Hi there i have a 2006 280 pro which is a little toofast when riding just on tickover. Can you tell me is the standard front sprocket 11t and if i put the 10t sprocket on that came with the bike do i have to remove a chain link or adjust the back wheel.

Cheers Russell

Hi there i have a 2006 280 pro which is a little toofast when riding just on tickover. Can you tell me is the standard front sprocket 11t and if i put the 10t sprocket on that came with the bike do i have to remove a chain link or adjust the back wheel.

Cheers Russell

Russell,

Probably yes on both counts. Some riders use the aftermarket snail adjusters as they give a wider range of axle pull-back and, depending on chain/sprocket condition, can compensate for the smaller countershaft sprocket. I think you'll find the 10T sprocket will help you a lot.

Jon

Hi Russell,

As Jon says, the bike works well with a 10T. From new, the standard length chain is fine with a 10T for about 20 trials or so then you can either fit the larger snail cams or take out 3 links and fit in a "half" link, which is 2 links long.

Bye, PeterB.