Mounting rear wheel/sprocket first?

Is it necessary to mount the rear wheel with sprocket first or can I mount the engine and everything else before this?
It looks like it could be quite a while before I'm able to mount the rear wheel so I'd like to at least do something in the mean time.

Gobie,

There is no reason why you can't install the entire kit, less the rear wheel sprocket.

I usually mount the sprocket last. Using the kit supplied method of mounting the engine, you don't have any side-to-side adjustment. There are options for aligning the wheel sprocket with the engine.

You don't want to install the sprocket and then discover that it does not align with the engine when you install the chain.

Jim

the sprockets I have delt with give you a slight adjustment in or out by flipping it over . So mount it last and only secure it with a few bolts and mount the entire rear wheel assembally back on your bike to see if it lines up to the motor sprocket, or if you need to flip it over to gain some alinement .

I always mount the sprocket first... I flip the bike upside down & use it as a truing stand for the sprocket.
I do the sprocket first, because it keeps the bike light & easy to work with while the wheel is off.

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Jim, does your sprocket adapter provide these options for aligning the sprocket with the engine?

Yes, the adapter can be positioned laterally along the hub. The adapter makes chain alignment easy!

Jim

Excellent!!! Now I'm doubly anxious to get my sprocket and adapter.

I knew you were waiting on me from reading your first post...LOL

I'm nearly finished with this batch!

Jim