Technical question [chainring size]

TonTonUB

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May 27, 2020
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France
Hello,

I'm here to ask a stupid / noob / paranormal question.
What are the maximum and minimal chainring size , that can be mounted on E-mtb ?
And of course, what are the limits on each motor (mainly shimano / bosch / brose / yamaha).

I ask this because on my regular MTB, on steep climbs, i'm used to use a bigger chainring than usual, making laugh most of other bikers. But it works for me, heh. The only downside is that the chain doesnt like it much.

Thank you,
 

Varaxis

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Founding Member
Feb 5, 2018
145
89
California, USA
Depends on chainstay clearance usually.

Too big and the teeth touch the chainstay at 9 o'clock.

Too small and the chain might not clear the top/bottom of the chainstay.

Then there's anti-squat to worry about if you have rear susp.
 

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