Re: Which Sprocket Combination?

Posted by Re-run on Mar 16, 2012; 4:43pm
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The 18/48 setup you have is already loading the engine. Most people change the front to a 17. People have reported issues with highway travel and the engine lugging with that combo and having to stay in 4th.
Really, at 70, you should be running at least 5K rpm. If vibration is the issue, install some bar ends to absorb some of it or get some titty grips or a foamy style grip.
Also, fuel economy suffers with the 18/48 ratio. Probably cause of the lugging.