Burning/Riding the clutch too much?

[Ddan]

A front sprocket is a front counter shaft sprocket except without the middle name.  Lots of different brands.  JT is good for the money, Superlight a (very little bit) lighter.  You can't go wrong with either.  The folks at CA Cycleworks will help you make your choice.  How many miles on the chain?  

Changing the sprocket is easy.  Unbolt slave cylinder.  Leave hydraulics attached.  Move aside and support.  Don't pull the lever  Remove the the small screws and retainer plate or big nut depending on design.  If it is a big nut it will be very tight.  An impact wrench will be helpful.  You also will have to bend down the tab on the washer.  Loosen chain.  Install new sprocket.  Adjust chain.  Make sure you tighten the axle adjusters after you tighten the axle.  Did I forget anything?

Torque specs are here:
http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=373.0

This video by Chris Kelley, owner of CA Cycleworks will help you with proper chain adjustment:
http://www.ducatitech.com/info/wheelchange.html

Just one change   

[ikillterrorists]

Thanks for all the info!

Supperduc says that after installing the 14T sprocket, he noticed a lot of wearing on the chain guide. Does everybody else has this experience? Is this a problem?

[ducpainter]

Thanks for all the info!

Supperduc says that after installing the 14T sprocket, he noticed a lot of wearing on the chain guide. Does everybody else has this experience? Is this a problem?

It's a concern. If you watch it and don't let the chain rub through it's a non issue.

I like going to a larger rear sprocket instead of the smaller front just because of that.

The larger rear is costlier though because you will likely need a longer chain.

[Stormtrooper]

I've only been on a 14T for a few days, but immedietely noticed the reduced need to slip and feather the clutch.  I feel this can only prolong the clutchs longevity.  I say try the 14t, it's cheap, easy, and nearly universally praised on these bikes

[Howie]

Thanks for all the info!

Supperduc says that after installing the 14T sprocket, he noticed a lot of wearing on the chain guide. Does everybody else has this experience? Is this a problem?

I think you will be fine as long as you don't raise the rear and keep the chain adjusted.  I also agree with DP about going up in the rear as well.  2 teeth up in the back will be a little less reduction than one in the front though.

Don't pull the lever

Thanks, Dan.

[ikillterrorists]

Well I did it...swapped out the sprockets and it feels great! However now it feels and sounds different when I'm cruising with the throttle closed and clutch in. Anybody get this? The best I can describe it is that it feels like a "rubbing". I Also posted about it here:

http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=61150.0

[Ddan]

Check your work, it's possible you've got the wrong front sprocket, or have it on incorrectly if there is an asymmetrical offset.