19" vs. 21" front wheels

Discoveror · 11-21-2022, 11:14 AM

I heard a YouTube comment that highway ride with 21" wheels gets more wobbly than with 19" (or less) wheels.

I wondered, "Is THAT why manufacturers fit 19" (or less) front wheels to LIGHT-weight 'Adventure' bikes?

Is that why I read/hear so many statements like "I wouldn't (want to) ride a dual-sport more than a few Exits on highway"? ... forgetting short-gearing and high cruising rpm's for a moment.

I'd be interested to hear what those of you who have ridden bikes with BOTH 19" and 21" wheels feel.

Thanks - in advance - for your insights.

11-21-2022, 11:14 AM	#1
Discoveror Join Date: Nov 2022 Location: Wyoming Posts: 89	19" vs. 21" front wheels I heard a YouTube comment that highway ride with 21" wheels gets more wobbly than with 19" (or less) wheels. I wondered, "Is THAT why manufacturers fit 19" (or less) front wheels to LIGHT-weight 'Adventure' bikes? Is that why I read/hear so many statements like "I wouldn't (want to) ride a dual-sport more than a few Exits on highway"? ... forgetting short-gearing and high cruising rpm's for a moment. I'd be interested to hear what those of you who have ridden bikes with BOTH 19" and 21" wheels feel. Thanks - in advance - for your insights.
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