To high of a first gear for me, help??

[blake_mx_racer]

I race mx with my 450r and i was wondering if there is anything i can do to make the first gear not so high? I have heard that a 13t sprocket will work, is this true?



Blake

[450 Racer R]

You need first gear in mx? I think the stock gearing with 18's is perfect.

[dunebuggie66]

yes this is true. how often are you actually in first gear? with the 13 you should never be in first gear. start in 2nd gear.

[yamablaster24]

I have never been in first gear while racing, heck i never have used firrst gear on my 400ex i dont think ever

If im in a very technical section i will just pull the clutch in and feather it out of the turn.

[trx450Rrider]

if you think thats long. you should ride my mx450r, 18s with 15 front sprocket and 37 rear

[MR.BIG]

I would change your tires to 18"!

i just put in the stage 2 hot cam and an fcr carb, and a sparks full system on. i still have the stock gearing. that fixed the tall first gear. i am really impressed with the power now. i run 20 in razor2 tires and i can pull out in 2 nd gear.

[brandonpeake]

i run xc but i still run the 13 with a built motor, its more preference but the 18's will gear u down as well

[hondahoney]

The 13 tooth sprocket worked well for me. I like it a whole lot better.

[Waynno]

I dont see what the fuss is over the 450r first gear.
I noticed it was a bit tall the first time I rode it, but
was very comfortable with it after a only riding it
a very short time. If anything, I would rather have
another gear (6th) !!
Wayne

I think Honda went with tall gears to make up for the lack of a 6th gear.

To you guys that "never" use 1st gear.......

do you burn up your clutches often?