Can you explain what exactly needs to be removed to put a 14T on the front of the 959, and why it's such a headache? Thanks
Can you explain what exactly needs to be removed to put a 14T on the front of the 959, and why it's such a headache? ThanksYeah, the rear is easy, takes 15 minutes start to finish, the front is a pain in the ***, the front sprocket requires a ton of things to be removed and pulled out to get it out.
For that reason I went with +3 on the rear, and used that as an excuse to get a gold chain so that I could have it +2 links from stock, in order to keep the stock wheelbase with the larger rear sprocket.
Whereas -1/+2 the sprocket sizes sorta cancel each other out and keeps the wheelbase largely the same. Chain costs more than a front sprocket, but it was an easier install and looks better.![]()
The sprocket cover, the shifter linkage and the entire assembly that the shock attaches to... that all needs to come off so that you can get enough room to slide the sprocket off. That shock and mounting assembly is under a lot of pressure, and so it can very easily shift out of place, and make it a real pain to get back on.Can you explain what exactly needs to be removed to put a 14T on the front of the 959, and why it's such a headache? Thanks
I don't thing I'll be cutting/replacing the chain. I put a 14T front sprocket on my 2016 Monster 1200R, and had to remove some shifter/footpeg mounting stuff to get it done. I'm embarrassed to ask, as I've always had belt driven bikes, but can I simply remove remove a link pin from the stock chain to separate it, install the 14T, then reassemble the chain (you know, like a bicycle)? ThanksThe sprocket cover, the shifter linkage and the entire assembly that the shock attaches to... that all needs to come off so that you can get enough room to slide the sprocket off. That shock and mounting assembly is under a lot of pressure, and so it can very easily shift out of place, and make it a real pain to get back on.
Now, if you are also replacing the chain, then it's not an issue, as you will be cutting the chain and can pull off the front sprocket without removing that shock assembly... Just the cover and shifter, which is pretty easy...
If you know the exact model of chain and can get the proper master link for it, then yes, you can cut the chain and re-rivet it together. Never use clip style chains on a motorcycle.I don't thing I'll be cutting/replacing the chain. I put a 14T front sprocket on my 2016 Monster 1200R, and had to remove some shifter/footpeg mounting stuff to get it done. I'm embarrassed to ask, as I've always had belt driven bikes, but can I simply remove remove a link pin from the stock chain to separate it, install the 14T, then reassemble the chain (you know, like a bicycle)? Thanks
I've got the 14T for the front of my 959.The sprocket cover, the shifter linkage and the entire assembly that the shock attaches to... that all needs to come off so that you can get enough room to slide the sprocket off. That shock and mounting assembly is under a lot of pressure, and so it can very easily shift out of place, and make it a real pain to get back on.
Now, if you are also replacing the chain, then it's not an issue, as you will be cutting the chain and can pull off the front sprocket without removing that shock assembly... Just the cover and shifter, which is pretty easy...
It was a total pain in the *** so I gave up on it, did a +3 rear sprocket and longer chain instead... Accomplished the same thing and much easier.I've got the 14T for the front of my 959.
I understand it's a hassle to install. The only thing that's stopping me are your comments about the rear shock being difficult to remove/reinstall.
Is this a 1 man job? Can you offer any tips/tricks for getting it done?
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It was a total pain in the *** so I gave up on it, did a +3 rear sprocket and longer chain instead... Accomplished the same thing and much easier.
mmm... weren't the guys above saying the front sprocket is a PITA changing the front sprocket? Or are they referring to the 899 whilst you're talking about the 959?...If you have a new 959, then a 14T is a good cheap option including labor.
mmm... weren't the guys above saying the front sprocket is a PITA changing the front sprocket? Or are they referring to the 899 whilst you're talking about the 959?
The sprocket cover, the shifter linkage and the entire assembly that the shock attaches to... that all needs to come off so that you can get enough room to slide the sprocket off. That shock and mounting assembly is under a lot of pressure, and so it can very easily shift out of place, and make it a real pain to get back on.
In doing this, the rear wheel was off the ground, spinning freely?I have solid mount pegs, so all I did was put jack stands under them instead of the rear stand. No pressure on the shock at all.
Rear wheel off the ground. The shock in not under pressure so much as the weight of the bike is on it. if you support the bike by the pegs or other method the weight of the wheel will be on the shock mount vs the weight of the bike on the shock mount. you can easily support the weight of the wheel to remove the linkage.In doing this, the rear wheel was off the ground, spinning freely?
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Having just done this, I would have to disagree.You definitely do not need to touch the shock period! If you loosen the rear axle nut and allow the axle blocks to move forward creating plenty of slack in the chain before to attempt to remove the sprocket you will have enough room to get the job done . I have done this myself no need to get the wheel in the air.