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Sprocket size

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dig dug mx6

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Ok I am switching to a Katana rear wheel that came with a 530 sprocket which is great for me since its one less part I need. THe question I have is that its a 27 tooth and mine is currently a 26. I am assuming that this will not make a big difference, but I could be wrong. Either way I will either need a new chain or a different sprocket.

BTW I need some late model Katana parts. http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum/showthread.php?p=376097#post376097
 
First, a 27 tooth rear sprocket sounds really small, I think the 700 comes stock with a 45 tooth rear. Second, a 1 tooth difference won't make a noticable difference. Third, if the sprocket is brand new, you could just get a chain, but if it has any miles on it, buy both chain and sprockets, or your chain will wear out fast.
 
You'll need to drop down to at least a 42 on the rear or up to a 15 on front. The smaller diameter radial will change the overall gearing quite a bit. I run a 16 front and a 42 rear.
 
lhanscom said:
First, a 27 tooth rear sprocket sounds really small, I think the 700 comes stock with a 45 tooth rear.
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Yah I'm stupid. :oops: It has a 45 stock and the one on the new wheel is a 46. I don't know the age of the new sprocket and my chain is older so I will probably do both.

Billy Ricks said:
The smaller diameter radial will change the overall gearing quite a bit.
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120/90-17 to 140/80-17 The diameter isn't different or am I missing something.
 
If you're going bias then don't be as radical, maybe just use a 15 up front. You can find radials to fit that wheel in a 140 width.
 
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