Gearing setup

msebastian · February 8th, 2013, 07:14 AM

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.

csmith12 · February 8th, 2013, 07:30 AM

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

msebastian · February 8th, 2013, 07:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by csmith12

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

Thanks for the quick response, I just ordered the JT 42T rear sprocket.

Old Lemon · February 21st, 2013, 07:50 PM

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)

DaBlue1 · February 22nd, 2013, 02:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Old Lemon

....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)

Just changing to a 15 tooth front sprocket will get you an avg 3 mph increase in the low to mid rpm range and 6 mph on the top end. First gear becomes a lot more usable, you won't have to shift as fast. It will ride like you gained some power, but you haven't.

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

msebastian · February 22nd, 2013, 06:00 PM

**** 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.

msebastian · February 22nd, 2013, 10:14 PM

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.

csmith12 · February 23rd, 2013, 07:39 AM

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.

Graugaard · February 23rd, 2013, 03:58 PM

i got the green volar chain, bring it

msebastian · February 23rd, 2013, 11:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Graugaard

i got the green volar chain, bring it

Bring what a ****ed up bike from an exploding chain. I will pass so have fun with that, and good luck.

February 8th, 2013, 07:14 AM	#1
msebastian ninjette.org guru Name: Michael Location: Dayton, Ohio Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R SE Posts: 262	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.

February 8th, 2013, 07:30 AM	#2
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	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 __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

February 23rd, 2013, 07:39 AM	#8
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	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. __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

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February 21st, 2013, 07:50 PM	#4
Old Lemon Lays er down Name: Michael Location: Maryland Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Lime green Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	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)

February 22nd, 2013, 06:00 PM	#6
msebastian ninjette.org guru Name: Michael Location: Dayton, Ohio Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R SE Posts: 262	**** 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.

February 22nd, 2013, 10:14 PM	#7
msebastian ninjette.org guru Name: Michael Location: Dayton, Ohio Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R SE Posts: 262	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.

February 23rd, 2013, 03:58 PM	#9
Graugaard ninjette.org member Name: Elias Location: Denmark Join Date: Nov 2011 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250r Posts: 152	i got the green volar chain, bring it