16 T front sprocket

[Easy Rider]

Originally Posted by Water Warrior

I wonder if the GZ will only benefit with a 16T if a smaller lighter rider is on board ?? Any comments ??

Yes and no, it depends.

IMHO:
With a 16T front, it makes 5th gear (even more) an overdrive. This is only a problem if you use 5th gear in a stressful situation, like uphill, with a heavy load or at high speed. So..........if your riding habits are such that you seldom (try to) use 5th gear under one of those stressful conditions, then you should be OK.

More specific to your question: A heavy load should not be a problem ***IF*** most of your riding is on streets and roads that are flat and have a speed limit of 55 or less.