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Re: Rear tire recommendation

Peter ... if i was in the market for a rear tire on the stock rim i would try the new Cobra AV72 - 200/55R17 because of their new tread design. I suggest you chk this out AVON Here's a post by Bladerunr that you should read in its entirety before making a decision. Avon Cobra AV72 : http://rswarrior...

Posted to General Discussion (Forum) by AlanH on 01-30-2009
Filed under: Tire
Re: front tire

[quote user="slngshott"] I have the 130/60 on my warrior and no problem and looks good. [/quote]Here's a good comparison of your Metzeler 130/60 and my 130/70 - Notice the smaller gap between the fender tip & tire on the RH photo because of the taller 130/70 tire. I chose this profile...

Posted to General Discussion (Forum) by AlanH on 02-01-2009
Filed under: Tire
Re: front tire

[quote user="kresnanto"] Does anyone ever try 130/70/18 on the front? [/quote]I just replaced this Metzler ME880 Marathon 130/70HR18 VTX1800 - MFG # 110-13361 after 16,111 miles: Read the 2-enclosed threads and note frt fender clearance with this taller tire Front Metzler Tire http://rswarrior...

Posted to General Discussion (Forum) by AlanH on 02-01-2009
Filed under: Tire
Re: Rear tire size

Enclosing a snap shot of an unpublished Excel spreadsheet that shows various popular tire sizes sorted in asending order by Diameter. As you can see the Dunlop D205 - 200/55R17 at 26.10" is a very tall tire indeed because of the aspect ratio and construction and at the same time very narrow at 7...

Posted to Technical Discussion (Forum) by AlanH on 01-31-2009
Filed under: Tire
Re: Rear tire size

Ken, what's wrong with this "78V" .... max 149 mph new Cobra - Is your tire derated on the sidewall? Load Index and Speed Rating Symbols http://www.avon-tyres.co.uk/motorcycle/?page=technical&subpage=tech_speed My next 240/40R18 is going to be an Avon Cobra AV72 which is also Zero growth...

Posted to Technical Discussion (Forum) by AlanH on 01-26-2009
Filed under: Tire
Re: 260 Metzeler or 250 Avon

[quote user="rsw1700"] Hi, what tire is wider ? [/quote] Keep in mind that the Metzeler 260/40R is designed for a 9-1/2" wide preferred rim for optimum performance & tire life Size Description Diameter Perimeter Width Rec Rim Manufacturer - Model in mm in ft in mm width 250/40R18 Avon...

Posted to General Discussion (Forum) by AlanH on 01-11-2009
Filed under: Tire
Re: How wide is raider wheel?

.... not to have the last word here but you might want to visit the tire manufacturers web sites for this data. Another factor that contributes to the rapid wear on the 210 Metz 880 is the thin tread depth. The 18" dia wheel doesn't lift the bike 1-1/2" as the 240 tires are low profile...

Posted to General Discussion (Forum) by AlanH on 12-20-2008
Filed under: Tire
New 240 Tire

Has anyone installed the NEW PIRELLI DIABLO 240/40ZR-18 on their 18 x 8.5 wide wheel ? The price is definitely right on Ebay but don't know how long it will last. This is a Z~rated (149+) tire with zero tire growth! http://www.dragspecialties.com/fatbook/22/408/3906357 http://www.pirellityre.com...

Posted to General Discussion (Forum) by AlanH on 08-02-2007
Filed under: Tire
Re: dunlop tire

The Dunlop 240 Elite 3 tire will not visually fit snug to the 18 x 8-1/2" weld-up rim on the beauty face. Spend the additional money for the Metzler 240 Read the enclosed threads: http://rswarrior.com/forums/p/2227/36479.aspx#36479 http://rswarrior.com/forums/p/48761/687703.aspx#687703

Posted to Technical Discussion (Forum) by AlanH on 04-26-2008
Filed under: Tire
Re: 240 clearances

IMO, if the Swingarm is modified properly you shouldn't have to change to a 31T front pulley to resolve the tire or wheel clearances if running the Metzler 240 with a 18" x 8 1/2" wide wheel. Based on my recent DIY 240 mods using the following components: Metzler 240/40VR18 Kosman weld...

Posted to Technical Discussion (Forum) by AlanH on 02-25-2007
Filed under: Tire, 240 Wide Tire, How to

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