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[Jim Cunningham]

-----Original Message----- From: Jim Cunningham Sent: Monday, July 17, 2000 7:44 AM To: 'mpasuit' Subject: RE: 14 tooth sprocket Yea, that's about what I have found (5000rpm at 70) In my mind that's not huge, especially given that I rarely go above 65 mph. -----Original Message----- From: mpasuit [mailto:mpasuit@...] Sent: Friday, July 14, 2000 11:24 AM To: jimc@... Subject: 14 tooth sprocket I use a front sprocket that is one tooth smaller than stock (14 I believe)

> and it gives a little extra grunt for off road use. Doesn't make a

huge

> difference in rpm at highway speeds.

Not that I am denying your statement but.... I own a 1987 A1 with 6700 miles on it ( I've only had it for a month ). My two friends each own a 1999 A13. My bike ( with 14 tooth sprocket in front) runs 500 rpms higher at 70 mph. While they are at or below 4500 I am easily at or above 5000 . Maybe not huge , but I am switching back to a 15 in hopes of saving a little wear and tear on the motor.They have the stock 15 tooth sprockets in theirs KLRs.

[genekaren@worldnet.att.net]

I just changed my front sprocket to a 14 tooth. I don't care much about going over 65 mph and the engined "lugged" at slow speeds especially when I was riding double. When I had the 15 tooth sprocket I had 4000 rpms at 70 mph (indicated). After the change I had 4900 rpm at 70 mph (indicated). Realizing that everything is a compromise, I believe I have made a gain in performance for the type of riding that I do. Now, I can get more versatility, and use, of each gear before having to shift. The engine seems much happier at low speed. I still occassionally look for "sixth gear" at high speed, but I think the tradeoff was overwhelming beneficial. The sprocket cost about $24.00. I hope this helps everybody to make a decision about gearing based on their particular needs. Gene Brown

[Pierre Fortier]

----- Original Message ----- From: To: DSN_klr650@yahoogroups.com> Sent: Monday, May 28, 2001 10:57 AM Subject: [DSN_klr650] 14 tooth sprocket > I just changed my front sprocket to a 14 tooth. I don't care much > about going over 65 mph and the engined "lugged" at slow speeds > especially when I was riding double. When I had the 15 tooth > sprocket I had 4000 rpms at 70 mph (indicated). After the change I > had 4900 rpm at 70 mph (indicated). 70 Mph indicated at 4000 rpm...are you sure? anyway you can not get so much difference by adding or remove one tooth 14/15 = 93.3 % that mean if you get 4900 rpm at 70 mph with 14 tooths you had your engine rev about 4600 rpm (93% * 4900) with the 15 tooths

[Wendell L McCallie]

Sorry for 2 posts. I had to let everyone know I can spell sprocket. Hello all: I could use some imput from anyone who has put on a 14 tooth front sprocket. Will the bike still do 65-75 MPH at a decent RPM? Is there a good improvment in being able to slow down when the going gets tough in the woods or rocks? I wish Kawasaki had given us the five speeds we have up from neutral, and a super low gear below neutral. Can I wheellie? My Kawasaki dealer has one for about $20. Fred;s website shows a quality one for around $28. What''s the difference. I know----- 8 bucks. Thanks for any input: Wendell McCallie Dunlap, TN.

[Steve Hersant]

I tried to buy a 14 tooth sprocket locally and was told they are out of stock and he won't bring in "the cheap ones". Can someone recommend a good one and where to get it ? Can I reuse the nut and the washer with the bent edge and does the nut come off counter clockwise when facing it ( I remember a bad experience with a reverse thread bicycle pedal)? Steve BC Canada '04 KLR

[wannabsmooth1]

Steve, Righty tighty, lefty loosey. Call some guy named Fred www.arrowheadmotorsports.com He can tell you which sprocket to buy - and he has them. All the best, Eagle Mike --- In DSN_klr650@yahoogroups.com, "Steve Hersant" wrote:

> I tried to buy a 14 tooth sprocket locally and was told they are

out

> of stock and he won't bring in "the cheap ones". Can someone > recommend a good one and where to get it ? Can I reuse the nut

and

> the washer with the bent edge and does the nut come off counter > clockwise when facing it ( I remember a bad experience with a > reverse thread bicycle pedal)? > Steve > BC Canada '04 KLR

[Steve Hersant]

