Getting 6th on a six speed is NOT a problem Ger - no where near reverse, don't let that put you off if thats your only concern.
The gate across to reverse is much further across and not a problem. Unless you are in the habit of going to 6th from anything other than 5th you'll only ever be going straight back. I've never missed reverse and got 6th instead ever either.....
maybe its testiment to JH's linkage design or the set up I've done but not ever had a problem with it. On saying that though I'd not worry that much about going back to a 5 speed if I had to. May be straightforward for you as Chris says.
What I think may need some thought is swapping flywheels, you could be lucky and just make it a bit lumpier. But could also ruin your mint smooth engine without a rebalance (or worse). If you are set on that though, If I remember right I think the 156 2.5 was the lightest.
I don't think mine is particularly light but still picks up and revs like a bike.
...however I wouldn't recommend dropping a paddle clutch at 7000 RPM on a 6 speed with hot sticky tyres...........2nd box (strengthend) now in service and going well ..but the ratio benefits outweigh the drawbacks...
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