Sprocket kits/ Chain drive vs. belt

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11-08-2015, 05:18 PM

HDswitchback

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Sprocket kits/ Chain drive vs. belt

Any suggestions on sprocket kits to get the front wheel off the ground easier...

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11-11-2015, 11:17 AM

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24/55 chain..............30/72 belt

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11-12-2015, 05:51 AM

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You've got a heavy long wheelbase bike. If it is stock you're asking rather a lot to make the poor thing point to the sky! An S&S 124" should work just fine.....

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11-12-2015, 07:59 AM

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You've got a heavy long wheelbase bike. If it is stock you're asking rather a lot to make the poor thing point to the sky! An S&S 124" should work just fine.....

S&S 124" will just break the back tire loose, not lift the front