Sprocket changes and opions

So I'm looking for opinions on changing sprockets on my 6th gen. I can't decided whether to do front or both. I'm lookin for some more bite, and want to know what has been done and what works well to fit what I want. I've read mostly stuff where people only changed the front and that seems great but would both be better. So if you have done this I'd like to hear whats been done thanks.

 

I ran 1 tooth down from stock on the front and didn't like it. First gear was to low though it was nice in stop and go traffic but who wants to ride in that. I found the lower gearing wasn't good enough to justify the crappy gas milage. I much preferr stock

Here is a link where you can see what spocket changes can do for you.
http://http://www.gearingcommander.com/

 

http://vfrworld.com/forums/6th-gene...changing-sprockets-screw-vtec.html#post240365

http://vfrworld.com/forums/general-...will-more-teeth-actually-help.html#post226069 :smile:

 

Probably the most bang for the buck mod you can make. How far you take it will depend on your riding. I have done both front and rear at different times, and came to prefer a +2 rear. This set-up still allowed for some range and acceleration in 120+ mph sweepers. If that's not something you're into than a -1 front will improve the mids that much more, however, if givin the choice between a -1 front or a +3 rear, I would choose the +3 set-up. Keep in mind that you're going to need to keep an eye on chain length when you go +2, and you will most certainly need a longer chain at +3.

 

I initially had a -1 front and +3 rear set-up. Since I ride about every day that I can throughout riding season, I was more concerned with gas mileage. I changed to a stock rear, and a +1 front. I now regularly get between 48-50 MPG if I keep it below 7000 RPM. Didn't notice anything significant enough to be a deterrant in handling.

 

went -1 in the front sprocket. it is more responsive and it is easier to do slow speed manuevers and starting from a stop. main gripe is that sometimes when i am just cruising in 3rd gear, the bike will buck forward.

if i am accelerating in third it is fine. i guess 3rd is too high a gear for the speed of 30-40 mph (can't remember exact speed it occurs)? just that i don't remember that ever happening before when the gears were stock.

i have researched gearing before i did mine and i don't remember anyone mentioning the symptoms i am having. still, i don't think i will go back to stock. i f anything, i may try stock front and +2 rear when it is time to replace my chain.

 

I went -1/+2 for the track and used the torque to beat modern 600s, but for the road I run +0/+2 which I think is ideal... go to gearingcommander.com to see the combos

 

-1/+2 definitely a 600 killer.

 

Hey JTC , where do you live in SoCal ? Just purchased a 2002 after not having a bike for 8 years . Looking for some new riding buds , all my friends now ride Harleys . I live in Simi

 

Sprocket center has a gearing chart. Read it it will help your decsion. Basically +2 rear will give yo the best of what you are lookiing for

Link Sprocket Center

 

Yes. You sould add a speedo healer. It is like $110

 

I'm running a -1F and +2 rear. Started with all stock and had noticeable increase with surging/bucking at 2500-3500, with steady throttle, at lower speeds (20-40). Have since added FMF Apex exhaust and pcIII W/O2 elims. The surging is even worse, now. I'm hoping a custom tune at a dyno will cure it, but if it doesn't, I'll probably go to just the +2 rear. I'm not big on the 120mph sweepers, but I like pulling hard out of corners in low speed twisties. -1F and +2R definitely makes the "all-out" launches from a light a lot more fun, too!

 

Hey joshbea6...when you say handling, are you also talking about excelleration, shifting, willingness to rev? I, like you, ride year round and am thinking really hard on the 17/43 or even a 17/44 to stretch my tank...but I don't want to slouch out my girl. Did you noticed a significant amount of clutch slippage? How are the vibes? Did you feel like you bike gained weight from the gearing change? I know its a lot of questioning, but you seem to be one of the few who have gone +1 up front and I'd like as much feedback as you can give me. I run the superslab too much...hence the mileage concern (I'm a Clydesdale and carry alot of things at times when I ride). But I'll also drive 1.5 hours just to hit the twistes hard...hence not totally wanting to take all the bite away. Help a bro out with some more info...:team2:

 

I still get great acceleration with the +1 front and stock rear. It doesn't feel to me as if the bike gained any weight. If I stay below 7K on acceleration, I get close to 48mpg.

 

Thank you very much for the info. I'm pulling the trigger on this. I figure I'll get the 17/44 combo and use the 17/43 and if that's not to my liking, I'll pop on the 44 rear as a happy medium.
Ride safe bro and again...I appreciate the feedback!!!

 

Also, the 17/43 almost totally corrects the speedo error, correct?

 

+1 (18T) on front plus a healer...4500 rpms at 70mph.