Triumphrat

Thefallenone · 11-26-2006, 04:46 PM

I'm considering changing the front sprocket on my 2002 RS. Can anyone help me out by finding the thread. Can I fit it without breaking the chain? Do I have to replace the tab washer?

Thanks

Kev

Haggis · 11-26-2006, 05:14 PM

You have to break the chain, so it's cheaper to get the dealer to do it, than to buy a chain breaker.

It's worth the money though - my bike feels much more responsive right out of the hole, and is easier to ride round town. Top end does take a hit, but you make it back up on hills and in acceleration.

steventhechef · 11-26-2006, 07:30 PM

Every one says that the changeover is fantastic and worth the minimal effort.

I'll do the change when I need a new chain and do it all together.

Have a look here

Inexpensive mods

Sport · 11-26-2006, 07:59 PM

Just ordered both an 18T and 19T. I'll be replacing the chain and sprockets next week and trying the 18T. I'll let ya all know another 18T swap impression.

BazzaST · 11-27-2006, 01:34 AM

Kev you don't have break the chain just back the adjustment off, much if its single sided swing arm, if not no problems.

No you do not have to replace the tab washer, that if you don't destroy it.

Changed my front sprocket without breaking the chain.

Nut size is 36mm.

Barry

stevecro · 11-27-2006, 02:28 AM

8mm socket gets plastic sprocket cover case off, then (as Bazza mentioned) use the 36mm socket and a decent lever.

Tab washer is re-useable and I managed to slip the old sprocket off and the new one on without further loosening the chain.

All you do then is adjust the chain afterwards. Half an hour should do you!

Thefallenone · 11-27-2006, 04:49 PM

I will get one ordered. I just need to source a 36mm socket. Bound to be able to borrow one from work and a decent breaker bar. I don't want to strain my torque wrench too much. If I am going to a smaller front sprocket I reckon I should be able to change it with the chain in situ. The abba stand will help.

My wife bought my my TOR Carbon can for Christmas. Cant wait to get it fitted by the dealer and the TOR tune downloaded.

Thanks all

Kev

DaveM · 11-27-2006, 05:36 PM

Thefallenone,
Don has summed up the 18 tooth sprocket very well when a long while back he said it was the simplest and most inexpensive way to gain a big improvement.

I believe THE Don was smash on.

Davem

dolson · 11-28-2006, 02:21 AM

And how long was I after you to do it Davie??? :hammer: :-D

Don

DaveM · 11-28-2006, 03:51 AM

Er well Donski,
you actually chased me for quite a while before I actually believed it could be that good!

But I did do it in the end and have never regreted it since.

It is a fantastic mod and it's so cheap and simple.

Once again thank you Don for pestering me into changing that pesky little sprocket. :razz:
I owe you one!

Davem