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Old 04-26-2015, 05:38 PM   #3180
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Originally Posted by oldqwerty View Post
I didn't plan to slide, but I learned the hard way to always have the stickiest traction on the front. Three times.
Amen! If the front is planted, the rear can fishtail a little and you will remain upright. However, if the front locks up or slips, you are going to fall instantly, usually without any warning.

The Shinko, 244 front tire is on order, and I plan to ride conservatively until it arrives.
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2015 Zongshen ZS250GY-3 (RX3)
2006 Zongshen ZS200GY-2 (Sierra 200)
2005 Honda XR650L
2004 Honda CRF250X
1998 Kawasaki KDX220

Mods made to my Zongshen ZS200GY-2: http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=6894


 
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