Re: Install a 16 Tooth Front Sprocket
 

The obvious (smart assed) answer is: You fiddled the tension screws the wrong way.......which is right but not very helpful when you have a mental block as to how it works.

Hopefully after a short break, you will go back to it and see the obvious problem and move right along. If not, someone who still has a GZ will have to help. If I try from memory, I will probably confuse matters worse.

Re: Install a 16 Tooth Front Sprocket
 

YOu need to turn adjusters to the "LEFT" to loosen the chain,turn "RIGHT" to tighten.

Re: Install a 16 Tooth Front Sprocket
 

Once you have turned the chain tensioning bolts to the left (counter clockwise) you will have to manually move / push the rear wheel forward to gain slack in the chain.

Also, put the sprocket on the chain before trying fit it back on the shaft.

Re: Install a 16 Tooth Front Sprocket
 

Everyone is missing the key factor. After turning the adjusters counter clockwise the tire will need a good swift kick to move it forward. Then you will have lots of slack and can proceed to tighten the chain properly. Been there done that.

Re: Install a 16 Tooth Front Sprocket
 

Baha! That's what I was looking for! After a good kick forward my new sprocket is installed and ready to go. I look forward to testing it tomorrow. Haha when in doubt, kick it.

Thanks everybody for the responses, lord knows I learned everything about my bike thanks to these forums and community. :2tup:

Re: Install a 16 Tooth Front Sprocket
 

Good luck,hope you like the 16t sprocket!

:rawk: :rawk:

Re: Install a 16 Tooth Front Sprocket
 

Just took it out for a spin today, not only was it absolutely gorgeous out but my god did that sprocket make a difference! I tried it out on side streets, freeway, and hills and loved every bit of it. As a a pretty lite guy (around 140) it's a world of improvement. Thanks everybody for the help!

Re: Install a 16 Tooth Front Sprocket
 

That was my impression to.I weight about the same as you do.Glad you like it!

Re: Install a 16 Tooth Front Sprocket
 

Yea !!!
But then we KNEW you would. :biggrin:

You likely will find that it limits your top speed and hill climbing ability a bit but I found that to be an acceptable trade-off.

Re: Install a 16 Tooth Front Sprocket
 

Awesome. I've been looking to get a bit more out of my bike (Totally stock at the moment) and I think this may be the first thing I try.