final drive ratio

[geezer]

I changed the gearing ratio in the primary by putting a bigger sprocket on the clutch hub. It was a 46 tooth stock and I went to a 53 tooth lowering the gearing by around 15%. Now I can ride in 6th gear at 60 mph and it's running 2450 rpm. My speedo wasn't affected because the ratio is changed in front of the tranny but I did loose my 6th gear light.

 

[BikeSAG]

I agree with not changing a thing. On my 2007 when riding up and down in hills I leave it in 5th unless doing 70MPH. I've rode 60 miles + on some trips all in 5th gear due to the terrain. Use the gears!

 

[medechant]

still thinking about it, like the idea of changing sprocket on clutch, in primary, that would keep my speedometer in tact. just think things could can be better than stock!