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Re: [ST] Gearing Question



Lots of people like 18/45 for best accelleration. 17/43 is nearly identical, but might be tougher on the chain given the smaller diameter front sprocket. Keep an eye on your chain protector on the swingarm for wear.

Garry

- ---- Big Riff <big_riff@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote: 
> I just ordered a chain and a new pair of sprockets for my 01.  At 18k miles 
> the stock chain has had it.  I ordered up a Triumph brand 17 tooth counter 
> sprocket, thinking that I'd go for a little more acceleration at the expense 
> of top speed since I don't ride at 155mph very often.  Anyway, I thought OEM 
> was an 18 tooth, but it looks like it's 19 based on the FAQ.  Has anyone 
> dropped down two teeth on the front?  If so, what are your impressions?  Any 
> problems?  Big drop in gas mileage?  I'm keeping 43 on the rear.  If it's 
> too radical of a change, I guess I can always go for the 18 later.
> 
> Thanks for the help,
> 
> John in NJ
> '01 BRG ST
> 
> 
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