02-24-2009, 04:20 PM | #1 |
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Pirelli MT-21
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Its been a while since I have posted here, haven't really posted since they found my stolen Lifan burning on a gravel road just outside the city. The only good thing is the insurance company gave me the bike for free, but the frame is marked and can never be put on the street again, so I am riding an 06 GY-5. On to my question... I have seen a couple of riders with Pirelli MT-21 rear tires on their bikes and I am wondering what size they are using. I see americanmototire has 110/80P-18s (I am assuming this would be the rear tire size of choice, I want to stay away from 120s because I don't want to have to do a bunch of trimming etc., unless it is a straightforward process) and they have a 90/90S-21 which I know is the right size for the front. Basically what I am looking for is a DOT knobby (so any other tire choices would be great) that isn't too pricey front and rear. Just want to give them a try and see how they work. Thanks, Glenski PS. I am in Canada so I am probably just going to go to the local Honda House and get my tires from there, rather than Americanmototire. |
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02-24-2009, 04:51 PM | #2 |
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I would look into the kenda trakmaster too. The 110/80 should be fine with no fitment issues.
I don't know what the shipping costs are, but it is hard to beat the prices are americanmototire. Canada shipping may make it cheaper to get them locally. http://www.americanmototire.com/cata...th=200_239_241 Allen
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02-24-2009, 05:05 PM | #3 |
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Thanks Kato,
Thats the type of tire and price range I am looking for. Problem is I don't see a 110/80 offered on that page. Thanks, Glenski |
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02-24-2009, 10:41 PM | #5 |
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I am obviously not in Canada, but I just ordered a set of Duro HF903/904's from AMT last night. I was also planning to order rim strips and tubes, but they added $5 to the shipping for each tube. The strips didn't change the shipping cost ( 8O ) so I kept them on the order. I thought the cost of shipping each tube was excessive, so I'll get those locally.
Kind of a PITA, IMO. :roll:
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02-25-2009, 07:59 AM | #6 |
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The 110/100 will be the same width, but taller. Not sure how much clearance you have.
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02-25-2009, 11:55 AM | #7 |
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Thanks for the advice. I guess the next question would be is has anyone out there fitted a 110/100 on a GY-5
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02-25-2009, 03:22 PM | #8 |
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I found this handy little chart. Looks like a 100/100-18 is considered a direct replacement for a 4.10x18 tire.
http://www.rockymountainatv.com/wheelinfo.do
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02-25-2009, 04:25 PM | #9 |
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Zak mentioned your unfortunate theft and fire on nbdsc.ca. I hope they catch the douche who stole your bike.
As for tires, I'm running a rear trakmaster on my KLX right now. Great off-road/mud tire, not so great on the street. Pretty loud and rides fairly rough. It's a 90/10 tire and it shows. I've heard good things about the MT-21 though. I have some spare tires in the shed if you want me to take a look.
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02-25-2009, 04:42 PM | #10 | |
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Let me know what you have, based on the amount of offroad use I would probably be best off with the Pirellis. I just really wanted to try a DOT knobby as I have had this Lifan and a KLR650 in the past and have never really had anything more than about a 20% dirt tire on them. I suspect something around 80 - 90% would make a significant difference offroad when the "need" arises. Thanks! |
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02-26-2009, 08:28 AM | #11 |
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MT21
I have fitted the MT21 on my gy5,tire works great and rather aggressive for a DOT knobby
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03-16-2009, 10:11 AM | #14 |
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Glenski, haven't forgotten about the tire. The snow level has receded enougth that I can now get to the shed.
I'll check my tire inventory this week.
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The snow has been tough this winter, I just got out to the shed this weekend and was able to get my lifan up and running so that I could sell if he really wants it. Thanks! Glenski |
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