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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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