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Old 27-08-08, 09:21 AM   #7
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Default Re: rear sprocket size

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Originally Posted by Stu View Post
Alternatively std front sprocket is 15T & the opposite smaller front sprocket will increase acceleration & reduce top speed - it will have 3 times the effect, or equivalent to going up 3t on the rear.
Just a bit of due warning about doing this - reducing one tooth on the front sprocket greatly increases the wear on the chain, and front sprocket - and therefore the rear chainring as well.
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