Don't do 50:16. That is 3.12:1, which is way too high
I'm thinking 60:15
Don't do 50:16. That is 3.12:1, which is way too high
That is still steep, and you will have very little low end torque. Give it a try though if you have the sprockets and see what it is like
I would like to be able to stop and go, I don't want to burn up clutches stoping and going. But I would also like to go fast
Well, if you are willing to accept the wheelies....
Then a TC will be much better for you IF THE Torque Coverter FITS!
There is no 18T clutch when using a TC.
18T clutch OR torque converter.
If you use a torque converter and use a 4.2:1 sprocket ratio, you will still have the gearing to reach 50mph (if the engine has the power) and you will have the low end for stop and go. When the TC engages at 2200 RPM, the gear ratio will be 11.2:1 (watch for the wheelies), and the bike would only be moving 8mph at 2200 RPM with 11.2:1 Gear ratio. As the TC shifts into higher gear, you will get to 3.8:1 gear ratio. This will probably get you close to 50mph. The actual gearing is for 55mph at 5000 RPM. I'm guessing uou will probably reach max speed/rpm under 50mph/4500 RPM (just guessing, I don't know how much you weigh, would still just be guessing)... But then you can upgrade the engine and get more power at higher RPMs and reach higher speeds and more RPMs.
Most torque converters use a 5/8" Jackshaft. There is an 18T #35 pitch 5/8" bore sprocket, but it is a B type sprocket (instead of the C type sprocket that comes on the TC). It can be made to work, but you need to make sure you have the alignment correct. I've used a B type sprocket on a TC kit before, but don't remember exactly how I spaced things out. It is not a direct swap.
Otherwise the kit will come with a 12T, #35, 5/8" Bore, C type sprocket. And you would just need to get a 50T sprocket to match the bolt pattern you have.
The TC kits used to be under $55, so shop around.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/COMET-TORQ...685830&hash=item3d2b671fc6:g:RnYAAOSwcUBYK~nc
http://www.monsterscooterparts.com/...UDNJVqp7tkagiBjw5WJVIW3_GzcX5CcsaApm1EALw_wcB
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My minibike has smaller tires (13" vs your 14" - smaller tires = more torque) and a TC which engages with a 16.9:1 Gear Ratio. I have to be careful if I don't want the front to pull up, but I can keep the wheel down if I want. So you should be able to keep the wheel down.
Another very good question is "Does a TC kit fit on that bike with that engine?"
IIRC it is very tight just getting the engine in there. Anybody have one of these with a Torque Converter?
10t is the smallest they come with...