General questions about setting up for dirt racing

[yamaha28]

I have a bunch of questions about what to run on my blaster every time I look at it again. So this will be the thread where I ask all of those questions! I appreciate in advance all the help you guys will give me. On to questions!

1. What sprocket combo should I be running with 20x11 rear tires?
2. How long should my chain be for a +2 swinger?
3. What size chain, 520, 520 o-ring, 420?
4.What grips to you guys use?
5. Can I run a custom air filter setup like a air filter connected straight to the carb with a spacer? Or will that get to dirty?

That's it for now but I am sure there will be more later. Thanks!

 

[brandoz28]

1. i would try the 13/40 gearing with the 20 inch tires
2. you need to add 4 links to the stock length for the +2 swinger
3. for a racing app, I would use a standard 520 chain. It takes less power to turn versus an o-ring chain. I like a 520 o-ring for trail riding because they last longer.
4. I really like the OURY grips
5. I prefer an airbox setup, the pod filter with the velocity tube does work, but I like having it out of the way and protected a little more.


This is assuming that you're doing MX type racing.

 

[yamaha28]

1. i would try the 13/40 gearing with the 20 inch tires
2. you need to add 4 links to the stock length for the +2 swinger
3. for a racing app, I would use a standard 520 chain. It takes less power to turn versus an o-ring chain. I like a 520 o-ring for trail riding because they last longer.
4. I really like the OURY grips
5. I prefer an airbox setup, the pod filter with the velocity tube does work, but I like having it out of the way and protected a little more.


This is assuming that you're doing MX type racing.

yep, that's what I was looking for! I use the OURY grips for trail riding, but I don't know if they have enough grip for racing.

 

[brandoz28]

i wouldn't think you'd have any problems, I usually ride pretty aggressively, and I don't have any problems

 

[blasterbuddy200]

i cant awnser any others but i have pro taper pillow tops, i LOVE them, super grippy, especially with riding gloves and they dont wear out your fingers as easily as others

 

[brandoz28]

i cant awnser any others but i have pro taper pillow tops, i LOVE them, super grippy, especially with riding gloves and they dont wear out your fingers as easily as others

i've heard really good things about those! they aren't cheap though lol