Emgo sprocket quality?

Hi all,

I'm trying to build up the courage to dig in and replace my gearbox sprocket -- I think there's probably a 23T on there now as the previous owner had a 16" wheel on the back. It's more than a little overgeared now that I've put a stock rear wheel on.

So I'm looking at different sprockets & am wondering about people's experience with Emgo sprockets. Good/bad/otherwise? The price seems attractive, but if they're really poor quality it's just not worth my time to use one. Anyway, please feel free to share your experiences.

Thanks,
Mike

1973 Commando 750

I know nothing about Emgo sprokets but considering the amount of work it is to get in there I think Id'e buy the best quality one I possibly could. I'm wondering with the stock wheel size & a 23 tooth, how fast are you going say at 4,000 rpm in 4th gear???

I agree with gtsun. I've got some Emgo handlebars that are OK quality. But, I can change them in about 15 minutes. Can't say that about a front sprocket, and it's more than a little bit hard to keep an eye on how it's wearing. Some Emgo stuff is OK, but I think in this case, buy the best you can buy.

Maybe this is easier said than done. Prices for sprockets seem to vary from $35 to $70 and most suppliers don't list a manufacturer. I've emailed a few and hope to find out what brand they carry.

That said does anyone have experience with Emgo sprockets?

gtsun said:

I'm wondering with the stock wheel size & a 23 tooth, how fast are you going say at 4,000 rpm in 4th gear???

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That's a good question, and if I had a speedometer cable I could probably give you an answer! If it stops raining anytime soon I'll try to take my GPS with me on a ride to see. I can tell you that I very rarely use 4th gear on the backroads around here.

With my 19" wheel and a 19 tooth sprocket at 4K in 3rd I'm doing about 50. I would imagine a 23 tooth would be about 65? I too spend a lot of time in 3rd. The vibes are better there.

Dave
69S