200x gearing

[j013N]

I've drop 18" rear tire on my 'x and now I would like to change the rear sprocket for a smaller unit because I losted way to much top-end. I would like it to act like when it was on 22" tires. How many thoot would you recomend me? Thanks.

[shortline10]

13 tooth on the front and a 37 tooth on the back should get you close

[DohcBikes]

You didn't mention the year. First gen and second gen will require different gearing to achieve the same results. I believe shortline is making a recommendation for a first gen, in this case I agree.

Do yourself a favor and get the largest front sprocket you can fit(13T for 83-85), then ride it. You might be happy enough with just that. Also keep in mind that some gearing combos will require a chain that is not stock length.

I run 14/35 on my 1st gen with 19's, but the engine is not a Honda.

[j013N]

I have a '85 200x. If I run 13T front sprocket will I be okay with the stock chain?

[Dirtcrasher]

Don't let that bug ya. Just get a chain with more links, the price won't hurt you......

I suggest running 18's on a track or sand dune only or the rims take a beating and you have 0 suspension help with a short sidewall.

Or, buy very expensive bead-lock tough rims for it. Mine get beat up pretty bad, I try to stick to MX only.
I smash them back in shape with a big plastic hammer and I'm good.......

EDIT, also, I run non o-ring chains on smaller motors like a 200X, It does tax the motor if you run an o-ring chain. Just keep upwards with the maintenance (chain lube or 80/90 gear oil ) I have used in a pinch......

[DohcBikes]

I am running 14-40 with 20 inch rears on my 84 200x for flat track and its geared pretty good.I think 13 -37 would do it.How are you running a 14t on a 1st gen X motor? Pretty sure I tried and either it didn't work at all or the case saver wouldn't fit, can't quite remember.

I agree with Dirtcrasher on using non-oring chain on small displacement 4 strokes. I do believe a stock chain fits with just the front at 13t. Still it is best to buy a new chain, an I always buy 4 or 5 120link chains at a time so I have all my toys covered when needed. Kinda easy for me since I sell chains and sprockets.

I don't have much luck finding rear gears for the 1st gen.

[j013N]

I'll try running a 13T front on it. I guess it'll be like running 20" on stock gearing?!

[bumsted200s]

Interesting read hearing what everybody runs. I've had similar results with both of my 200X's. Would agree chain is chain, price isn't a big deal if you need to buy half-link and add.

Personally I run stock front sprockets on 20" rear maxxis razr and sedonna bazooka on both of mine. Tried the whole 18" rear stuff... wasn't a fan but if that works for you that's cool. Rear sprocket I bought PBI 35 tooth. Obviously top-end speed is higher than stock gearing even with 20". So I'd buy a 35 rear, just my 2 cents.

Brian

my wheelers:
1981 Honda 200 5-wheeler
1982 Honda 200 Hondapotomus
1982 Honda 185S
1982 Honda 250R
1984 Honda 200S
1985 Honda 200S
1985 Honda 200X
1985 Honda 200 auto-X