14 tooth sprocket YES or NO

[Gramps]

 [moto]
Went for a ride today on my 08 S2R 1000 and had a great time on some twisty back roads. The bike has 400 miles on it so I kept it under 7,000 RPM. When I get to 600 miles I'll be bringing it to the dealer for the first service. I was planning on having them put on the 14 tooth sprocket  along with a peg lowering kit and a gear indicator unit. Now I'm not sure if I need the 14 sprocket or not. Anyone ever put on the 14 and then decide to go back to the 15? Those of you with the 14, would you do it again? Any information will be helpful.
                             Gramps

[trenner]

Switched from 15t to 14t, delighted.  First mod any new owner should undertake, in my opinion.

[stopintime]

Welcome to the DMF - you'll have a great time here

I have the stock 15 and don't plan on changing it. Yes, it would be quicker from a stand still. I don't need it to be, but that's me and my opinion.
As far as I understand; people who does this mod is very happy with it. It's a cheap mod, so why not try it out?

Which peg lowering kit are you putting on? Can you tell us more about the gear indicator unit - links?





BTW: I think this belongs in the "Accessories & Mods" (moderators will move it if they think so)

[aaronb]

14 tooth is good for more reasons than just acceleration.  i recently installed one because i am always between 5th and 6th gear when commuting to work (65-70 mph).  with the 14t i can now just leave it in 6th and the bike sits at a comfortable 4.5k.  a side benefit is the bike is also more docile at low speeds (under 25) on city streets around my home. 

i say go for it, you won't regret it. 

[SDR Mike]

Gramps, I've been told by some Ducati mechanics that although it is more expensive, it is better to change the rear sprocket. The smaller front sprocket puts more stress on the chain by making a smaller diameter to go around and also can cause some problems with the chain guide alignment.

[Xiphias]

Yes. It has been the best upgrade to my S2R.

Rob

[JoDuc]

Gramps, I've been told by some Ducati mechanics that although it is more expensive, it is better to change the rear sprocket. The smaller front sprocket puts more stress on the chain by making a smaller diameter to go around and also can cause some problems with the chain guide alignment.

+1 - up two in the rear is the equivilant of down one in the front. I heard this from a Duc tech as well. Most people opt to change the front because it's less expensive and you can do it yourself. On that note, I had the shop change me to a 14th in the front and it's much better around town, IE; no lugging at low speeds. Most people believe it should be geared this way from the factory.  Did mine at the 600 mile service and would do it again.

[psycledelic]

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I am curious about this also. 

As far as the 14 tooth sprocket goes,  after all that I have read and the guys that I have talked to, it is a must for my next mod. 

[herm]

i had a 14t put on before i took delivery of my 06 s2r1k
as stated, this is the way the bike should come from the factory (or 2 up in the rear for that matter i suppose)

[Duc L'Smart]

The 14 tooth front is a cheap easy mod, & will give you more ummpphhh down low, a little smoother around town. It's a little harder on your chain, which might not last as long (going up 3 teeth in the back is preferable, but more expensive) but it will make your beast much more rideable

[Buckethead]

The 14 tooth front is a cheap easy mod, & will give you more ummpphhh down low, a little smoother around town. It's a little harder on your chain, which might not last as long (going up 3 teeth in the back is preferable, but more expensive) but it will make your beast much more rideable

Have you changed the gearing on your Paul Smart? How is it? I love my Sport Classic, but I have a hard time going slower than about 20 mph smoothly. This is an issue as I live on a military base with some 15 mph zones between me and the front gate.

[MikeZ]

Put the 14 on now and when it's time to chane the chain and sprockets go back to 15 in front and up 2-3 in the back.

[krolik]

Put the 14 on now and when it's time to change the chain and sprockets go back to 15 in front and up 2-3 in the back.

+1 

Also change to a 520 chain/sprockets when you do it.

[Gramps]

Welcome to the DMF - you'll have a great time here

I have the stock 15 and don't plan on changing it. Yes, it would be quicker from a stand still. I don't need it to be, but that's me and my opinion.
As far as I understand; people who does this mod is very happy with it. It's a cheap mod, so why not try it out?

Which peg lowering kit are you putting on? Can you tell us more about the gear indicator unit - links?



Geartronic Gear indicator from Italy. Found it on E-Bay at Biker Zone Store. Wild Hair Motorcycle Accessiories from Germany.

BTW: I think this belongs in the "Accessories & Mods" (moderators will move it if they think so)

[ROBsS4R]

14 tooth sprocket YES or NO

YES