1972 T250 sprocket/gearing question
Posted: Tue Jan 19, 2016 9:02 pm
Hello all. As I continue with my T250 project I have a question regarding sprockets. My bike is currently fitted with a 37 tooth rear sprocket and the stock 14 on the counter shaft. The rear is badly worn.
I have a 38 tooth in new condition from a T350 wheel that I would like to use.
But stock is 14/41.
My question is --- will the 38 be too tall for this bike? Its quite a jump from a 41 and I don't want to render 6th gear totally useless or require excessive clutch slipping to get underway.
(I've never ridden this bike, purchased in disassembled, non running state)
I'm prepared to purchase a new 41 if I have to but they don't seem to be readily available through my local suppliers and besides, budget wise I'd sure like to use the 38 I've got and put the cash towards other needed bits.
Thanks!
Relic
I have a 38 tooth in new condition from a T350 wheel that I would like to use.
But stock is 14/41.
My question is --- will the 38 be too tall for this bike? Its quite a jump from a 41 and I don't want to render 6th gear totally useless or require excessive clutch slipping to get underway.
(I've never ridden this bike, purchased in disassembled, non running state)
I'm prepared to purchase a new 41 if I have to but they don't seem to be readily available through my local suppliers and besides, budget wise I'd sure like to use the 38 I've got and put the cash towards other needed bits.
Thanks!
Relic