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slop in gearbox sprocket movement

Posted: Tue Feb 24, 2015 6:05 pm
by pauliboy
When changing gearbox sprocket even when tightened with the retaining plate I've noticed quite a bit of movement both inwards and outwards on the splines (therefore throwing chain alignment out) as well as a bit of rocking lateral movement as well, is this down to wear on the shaft (I hope not) or in the sprockets themselves ?

Re: slop in gearbox sprocket movement

Posted: Tue Feb 24, 2015 7:57 pm
by JanBros
more like in "it's normal" :wink:

can't tell from here how "bad" yours is, but the sprocket always has play and never feels "fixed" on the splines.

Re: slop in gearbox sprocket movement

Posted: Tue Feb 24, 2015 9:56 pm
by pauliboy
Thanks, thats a relief !!!

Re: slop in gearbox sprocket movement

Posted: Tue Feb 24, 2015 10:21 pm
by Luders
Based on the origin of your bike, I would guess it's fine.

Re: slop in gearbox sprocket movement

Posted: Tue Feb 24, 2015 11:46 pm
by KR-1R
I put a bend/bow in my plates this removes some of the play