[Rick O'Shea]

does anyone know if i can install a 19 tooth sproket on a 2004 bullet 65 5 speed left shift

[apex]

Can't speak from experience, but bet you money it will. Only because CMW and suppliers offer it on the site. And honestly these guys are smart. They wouldn't sell it unless it worked. But if you call CMW with your VIN they will get you the exact part.
I installed one in my 99 and love it!!

[Rick O'Shea]

thanks apex. man do i love this bike. lots of fun in the north carolina mountains

[Leonard]

does anyone know if i can install a 19 tooth sprocket on a 2004 bullet 65 5 speed left shift

Be careful if you do, it's very tight quarters up there.  I recently noticed that the master link clip that I had installed on the outside was filing off bright shiny flakes of metal.  After my main mechanic changed it for me it stopped so you can see how little clearance there is.  I have an 18t sprocket.

[t120rbullet]

does anyone know if i can install a 19 tooth sproket on a 2004 bullet 65 5 speed left shift

Yes.

[Rick O'Shea]

hey Leonard! thanks for the reply. did your mech swap the master link to the inside to cure the "rub"?

[UncleErnie]

What would you like to accomplish by doing this?

[Rick O'Shea]

slightly higher cruising speed turning less rpms

[sopwithdriver]

FWIW, I have the 18t in my 06 iron barrel with all the free flow stuff to let her breath. I live in Northern Illinois, relatively flat terrain. The 18 gives my bike legs but when I get into the hills north of the border I have to manage my power somewhat in part due to the gearing change. I know your area and I think I would really wonder about going to a 19 there without doing some detoxing of the engine and maybe even then only the 18  at first. Just a thought and your mileage may vary. Good luck with it however you decide to go.

[ace.cafe]

slightly higher cruising speed turning less rpms

You'll get some lower rpms, but you won't get any faster cruising speed.

Your engine load is the same or more, with the taller gear, at the same speeds.
No change to cruising speed limits will be accomplished with a taller gear.

[single]

I went to the 18 to get the results you are looking for.I believe Ace is right.I recomend it,tho.Mine zooms arround the hills here in central Mo.with aplomb.I also use a "layed down" riding position with "flipped" handlebars.Works for me,but I do not tend to cramp when folded up like this and have no belly.But the riding position really is a big deal to the RE.I weigh about 160,have removed and cut off some of the RE,free flow mods and so on.The thing I really notice is that the little bastard doesn't seem to care how fast we cruise so I have to remember to slow occaisionally.I do have the oil pump mod.I should also say that our hills here are not of the mile long variety for the most part,but can be really steep.I can hold 60 if I want(70 indicated),but I am always apprehensive of what is on the down side.I may well try the 19 some day.

[Leonard]

hey Leonard! thanks for the reply. did your mech swap the master link to the inside to cure the "rub"?

Yes, the inside is where it is out of the factory.  This was my 3rd chain but the first to have a problem with the outside location.
My mechanic works for beer.

[sopwithdriver]

I second the lowered riding position. I use the ace style bars and like them alot. Much less drag a lot less buffeting on the rider. That stock upright position will beat you to death.

[ace.cafe]

Yes, the lowered riding position WILL allow a faster cruising speed, because the drag is reduced, and so the load on the engine is reduced. That will allow you to go faster at the same hp output, and you can increase the cruising speed that way, to the extent that the drag is reduced.
And that, in conjunction with a bigger sprocket can give you the lower rpms, and the reduced load on the engine, allowing a somewhat higher cruising speed, which will suit the desired goal.

[t120rbullet]

Yes, the inside is where it is out of the factory.  This was my 3rd chain but the first to have a problem with the outside location.
My mechanic works for beer.

Having a drunk work on your bike is bad Karma.
Don't let him touch the brakes!
CJ