08-16-2016, 09:35 PM | #1 |
Join Date: May 2016
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Hawk Wheel questions
I've been seeing these dirt bikes on cl called "supermoto" . Looks like a dirt bike with small wheels and street tires.
If u put smaller wheels on a hawk would it increase top speed on street? Like changing sprockets? |
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08-17-2016, 11:41 AM | #3 |
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: Sardis, BC, Canada
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One of the appeals of a supermoto is the handling ability. By switching to 17" rims and sport bike tires front and rear, you end up with a very predictable bike on pavement. Forget about trail riding in that configuration.
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08-17-2016, 06:13 PM | #4 |
Join Date: Jun 2016
Location: akwesasne, NY-13655
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There is a saying, "Different horses for different courses". This "new" bike, the Magician, is sort of a pavement and graded road bike, set up for top end. The Hawk leans more to the dirt and trail bike side of the coin. Engine tuned for mid-range pulling power.
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08-17-2016, 10:40 PM | #5 |
Join Date: May 2016
Posts: 21
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Thnx for the answers, makes sense
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