February 8th, 2013, 07:14 AM | #1 |
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Name: Michael
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Gearing setup
I am getting ready to purchase a new sprocket set up. I already ordered a 15T front sprocket but I am unsure about the rear sprocket. I don't want to loose alot of acceleration but also would like better fuel economy and useable first gear. Top speed is not really an issue but highway speeds (65-70mph) I would rather not have to be reved so high. I was thinking a 42T rear but I know the 41T rear is the most common set up. Please help since I am about to order.
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February 8th, 2013, 07:30 AM | #2 |
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Name: Chris (aka Reactor)
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I say go 42t. The difference is not really felt all that in 6th much but I can feel a better pull in 3 and 4th on the track. Maybe it's just in my head though. lol
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February 8th, 2013, 07:32 AM | #3 |
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February 21st, 2013, 07:50 PM | #4 |
Lays er down
Name: Michael
Location: Maryland
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from what i have researched stock is 14 front 45 rear. Now what would be the difference if i just went 15 front and kept the 45 rear. What would happen if i decreased the rear like what you did? more acceleration? lower top speed? etc?
just found this: http://www.amazon.com/2008-2012-Kawa...6+o+ring+chain Good buy if im fine with how my bike performs? (which i am) |
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February 22nd, 2013, 02:32 PM | #5 | |
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Name: Blue
Location: Charlotte, NC
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Adding a 42 tooth will add about 11 mph on the top end. Your speed will be 60 mph @ 6500 rpms. The trade off will be, you'll have to turn the throttle a little further than you normally do now. Shimming and de-snorkling will wake the bike up nicely with this combo. As far as that chain sprocket combo, I think a few have said the chain sucks. Search the site for Volar. http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=78956 http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?p=616319 |
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February 22nd, 2013, 06:00 PM | #6 |
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Name: Michael
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**** that is the same chain I bought. I have not even opened the box yet so I hope I can return it and get a better chain or use the stock chain since it is still in good order.
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February 22nd, 2013, 10:14 PM | #7 |
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They are going to allow me to return the chain so I will be purchasing a D.I.D chain. Will this chain work for my bike:
http://www.bikebandit.com/d-i-d-520-...torcycle-chain I also think I need to get a rivet link so that is this: http://www.bikebandit.com/d-i-d-520-...ing-rivet-link I am going to see if the clip link can be swapped out for the rivet link. |
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February 23rd, 2013, 07:39 AM | #8 |
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Name: Chris (aka Reactor)
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If you can't swap the chain for the rivet type, then just buy a rivet master link. It's a good idea to have a spare laying around the garage anyway.
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February 23rd, 2013, 03:58 PM | #9 |
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i got the green volar chain, bring it
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February 23rd, 2013, 11:23 PM | #10 |
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