New rear sprocket ** help needed**

If i change my rear sprocket (2011 model) to a larger one, 42T to a 43t , can you still use the std chain( same amount of links) or do i have to change the chain for more links. I have searched on here but cant find an answer.

 

I can't see there being a problem with only +1 on the rear.

I'd check first though that there was enough play at the chain tensioning points.

 

Yes, i have just had a thought, i think Jamiehrc/JamieRep, changed his sprocket to a 44t , not sure if he changed the chain aswell. I will p.m. him to see if he did.

 

Hi there T&B ...... I changed mine and needed to do the chain as well ..2 up on the rear

 

Cheers Tutty Nart, is it better to replace the chain or can you put in an extra link?

 

You can't put in one link due to the way the chain side plates work ... so it would be two links

I suppose the answer would depend on how many miles the chain has done ... any tight spots , how much can you lift it from the rear sprocket

 

So easier to change to a smaller front and tighten the chain, any reason that you wouldn't consider that option?

 

I suppose if i drop the front down a tooth( and a 43t rear), that will solve my problem? -1 front & +1 rear = better acceleration.Please feel free to correct me on my assumption.

 

That sounds like a plan ..... I recon the chain would do that

 

A plan has been hatched ,unless somebody chucks a spanner in the works.

 

Errm no, how much are you looking to change the gearing?

+1 on the rear wont change things too much, but -1 on the front is like going +3 on the rear or more, what are you looking to achieve?

 

Put a Talon +2 on the rear,no problem with chain.2011 bike too.You will lose top end speed but boy its worth every penny.

 

I had a +2 rear sprocket on my 08 with standard chain.

 

Looking for a bit quicker acceleration as i find it a bit sluggish.

 

leave the rear sprocket and drop one down on the front sprocket, that'll surely be enough for road riding

 

Has anybody dropped a tooth size on the front?

 

Yup

 

Yes dropped a tooth on the front and left the rear standard/

 

What size is the front tooth?

 

Yep, and went up 2 on the rear - but that was on my 04 - it was a bit too much tho! Then there was the issue of the speedo being out so needed a Speedo Healer. +2 on the rear on the 04 was a good mod, but have not seen the need for that or anything else on my 12.