[maddawg46]

Does the rear sprocket on the S2R suppose to have a slight amount of side play? While cleaning the chain, the sprocket appears to have a little side play. I figure it might be that way because of the single side swing arm.

 

[Speeddog]

Is it *loose*, or will it move if you put some force on it?

 

[test-reg]

It has some play, but should take a little force.

 

[test-reg]

Mine never really had any play in it...

 

[Desmo Elmer]

My AFAM quick change carrier is actually kinda sloppy loose side to side on the cush drives. It was that way when new. I was concerned about it and contacted AFAM. They suggested that was "normal." : The stock steel sprocket was snug by comparison.

Anywhooo, I don't really think it's a big deal because the sprocket "locks" on to the cush drives when under power and kind of finds it's own center when backing off. A chain drive is not exactly a precision mechanical set up.

I guess I'd prefer a more snug fit, but FWIW I've done probably 5,000 miles on it in the sloppy loose configuration with no ill effects and it doesn't seem to be getting any worse.