smaller sprocket on rear wheel
- Thread starter metalliatic
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yes,,,
the smaller you go, more top end (speed), less bottom end (torque)
keep in mind, you may need to pedal more to take off from a stop
the smaller you go, more top end (speed), less bottom end (torque)
keep in mind, you may need to pedal more to take off from a stop
Correct... although there is some discussions on how small you can go. I currently use a 28T sprocket (mainly for clearence issues). My tops speeds are around 37-39MPH.
I have used a 36T with excellent all around results.
These engines can only pull so much!! I've used a 25T but it was just too hard on the clutch.
I have used a 36T with excellent all around results.
These engines can only pull so much!! I've used a 25T but it was just too hard on the clutch.
a lot of it depends on weight (yours and the bike's.) if you're 135lbs like me, and you're motor has a lot of torque (like mine) you can get away with a lot smaller sprocket than a guy who's 200+ with a stock motor.
eventually, a heavier guy can get to (almost) the same speed, but it just takes longer to build up the momentum.
i run a 30t, and it works great for everything, hills, etc.
ideally, you'd want a balance of speed and torque, and to do that, you'd have to experiment with different sprocket sizes, which means spending more money and time.
eventually, a heavier guy can get to (almost) the same speed, but it just takes longer to build up the momentum.
i run a 30t, and it works great for everything, hills, etc.
ideally, you'd want a balance of speed and torque, and to do that, you'd have to experiment with different sprocket sizes, which means spending more money and time.
