Searching and reading multiple threads did not help much so I thought I would just ask.
2005 750 with no engine mods, currently running factory sprockets. I want to lower the highway speed RPMs but do not want to go overboard.
Looking at the gearingcommander.com page, it appears that going with a 16 in front and a 42 in the rear gives a 715 RPM decrease at 75 MPH. However, the same-tooth same-link calculation takes a crap big time. However, if I remove 1 link from the chain the length calculation is improved AND the same-tooth same-link calculation improves dramatically.
With that said, do any of you guys have real world riding experience with a taller gearing setup ?
Driveability around town ?
Riding on two lanes through the mountains ?
Interstate long haul ?
MPG increase or decrease observed when cruising on the Interstate ?
Increased or decreased chain / sprocket wear ?
Is there a reason why removing a link would be bad ?
I am planning a big trip and will be mixing stretches of Interstate and back country highways with routes in the mountains and such. I am hoping to reduce engine RPM at highway speeds to lower the "buzz" factor a bit and maybe pick up a little MPG increase too.
Thanks in advance for help / guidance / experience sharing / etc.
2005 750 with no engine mods, currently running factory sprockets. I want to lower the highway speed RPMs but do not want to go overboard.
Looking at the gearingcommander.com page, it appears that going with a 16 in front and a 42 in the rear gives a 715 RPM decrease at 75 MPH. However, the same-tooth same-link calculation takes a crap big time. However, if I remove 1 link from the chain the length calculation is improved AND the same-tooth same-link calculation improves dramatically.
With that said, do any of you guys have real world riding experience with a taller gearing setup ?
Driveability around town ?
Riding on two lanes through the mountains ?
Interstate long haul ?
MPG increase or decrease observed when cruising on the Interstate ?
Increased or decreased chain / sprocket wear ?
Is there a reason why removing a link would be bad ?
I am planning a big trip and will be mixing stretches of Interstate and back country highways with routes in the mountains and such. I am hoping to reduce engine RPM at highway speeds to lower the "buzz" factor a bit and maybe pick up a little MPG increase too.
Thanks in advance for help / guidance / experience sharing / etc.
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