high winds and coasting issue

[Mike Torst]

> -----Original Message----- > From: mike chartier [mailto:suzanchartier@...] > Subject: [DSN_klr650] front sprocket > > hey folks > its me again > i was wanting to know if the 16t front sprocket will drop my rpms > enough at 80mph to keep the engine from winding out like im in 4th > gear? > would the bike pull that fast if i also put on a 41t rear?

Just stick w/ the 16t idea - figure 5k rpm for about 80mph. Works very well. Mike Torst Las Vegas

[garalpar@webtv.net]

Hi Mike, I ran a 16 tooth front today and at 4,500 rpm`s = 66.7 mph on my gps w/ stock tires GARY PARECE ,98 Concours 101k , 2001 VFR 4K mi.,2002 Suzuki DRZ 400 E, 2001 KLR 650 1K

[philipnoyb]

Mike, I use a 16t for highway stuff and a 15t for mountains/trails. The 16t really made the bike behave much better at sustained speeds. I'm practicing how fast I can change sprockets so it becomes fairly routine when doing a day of trail riding or off road stuff. I've found the 16t just doesn't give enough low end torque for anything but the slab. Get Jake's CS nut and you're good to go for swapping. Philip A-15 Redondo Beach --- In DSN_klr650@yahoogroups.com, "mike chartier" wrote:

> hey folks > its me again > i was wanting to know if the 16t front sprocket will drop my rpms > enough at 80mph to keep the engine from winding out like im in 4th > gear? > would the bike pull that fast if i also put on a 41t rear?

[hens_p]

--- In DSN_klr650@yahoogroups.com, "Conall" wrote:

> Not sure, if you want to get technical there is a program called > gearcalc. Haven't used it myself, maybe someone else can comment on > the functionality of gearcalc. > > http://racingdownloads.com/racing_software.html

Or... support your long term KLR lister buddy and get the free IronJungle original GearCalc SW at: http://home.austin.rr.com/ironjungle/gc_scr.html Pat

[David S Samuels]

I just received a new 16 tooth front sprocket for my 99 KLR 650. Before, I attempt to replace the existing sprocket without any know how or true mechanical ability, could somepne please steer me in the right direction. As in, a step by step procedure. I can do basic maintenance on the bike, oil changes, change tires, etc., but am a little nervous about what needs to be done to replace the sprocket. Just want to make sure that I do not miss something or do something wrong, the first time around. Thanks Dave Samuels

[Fred Hink]

First remove the sprocket cover. Bend flat the locking washer on the counter shaft sprocket. Loosen the nut on the counter shaft sprocket with a 1 1/16" socket and long breaker bar. From the right side of the bike put your right foot on the rear brake pedal, bend over the seat (where's Jennifer when we need her?) and lift the breaker bar to bust loose the nut. Loosening this nut for the first time is a real eye opener. It is real tight and takes lots of effort. Be careful to not have the socket slip off the nut and you should be fine. Next, loosen the chain by adjusting the axle all the way forward. You can then remove the front sprocket and replace it with the new one and have the writing on the outside facing you. Tighten up the nut to about 65 ft. lbs. and lock down the locking washer. Replace the sprocket cover, adjust your chain according to specs, tighten your axle and you are done. Pretty easy job if you can get that nut busted loose the first time. Good luck! Fred http://www.arrowheadmotorsports.com http://www.angelfire.com/ut/moab/cmc.html

----- Original Message ----- From: "David S Samuels" To: DSN_klr650@yahoogroups.com> Sent: Sunday, February 29, 2004 5:05 PM Subject: [DSN_klr650] Re: Front Sprocket > I just received a new 16 tooth front sprocket for my 99 KLR 650. Before, > I attempt to replace the existing sprocket without any know how or true > mechanical ability, could somepne please steer me in the right direction. > As in, a step by step procedure. I can do basic maintenance on the > bike, oil changes, change tires, etc., but am a little nervous about what > needs to be done to replace the sprocket. Just want to make sure that I > do not miss something or do something wrong, the first time around. > > Thanks > > Dave Samuels > > > List sponsored by Dual Sport News at www.dualsportnews.com. List FAQ courtesy of Chris Krok at: www.bigcee.com/klr650faq.html > Unsubscribe by sending a blank message to: > DSN_klr650-unsubscribe@yahoogroups.com . > > > Yahoo! Groups Links > > > > > > >

[toddfouty]

I notice my chain is starting to wear into the plastic washer between the lock nut and front sprocket. Does this mean my sprocket and chain are wearing out. My bike has 7.5 k miles, have only adjusted the chain once since the bike was new. Thanks, Todd

[Carlos Rigdon]

I do not remember a plastic washer on the front sprocket. A rubber sound insulator on the back of the sprocket on the stock gear.

On 7/23/06, toddfouty wrote: > > I notice my chain is starting to wear into the plastic washer between > the lock nut and front sprocket. Does this mean my sprocket and chain > are wearing out. My bike has 7.5 k miles, have only adjusted the chain > once since the bike was new. Thanks, Todd > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

[Carlos Rigdon]

There is a lock washer behind the nut that you bend the tab down on to keep the nut from backing off on the factory gear. I have a 14t sprocket and a prevailing torque nut on mine now. I think the stock washer did have a few marks on it when the bike only had 1 or 2 k on it

On 7/23/06, Todd Fouty wrote: > > I purchased the bike new (04') and have not made any mods. to the > gearing. This is a flat disc that looks plastic, similiar to the material > the chain guides are made of. The chain has made small indentations where > the pins drop down below the teeth. > > > *Carlos Rigdon * wrote: > > I do not remember a plastic washer on the front sprocket. A rubber sound > insulator on the back of the sprocket on the stock gear. > > On 7/23/06, toddfouty wrote: > > > > I notice my chain is starting to wear into the plastic washer between > > > > the lock nut and front sprocket. Does this mean my sprocket and chain > > are wearing out. My bike has 7.5 k miles, have only adjusted the chain > > once since the bike was new. Thanks, Todd > > > > > > > > > > > ------------------------------ > Talk is cheap. Use Yahoo! Messenger to make PC-to-Phone calls. Great rates > starting at 1 /min. > http://us.rd.yahoo.com/mail_us/taglines/postman7/*http://us.rd.yahoo.com/evt=39666/*http://messenger.yahoo.com> > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

[G Smith]

Hi Folks, Does anybody have experience with doing a quick change of the front spocket on the side of the road? I'm in the early planning stages of a trip that requires a lot of high speed travel to get to my destination (the Yukon), then several days of backcountry dual sporting. I have had my bike on plenty of fire roads and lookout roads with heavy with a 15tooth front sprocket and it performed reasonably well. However I'm thinking with the long travel that's required to get from my place (Calgary) to the Yukon I'd like a 16 for the highway and 14 for the backcountry to make it easier for the stream crossings and hill climbs (of which there will be plenty [:D] ). If any of you have experience with this I'd appreciate knowing what you use and how you accomplish the swap and if you feel it is worth the trouble. Thanks Garrett [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]