Upgrading My CFMOTO 800MT Explore: Installing a 42 Tooth Rear Sprocket for Better Gearing

Ready for a gear change?
In this video, I’ll show you step-by-step how to replace the rear sprocket on my CFMOTO 800MT Explore with a smaller 42 tooth sprocket.
This upgrade is designed to improve gearing and enhance the riding experience.
Watch as I walk you through the entire process, from removing the old chain and sprocket to installing the new setup and adjusting for optimal performance.
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[@800Adventures]

Link for the sprocket: www.mxstore.com.au/p/Supersprox-KTM-Husqvarna-Husaberg-Orange-Stealth-R/11S-KTM-40OG-c?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw_sq2BhCUARIsAIVqmQtK_IW5yr6wkI1RXlJOb3rad0fK2XEnepHOOy05VNe7nLd0QS1K6K0aAosuEALw_wcB Link for the chain: www.mcas.com.au/d.i.d-pro-strt-x-ring-520vx3-120zb520vx3120zb

[@s13nicotrico]

Glad to see that all my comments on Facebook pages about changing the sprocket setup improves the engines characteristics is starting to show 🙂 not only will the bike feel smoother, slightly reduce RPM and fuel consumption, it will also be a lot more “flowy” around turns because of the smoother feel. I have the exact same setup, and now the bike feels exactly how it should. Test it, and see for yourself 👌

[@800Adventures]

Yea definitely like the new feeling of the sprocket and chain, will have to keep and eye on the fuel economy and see if it improves much over time. I use fuel manager app to track fuel so will have pretty accurate results in a few months time as well

[@ivanrushtonthelonewolfrides]

nice video mate glad im not the only one who struggles his guts off on his own doing these jobs.i changed the front sprocket up one tooth to a 17 so i didnt struggle my ass off with the rear wheel need a gear puller to do it with though 4inch 2 or 3 prong one it does make a difference to the bike helps with the snatchy throttle but doesn't completely fix it . Guess we have to wait for the CF Gods to send us an updated map. Still cant understand why they can send a dash update but no fuel map crazy. Love your channel mate keep the vids coming.best wishes from the UK

[@800Adventures]

@@ivanrushtonthelonewolfrides yea they really need to do something, I want to get it tuned myself I think and see if they can work it out but I have learnt to live with it. Changing the rear sprocket is similar, it calms it down a little bit but doesn't completely remove it

[@stevesane800]

Great job champ. It will be interesting to see how long the rear sprocket lasts. Will you do a follow up video regarding gearing / rpm changes for others to investigate? That would be super. Cheers

[@800Adventures]

Ywa I need to get some data from a stock set up as I forgot to do it before I changed the set up, 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@andriejusradcenko2895]

Thanks for your channel!

[@peterk6666]

Can't believe you ground the pin while the chain was strapped to the swingarm. Best way to do it is while it's wrapped around the rear sprocket before you take the wheel out, that way you wouldn't have started to damage the swingarm, also it's best practice to change the front sprocket at the same time. Also when riveting the chain, do it while the new rear sprocket is fitted, that way you can put the new link in and join it together again without damaging the swingarm. That's not the correct way to use the tool to push the side plate on. Easy way to undo the bolts for the rear sprocket is to loosen them off while the wheel is still in the swingarm. Same as tightening them up later after you've fitted the wheel.

[@jesusnunez9866]

So... It's 42 for better speed cruising... Did I get that well ?

[@denisvincent3249]

Great video mate. Thanks. Question do you think it would be a good idea to do the front pocket as well?

[@800Adventures]

@@denisvincent3249 the front sprocket is fine and changing the teeth on it will just double up on the effects of lowering the rear one, you can do either sprocket I just went with the rear to replace it with the chain

[@jeremystagg8157]

Are you going to do a long term review of the bike, including how's the body coping with the long rides? Cheers.

[@800Adventures]

Yea i have a few things to cover off in the video just need to find time to put it together as it will be a pretty in depth one.

[@VasilisStMits]

Nice video!!did it work?because I need to change the chain on my 800 mt explore, and I am thinking about changing the sprocket too. Hail from Greece!!

[@DonaldLeduc-n3t]

Curious how many Km/miles did you have on that chain?

[@seanobrien5520]

Hi love your videos,, Let us know how it feels to ride with the 42 tooth sprocket

[@Peripolo11]

what is your conclusion, to the 42T sprocket, why you didn't go with 41T, this is better for ware(unpaid teeth number is better on an paired roller chain)?

[@800Adventures]

That was just what people have been changing to, so far i enjoy it. Drops the revs about 200rpm over the stock on. The main upgrade was the chain, it is holding up alot better than the stock one did.

[@jamiefredericksen1559]

By changing the back sprocket, do you have to get the speedometer recalibrated?

[@800Adventures]

No as the speed is detected off the wheel and not the RPM.

[@lookin4ward1]

With the new chain and smaller sprocket you didn't need to remove any links from the new chain?

[@800Adventures]

@@lookin4ward1 Na it all fit perfectly

[@lookin4ward1]

Perfect, throwing the new chain on in the next hour

[@lookin4ward1]

Can you check you got the correct parts link for the chain, just fitting mine now and its way too short the existing chain is 122 links?

[@800Adventures]

@@lookin4ward1 yea that is the correct length for the smaller sprocket, did you change to a smaller sprocket as well? You could also try flipping the chain adjustment blocks around the other way to get a bit more adjustment

[@lookin4ward1]

@@800Adventures Here is the answer I suspect :) the existing chain is 122 rollers (61 plates) this new chain is 114 rollers however the packet if I read correctly is 120ZB which I believe would be 120 rollers? so its a manufacturer issue, there is no way this was going to fit ha ha plus no rivet link or plate, I went into AMX and brought one, lets say I will be going for a refund as I will just buy a chain from AMX tomorrow

[@АнтонСеменников-я4г]

where to find a video on KZbin on changing the oil in an 800 mt engine?

[@800Adventures]

I have just posted one this morning :)