.. Thanks!

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November 30th, 2010, 11:36 PM	#2
Cuongism ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Cuong Location: San Diego Join Date: Jul 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250r, 2007 Daytona 675 Posts: A lot.	I'm running both and no issues with the the swingarm. I did have to cut a notch on the chainguard though since that was rubbing on the tire. I can take a pic when I get the chance.

December 1st, 2010, 05:09 AM	#3
g21-30 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Sam Location: Northern Virginia Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250R 2009 and ZX-12R 2000 Posts: A lot.	^^^No need to notch the chain guard, if you put washers between the guard and its mounting points!

December 1st, 2010, 08:13 AM	#4
cbowman78 ninjette.org member Name: Clint Location: Niagara Region, Ontario Join Date: Aug 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250r Posts: 61	Thanks for the heads up, guys!! I really appreciate it. I am doing everything at once and didnt want to run into any issues with the install. I cant wait for spring time!!

December 2nd, 2010, 03:43 PM	#5
Cuongism ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Cuong Location: San Diego Join Date: Jul 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250r, 2007 Daytona 675 Posts: A lot.	Did my chain maintenance today so took some pics for you. Chainguard with notch cut in (wish I knew about the washer idea beforehand ) Looks sooo dirty, but I'm going to blame it on the construction they're working on in the parking lot. Yes, my car should be metallic black, not dusty yellow...