sprocket sizes?
03-10-2004, 08:56 AM
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sprocket sizes?
can anyone tell me if this is a good idea or not? i've got a 98 gsxr 600 and put some gears on it. i went 1 down and 10 up. it made slow wheelies alot better but how about like 20 to 25 in the rear? would that just make it stupid? i want to get circles down and anything slow!!! any advice would help thanks
03-10-2004, 09:08 AM
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Re: sprocket sizes?
Originally Posted by midwest mayhem
can anyone tell me if this is a good idea or not? i've got a 98 gsxr 600 and put some gears on it. i went 1 down and 10 up. it made slow wheelies alot better but how about like 20 to 25 in the rear? would that just make it stupid? i want to get circles down and anything slow!!! any advice would help thanks
03-10-2004, 09:29 AM
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Re: sprocket sizes?
i HAVE AN F2 AND i WENT UP LIKE 9 IN TEH BACK AND 2 DWN IN THE FRONT.. iTS ALL ON HOW UR CLUTIN IT, I KNOW THAT MIKE M BIKE, HE HAS A 60 TOOTH IN TEH REAR. THE BIKE WILL WHEELIE W/ OUT ANT GAS ALMOST. SERIOUS..I THINK 10 TO 15 IS GOOD FOR THE PARKING LOTS.. U WILL LOSE ALL UR TOP END SPEED THOUGH. SO IF UR RIDING STREET W/ UR 600 DONT GO UP TO MUCH MORE..
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Re: sprocket sizes?
i seriously doubt that adding more gears to your already geared bike will make learning circles much easier...all gears do is allow you to creep slower before it stalls, brings the bike up easier and with less wear and tear on the bike, and allows for engine braking when doing non brake stuff...
work with what you got...the huge sprocket in the rear takes away the street and IS ONLY USEFUL FOR ENGINE BRAKING STUFF....i rode -2+the biggest you can put on my RR all last season, and for circles, nth, etc, i always used 2nd gear cuz it was easier...1st gear was only used for slow spreader/seatstanders/highchairs/etc...and some combos...
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work with what you got...the huge sprocket in the rear takes away the street and IS ONLY USEFUL FOR ENGINE BRAKING STUFF....i rode -2+the biggest you can put on my RR all last season, and for circles, nth, etc, i always used 2nd gear cuz it was easier...1st gear was only used for slow spreader/seatstanders/highchairs/etc...and some combos...
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03-10-2004, 03:14 PM
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Re: sprocket sizes?
Originally Posted by TEACH C6
i seriously doubt that adding more gears to your already geared bike will make learning circles much easier...all gears do is allow you to creep slower before it stalls, brings the bike up easier and with less wear and tear on the bike, and allows for engine braking when doing non brake stuff...
work with what you got...the huge sprocket in the rear takes away the street and IS ONLY USEFUL FOR ENGINE BRAKING STUFF....i rode -2+the biggest you can put on my RR all last season, and for circles, nth, etc, i always used 2nd gear cuz it was easier...1st gear was only used for slow spreader/seatstanders/highchairs/etc...and some combos...
i speak the truth.
teach
work with what you got...the huge sprocket in the rear takes away the street and IS ONLY USEFUL FOR ENGINE BRAKING STUFF....i rode -2+the biggest you can put on my RR all last season, and for circles, nth, etc, i always used 2nd gear cuz it was easier...1st gear was only used for slow spreader/seatstanders/highchairs/etc...and some combos...
i speak the truth.
teach
03-10-2004, 08:58 PM
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Re: sprocket sizes?
Whats the biggest rear sprocket you can go before having to change your chain? I have a couple rims and would like to keep a stock one on for the track, but then a higher tooth rear for parking lots so I can change the rims back n forth. Also, how does a 520 chain hold up?
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03-11-2004, 11:16 AM
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Re: sprocket sizes?
Originally Posted by FTPstunna
Whats the biggest rear sprocket you can go before having to change your chain? I have a couple rims and would like to keep a stock one on for the track, but then a higher tooth rear for parking lots so I can change the rims back n forth. Also, how does a 520 chain hold up?
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03-11-2004, 04:33 PM
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Re: sprocket sizes?
What up! This thread is exactly what I was looking for. One question though. What do you guys think as far as sprocket size (rear only) is concerned when you want to run the canyons and still be able to get that little help from the sprocket when doing slow stuff?
I'm runnin' stock sprockets on my 02 gixxer 750 and love it for the canyons but also love hittin' up parking lots in the same ride. Basically....what size would be a good go between for this?
I'm runnin' stock sprockets on my 02 gixxer 750 and love it for the canyons but also love hittin' up parking lots in the same ride. Basically....what size would be a good go between for this?
03-11-2004, 04:36 PM
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Re: sprocket sizes?
Originally Posted by Makone4
What up! This thread is exactly what I was looking for. One question though. What do you guys think as far as sprocket size (rear only) is concerned when you want to run the canyons and still be able to get that little help from the sprocket when doing slow stuff?
I'm runnin' stock sprockets on my 02 gixxer 750 and love it for the canyons but also love hittin' up parking lots in the same ride. Basically....what size would be a good go between for this?
I'm runnin' stock sprockets on my 02 gixxer 750 and love it for the canyons but also love hittin' up parking lots in the same ride. Basically....what size would be a good go between for this?
03-11-2004, 11:47 PM
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Re: sprocket sizes?
Originally Posted by TEACH C6
i seriously doubt that adding more gears to your already geared bike will make learning circles much easier...all gears do is allow you to creep slower before it stalls, brings the bike up easier and with less wear and tear on the bike, and allows for engine braking when doing non brake stuff...
work with what you got...the huge sprocket in the rear takes away the street and IS ONLY USEFUL FOR ENGINE BRAKING STUFF....i rode -2+the biggest you can put on my RR all last season, and for circles, nth, etc, i always used 2nd gear cuz it was easier...1st gear was only used for slow spreader/seatstanders/highchairs/etc...and some combos...
i speak the truth.
teach
work with what you got...the huge sprocket in the rear takes away the street and IS ONLY USEFUL FOR ENGINE BRAKING STUFF....i rode -2+the biggest you can put on my RR all last season, and for circles, nth, etc, i always used 2nd gear cuz it was easier...1st gear was only used for slow spreader/seatstanders/highchairs/etc...and some combos...
i speak the truth.
teach
When gearing like anything > + 5 would 1st gear be useless , except for 12's? The gearing for 2nd should be even sweeter, I think...am I on crack?
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