slop in gearbox sprocket movement

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pauliboy
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slop in gearbox sprocket movement

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When changing gearbox sprocket even when tightened with the retaining plate I've noticed quite a bit of movement both inwards and outwards on the splines (therefore throwing chain alignment out) as well as a bit of rocking lateral movement as well, is this down to wear on the shaft (I hope not) or in the sprockets themselves ?
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Re: slop in gearbox sprocket movement

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more like in "it's normal" :wink:

can't tell from here how "bad" yours is, but the sprocket always has play and never feels "fixed" on the splines.
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Thanks, thats a relief !!!
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Re: slop in gearbox sprocket movement

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Based on the origin of your bike, I would guess it's fine.
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Re: slop in gearbox sprocket movement

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I put a bend/bow in my plates this removes some of the play
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