Sprocket Ratios

[Piezak]

I am contemplating an NT1100. Took one for a test ride and liked it. Has anyone changed the sprocket ratios or considered doing so? Factory (as I’ve read) is 16T front and 40T rear.
I’ve thought about …
17T front & 40T rear
or
16T front & 38 or 39 rear.
I don’t ride fast and any loss of power wouldn’t be an issue for me. The additional range would be what I would hope to achieve.
Thanks for your thoughts.

 

[Woodaddict]

Been riding for 10 months, I see no need to change ratio. At 75 mph, RPM about 4,200. Remember this bike here in USA is only DCT. I don't want to mess with computer shifting points or possible change in front and rear wheel difference rpm. They have speed sensors on wheels for anti lock brakes.

Now you do have option for manual shifts all the time, or go into sport mode, 1 of 3 choices

With current ratio, even 75 mph highway speeds going to work, this bike can get 40-45 mpg, and the tank can get 210 miles before reserve