136" Q&A/Install Thread: Clutching question

[Ruckus]

What would you guys recommend for clutching with this thing? I would like more top speed at the track for pow. Its got a 18t right now and stock weights/spring.

 

[xt_gt]

clutch kit, mess with the secondary, or move up a gear or 2.

 

[Ruckus]

Thanks. I also contacted Ulmer to see what they recommend.

 

[yamahas]

I am looking to do a 136 as well. Is a tunnel extension necessary? and if so can I get a kit for it? I have no fabrication tools/experience.

 

[Ruckus]

Defenetly necessary. You will hook the metal bracket behind the flap and beat it up and/or damage the track. A local metal shop should be able to make the bends for you for pretty cheap, its basic. You can make a "template" for them to go by with a piece f wire outlineing the inside shape of the #*$&@ end of the tunnel. Then attach the flimsy tail piece to that. Maybe buy a mountain bumper. There's a bit of test fitting involved so make good measurements.

 

[oldphazer]

i find it hard to decide what track length i would like to get to
136 seems safe to me cuz i like to go aggresive on narrow trails but i also break alot of trails and can easily find 4 or 5 foot deep stuff
breakin trails is where alot of the fun is
144 seems lengthy
what made you decide to keep it down to 136?

 

[yamahas]

Did they stop making the 136 Free ride?

 

[Ruckus]

Yes. The 14" is not available anymore. I got this track on the cheap so it was a no brainer. Defenetly getting a 1.5 or larger over the summer.

 

[yamahas]

I ride about 75% on trail and 25 off. Would a 1.352" track be a better option for me vs. a 1.5"? I'm thinking a 136 Cobra?

 

[Ruckus]

I ride about 75% on trail and 25 off. Would a 1.352" track be a better option for me vs. a 1.5"? I'm thinking a 136 Cobra?

Mine's 1.25 and I find it a little lacking compared to my 1.5 Freeride. The tipped up rail is effectively making the track a 121 and it just doesn't have the same bite for acceleration and especially stopping. I would say going up any amount on your lug will be a benefit. I had no hyfax wear in 3500 miles with a 1.5 either. The 136's flotation is way, way better than the 121 too. I think it would be a good choice for you for sure.

 

[yamahas]

I ride about 75% on trail and 25 off. Would a 1.352" track be a better option for me vs. a 1.5"? I'm thinking a 136 Cobra?

Mine's 1.25 and I find it a little lacking compared to my 1.5 Freeride. The tipped up rail is effectively making the track a 121 and it just doesn't have the same bite for acceleration and especially stopping. I would say going up any amount on your lug will be a benefit. I had no hyfax wear in 3500 miles with a 1.5 either. The 136's flotation is way, way better than the 121 too. I think it would be a good choice for you for sure.

Sounds good, 1.5 it will be! Thanks.