Rob Meredith showed up with our 14 tooth sprockets today. I let him down by not being able to get his counter shaft nut off. Mine came off fairly easily ( with a 2' cheater bar). I took a test ride and this addition has solved one of my 3 gripes with the KLR. It now pulls from a stop better and can take a 90 degree corner without downshifting to 1st, or lugging in second. It is much easier to ride slowly, as I have to do on gravel ( chicken -hit ). I think the 14 tooth sprocket would make the KLR a much easier bike to ride for someone just starting out, and if you aren't concerned with top speed, it seems a more practical choice. I would even consider a slightly larger rear sprocket. Is there an alternative to the crappy, bent washer that locks the nut ? And I'm glad I did this change as I found the axle nut really tight, and doubt I could have loosened it on the road (2004 KLR)with the tools I carry. Old bicycle frames provide a source for excellent, light weight cheater bars. Steve

[rmeredith@shaw.ca]

you did not let me down!! You helped me out and now I know that it has to be loosened with a high-pressure thingy. You also helped me with my tank booty so now the mouse is gone! You did nothing wrong. -Lickme. --- In DSN_klr650@yahoogroups.com, "Steve Hersant" wrote:

> Rob Meredith showed up with our 14 tooth sprockets today. I let him > down by not being able to get his counter shaft nut off. Mine came > off fairly easily ( with a 2' cheater bar). I took a test ride and > this addition has solved one of my 3 gripes with the KLR. It now > pulls from a stop better and can take a 90 degree corner without > downshifting to 1st, or lugging in second. It is much easier to ride > slowly, as I have to do on gravel ( chicken -hit ). > I think the 14 tooth sprocket would make the KLR a much easier bike > to ride for someone just starting out, and if you aren't concerned > with top speed, it seems a more practical choice. I would even > consider a slightly larger rear sprocket. Is there an alternative to > the crappy, bent washer that locks the nut ? And I'm glad I did this > change as I found the axle nut really tight, and doubt I could have > loosened it on the road (2004 KLR)with the tools I carry. > Old bicycle frames provide a source for excellent, light weight > cheater bars. > Steve

[Chris]

On Mon, Jul 12, 2004 at 01:39:00AM -0000, Steve Hersant wrote:

> Rob Meredith showed up with our 14 tooth sprockets today. I let him > I think the 14 tooth sprocket would make the KLR a much easier bike > to ride for someone just starting out, and if you aren't concerned > with top speed, it seems a more practical choice.

I agree absolutely, made getting back to riding FAR easier when I did the swap. Took the awkward gap between first and second and another where 3rd was odd at 30mph or so. Puts power where it feels right, particularly with all the local crusing around that I do. 99.99% of my riding is < 65mph and I highly recommend the 14t for that. -- ___ ______ _____ __ ________ ___ / _ |< < / == / ___/__ / /_ /_ __/ / __ ____ _ ___ /__ \ / __ |/ // / ****/ (_ / _ \/ __/ / / / _ \/ // / ' \/ _ \ /__/ /_/ |_/_//_/ == \___/\___/\__/ /_/ /_//_/\_,_/_/_/_/ .__/ (_) 8600 miles*Russel Lines*Supertrapp Race* /_/ http://www.kingsqueak.org/klr650/

[rsanders30117]

I've been using a 14 tooth sprocket for the last 10k miles & it works very well for me. I do replace it at every rear tire change because I find that it they wear pretty rapidly & a worn sprocket is death to my expensive chain. Regarding the removal of the counter sprocket nut. KLR's are know to be extremely hard to remove this nut the 1st time. I had to cut mine off with a drimel tool after damaging those puny little CS nut flats, not a pretty picture. Since then, I've had absolutely no problem removing the nuts I've installed.

--- In DSN_klr650@yahoogroups.com, Chris wrote: > On Mon, Jul 12, 2004 at 01:39:00AM -0000, Steve Hersant wrote: > > Rob Meredith showed up with our 14 tooth sprockets today. I let him > > > I think the 14 tooth sprocket would make the KLR a much easier bike > > to ride for someone just starting out, and if you aren't concerned > > with top speed, it seems a more practical choice. > > I agree absolutely, made getting back to riding FAR easier when I did > the swap. Took the awkward gap between first and second and another > where 3rd was odd at 30mph or so. Puts power where it feels right, > particularly with all the local crusing around that I do. > > 99.99% of my riding is < 65mph and I highly recommend the 14t for that. > -- > ___ ______ _____ __ ________ ___ > / _ |< < / == / ___/__ / /_ /_ __/ / __ ____ _ ___ /__ \ > / __ |/ // / ****/ (_ / _ \/ __/ / / / _ \/ // / ' \/ _ \ /__/ > /_/ |_/_//_/ == \___/\___/\__/ /_/ /_//_/\_,_/_/_/_/ .__/ (_) > 8600 miles*Russel Lines*Supertrapp Race* /_/ > http://www.kingsqueak.org/klr650/