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After 22k miles on my 2009 848 the time has come to renew the chain... it still 'seems' okay, but I've been bragging too much about its longetivty lately at the track, and as a result have heard many horror stories about chains breaking at high speeds (I do have a Cox Racing chain guard, but I still do not want to experience this).
So, after a lot of research, I decided to go with a new AFAM quick change carrier. I am sticking with (a new) 15t sprocket in the front, and purchased 39t and 41t sprockets for the rear. My plan is to remain stock at 15/39 for now, and probably throw on the 41t when I go to PittRace, which is a short, but quick track that has no long straights.
Regarding my stock set-up, here's what the manual says:
15t front/39t rear
525 GXW chain
No. of links: 97 + 1 joining link
In preparation for this install, I have researched this topic here a great deal, maybe too much, because now I am a little confused. Shazam and Pat, I hope you guys have a minute to chime in here.
QUESTIONS:
1. Should I change the new chain length from 98 links to 100 links to accomodate for the 41t rear sprocket when I switch to it later?
2. During my research, I saw various comments regarding the neccessity to adjust the ride height if two links are added to the chain. My ride height rod is fixed and not adjustable... what's the best way to approach this?
Thanks in advance for your help!
Charles
So, after a lot of research, I decided to go with a new AFAM quick change carrier. I am sticking with (a new) 15t sprocket in the front, and purchased 39t and 41t sprockets for the rear. My plan is to remain stock at 15/39 for now, and probably throw on the 41t when I go to PittRace, which is a short, but quick track that has no long straights.
Regarding my stock set-up, here's what the manual says:
15t front/39t rear
525 GXW chain
No. of links: 97 + 1 joining link
In preparation for this install, I have researched this topic here a great deal, maybe too much, because now I am a little confused. Shazam and Pat, I hope you guys have a minute to chime in here.
QUESTIONS:
1. Should I change the new chain length from 98 links to 100 links to accomodate for the 41t rear sprocket when I switch to it later?
2. During my research, I saw various comments regarding the neccessity to adjust the ride height if two links are added to the chain. My ride height rod is fixed and not adjustable... what's the best way to approach this?
Thanks in advance for your help!
Charles
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