-1 Front Sprocket

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  1. bradt

    bradt Elite Member

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    Have noticed a few of you opting for a -1 tooth front sprocket, will this effect the accuracy of the speedometer ?
     
  2. Gilesy

    Gilesy Elite Member

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    Think it does.. At lower speed it's probably not that far out.. I got 37 on my tom tom app vs 40 speedo..
     
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  3. Slick

    Slick Elite Member

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    Asked this question myself and yes is the answer.

    The speedo will under read (more than with the standard set up).

    My chain is on the way out so deciding a sprocket change too. I'm siding on +2 on the rear only but might need a slightly longer chain.

    Been told -1 on the front stresses the chain more and ultimately wears out both sprocket and chain quicker, fine I guess if you don't do too many miles.
    I want a little more go but do a tonne of miles per year so +2 on the rear I think makes more sense.
     
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