16-Tooth Front Sprocket & Clutch Wear

[Dirt_McGert]

Will the slightly larger 16-tooth front sprocket cause the clutch to work harder/wear quicker? If it would, I would say it would cause minimal extra wear, but who knows.

P.S. With the new sprocket, I've noticed in 3rd-5th gear (especially 4th & 5th) a noise coming from the front sprocket area whenever I apply throttle. It sounds similar to say a metal washer thats spinning and sliding across another piece of metal. I made sure to bend the lock washer, so it's not that. Could it be the chain sides rubbing against the new sprocket, which doesn't have the rubber pieces? It also could be that the sound was there before, but I never noticed it. Next time you go for a ride, take a listen and tell me if you guys hear anything. Again, it's only when the tranny is engaged and I'm apply throttle. It's really only noticeable in 4th and 5th gear. It's not LOUD, but it's noticable.