Mtx 141" as a trail machine

[greenenvy1]

I picked up my '16 mtx 141" cheap enough I could not say no. My issue is I ride primarily trails. I dont run fast but I like to play around sometimes ha ha! I've considered shaving my 2.25 powerclaw down to 1.75 and re-gearing. Not sure what the mtx came with for stock gears or what would be a good gear ratio to run for trail use. Did some seArching on here but am still somewhat confused.
Thanks

 

[murdered141]

You have the right idea, cut the track down to 1.75" and re gear it, not absolutely sure but you probably have 7 tooth driver's, by going to 8 tooth that'll off set your gear ratio for more speed, you most likely have 24 50 or 21 49 gearing , I would do 8 tooth driver's and 21 41 gears for trail riding.

 

[minks_698]

Got the same sled, its got 21/49 gears and 7t drivers, aka full mountain setup. If u shave track, could probably pull 24/45 gearing all day and save factory chain. Otherwise u might see 80mph with a cut helix!