Gearing ratios are entirely independent of power numbers (unless you're measuring power at the back wheel and even then it only matters a little, but ignore that for now).
Manufacturer's power numbers are stated when the power is measured from the crankshaft, so gearing is completely irrelevant.
The amount of power an engine can generate is actually a mathematical calculation. It's derived from the torque produced at a given RPM.
Read through this when you have a couple of hours: http://www.dotheton.com/forum/index.php?topic=39814.0
As far as new cam and new carbs on the CB200, you're probably right. I admit I don't have a good deal of experience with these engines, but because the 200 has more displacement than the 175, it shouldn't take too much work to get it to the same power numbers. Cam and carbs should open it up at the top end, and that's where you'll find all those missing ponies.
Manufacturer's power numbers are stated when the power is measured from the crankshaft, so gearing is completely irrelevant.
The amount of power an engine can generate is actually a mathematical calculation. It's derived from the torque produced at a given RPM.
Read through this when you have a couple of hours: http://www.dotheton.com/forum/index.php?topic=39814.0
As far as new cam and new carbs on the CB200, you're probably right. I admit I don't have a good deal of experience with these engines, but because the 200 has more displacement than the 175, it shouldn't take too much work to get it to the same power numbers. Cam and carbs should open it up at the top end, and that's where you'll find all those missing ponies.