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Title: simple things that make a big difference (Chain adjustment)
Post by: jag69 on July 17, 2004, 08:54:32 AM

If you haven't inspected your drive chain slack ....... DO IT! It makes a big difference. I just adjusted my chain this morning and the difference in smoothness is incredible. I will need to buy a new chain and sprockets soon. Can anyone list the pros and cons of moving to a 15T front sprocket.

Thanks

Title: simple things that make a big difference (Chain adjustment)
Post by: pizzleboy on July 17, 2004, 09:09:40 AM

Pro: Drops the powerband a little to make some more useable power in the midrange

Con: higher RPMs on the highway.

Title: simple things that make a big difference (Chain adjustment)
Post by: Richard UK on July 18, 2004, 03:28:08 AM

Proper chain tension can make a big difference to how smooth and easy the gear change is.

Title: simple things that make a big difference (Chain adjustment)
Post by: BRB96Z34 on July 18, 2004, 06:18:57 AM

Yeah, when I put my wheels back on after the tire change, gear changes do seem a lot smoother and no jerking at all now. I guess it was too loose before.

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