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Posted by pumppy10
- April 11, 2017, 18:43:07 PMI see there are a couple of choices on the length of the chain, short of removing and counting links how else can i tell the length?
Posted by CDNRatMan
- April 11, 2017, 17:58:45 PM I did mine because GreenBarn threatened me with a beating if I did not do it. I did the front first then the next winter the rear, huge difference in highway riding at top speed. I notice nothing detrimental in the low speed range. I am also running the same sprockets as our grass man from OR is. I also went to an X ring chain. You will be saving yourself some grief and time if you pay attention to the dampers at this time also. You will also notice a huge difference in throttle response if the dampers are worn.
To test them once the rear wheel is off the bike with the wheel on the ground tilt it to the side, see if the hub slides out. If it slides out or is loose then replace the rubbers. The hub should fit nice and tight.
Posted by OR Seedman
- April 11, 2017, 17:45:43 PM18/38 Sun front sprocket/JT rear sprocket; both off of Amazon. My chain only had 3500 miles on it, so kept it as is. Did not need to remove a link, either. Spent a good amount of time aligning the rear wheel so the chain travels smoothly and straight between front and rear. Seems a lot less noisy with the new sprockets. Total time - 1 1/2 hours start to finish...
Results - I really like the way the bike runs now at 60 mph and over. No noticeable loss of low end power, either....this really should be the factory setup...
Posted by pumppy10
- April 11, 2017, 17:20:33 PMI have done a lot of reading on here about the 18 and 38 tooth sprockets some have swapped to and have decided since i am also always seeming to look for another gear i figured it is the way to go. Any recommendations on which brand? I will be doing both sprockets and a new chain since i will be in there, also if the rubbers in hub look like they might need attestation anytime soon they will also be taking care of while it is apart. Who and where did you guys get yours from and are you happy with the quality, price and service from supplier?