pismocycleguy
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Bamo,I had to remove two links. The sprocket was actually a fair amount smaller. As far as the acceleration, like I said in my other post, I felt no real difference in the feel of the pull. It accelerates just as hard if you want it to or you can lug it more and keep the rpm's down easier. I think the torque was under utilized in this bike and I actually feel like it accelerates harder because the torque gets more use and the gear lasts longer. I do not feel like I use the clutch anymore to get the bike going and even with my girlfriend on the back it pulls just as hard at all speeds. Not sure why Honda did not use the 39 to start with but in my opinion it is a great choice for those looking to drop rpm's.
Thanks for the follow up information. I'm only going with the 2 tooth reduction on my NC. That is the same sprocket reduction that I used on my 2011 Kawasaki Versys. It allowed me to at least get across the intersection before the need to shift to 2nd gear. I'm hoping for the same effect on the NC.