I would like input from those who might have done this. I am considering turning a Motobecane Grand Jubile into a 1 x 5 bike. Right now it has Suntour barcons on it. I have tons of geared bikes and several FG/SS bikes and am kind of interested in experimenting with a 1 x setup.

The crank is a nice SR crank with the chainguard. I'd remove that and the outer ring and go with the small which is a 39.

Thoughts? Experiences you can share?