sprockets

  1. Jtarnowski6

    Switching front and rear sprocket.

    Would it be a bad idea to switch around my front sprocket to the rear and vise versa? Want to experiment with gear ratios but I can’t find anything on how that would affect the performance, and whether or not it would destroy the bike. -78 Yamaha xs650
  2. A

    The latest and greatest (and stupid expensive) in lightweight components

    Just surfing the internet, looking at stuff I definitely don't need. But still fascinate me: Carbon fiber wheels. It is now possible to get a front wheel that weighs 2.5 kg/ around 5.5 lbs. From BST and others: https://blackstonetek.com/motorcycle-products/ Composite brake discs. Around HALF...
  3. L

    How to acheive lower RPM for highway riding

    I have a stock 78' xs650E that runs around 4000 rpm in 5th gear to do 60 mph but the highways around where I live require me to do around 70-75 mph in order to stay safe. Most of my daily riding is done around the city but on weekend road trips or the occasional commute to work the highway...
  4. blackapache

    Sprocket setup for 70-75mph

    Hey guys well its time to start thinking about sprockets and chains as Ive just about buttoned the engine all up. Im looking for something that'll run at 70-75mph and higher freeway speeds but something thats not crazy high in the rpms. i was thinking of getting the 31tooth rear to go with...
  5. Brencarp

    Performance - More Power AND Higher Top End??

    Hey guys, I'm looking for information on sprockets. I'm running everything stock now but I want to get some more top end speed from the bike without tuning the motor much. What are the recommendations on this? Anything specific anyone would suggest? Thanks!
  6. J

    Nylon rear sprocket?

    Hey guys it's my first time posting, so go easy on me. I didn't find this in my searches, but has anyone ever seen a nylon rear sprocket? I bought a 1980 special, which has been stored since 1988. I know the guy I bought it from well, and he is meticulous with maintenance. I have full records on...
  7. oldbmw1

    Smaller 15 or 16 tooth front sprocket?

    Riding the Barstow to Vegas dual sport on my 1971 xs650 desert sled. I would like to gear down with smaller front sprocket. Any 15 or 16 tooth available in stock 530 form? Thanks...
  8. howry

    Wanted - jackshaft parts help out.

    hi there guys, im looking for used parts to buy, if anyone got any. looking for those: 2 x XS650 Primary drive sprockets Transmission shaft from a xs650 found a cheaper way, and a guy that did that says it works just fine. def cheaper then buying from gary? but can still cost around...
  9. lidirtrider

    Spacers for 520 sprockes?

    If I go with 520 chain and sprockets, do I need any special spacers or anything? I thought I remembered reading somewhere about some spacers in order to get the correct clearance. Is it just a hardtail thing I'm thinking about? This will be installed on a 75' with a basically stock frame and...
  10. motorbreath

    Sprockets??

    I need to get new spockets and a chain, when i was looking they have the oem 17/34 tooth set, but i was curious as to what would change if i went to a higher rear sprocket like a 44t or 46t, also if i do go with one of those sprockets should i get a bigger of smaller sprocket for the front...
  11. P

    hardtail chain tensioners?

    ok there maybe be a thread on this already but i suck at searching for this stuff on this site, so i hardtailed my frame and plan on using the coventional or stock style chain tensioners but as you all or atleast many of you know the axle plates when you hardtail a bike are thinner than the...
  12. dlabkeeg

    Sprocket nut

    I'm having a hell of a time getting the sprocket nut off. Tried a two foot breaker bar with all my weight on it (I'm 220lbs). Hit it with a impact wrench, no good. Any tips? Oh, I got my handlebars in, I love em'.
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