05-07-2012, 12:57 PM | #31 |
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I'll grab the tire sizes for you guys when I get home from work, my Konker has Bridgestones on it. The back tire is way wider than the front one, I'm guessing the back rim is at least an inch wider as well, I'll post the rim size as well as the tire size.
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05-07-2012, 02:20 PM | #32 | |
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05-07-2012, 03:04 PM | #33 |
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Thanks Stew. I want to choose tire sizes wisely for Son of Weldangrind.
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05-07-2012, 04:00 PM | #34 |
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I am now officially confused. So my 17x2.5 rim is supposed to have a 17x3.5" tire?
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05-07-2012, 04:05 PM | #35 | |
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05-07-2012, 04:06 PM | #36 |
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I'm just gonna wait for Stew's reply on the tire sizes. It's working for him, so I'm gonna try to replicate his sizes.
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05-07-2012, 04:09 PM | #37 |
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If you check the manufacturer's tire fitment quides, they will tell you what size rims are appropriate for any size tire. You want to make sure you get the correct size tire for the rims on your wheel. Otherwise, the tire will not mount properly, and also will not inflate properly. This results in improper handling of the bike, and undesirable tire wear.
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05-07-2012, 04:11 PM | #38 | |
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05-07-2012, 04:17 PM | #40 |
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I'm surprised how many people don't follow the manufacturer's tire fitment guides. The Honda XR650L owners are notorious for trying to fit the widest possible tire on the rear wheel. :roll: All tires are designed to accommodate a certain rim size; people should follow the manufacturer's recommendations.
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05-07-2012, 04:29 PM | #41 |
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I think if Roger's 50HP KX uses a 110, that ought to be enough for most eny bike.
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05-07-2012, 04:35 PM | #43 |
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I mounted a gigantic rear tire on Son of Weldangrind's XR200R, but that's only because it was free.
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05-07-2012, 04:40 PM | #44 |
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For reasons I've discussed in the past a large meaty rear knobbie HURT the performance of my Q on and off road.
Even my KLX's on road performance (practical top speed and mileage) was hurt by the very aggressive 606's I fitted. On the trail though they are excellent and that's why they are there.
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