Biggest rear tire size

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Biggest rear tire size

greanncaferacer
I have a 1977 cb750f the read tire looks pweny i think its a 130 whats the biggest i can fit in the stock swing arm with out trouble.? Thanx for the help
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Depends. Are you looking for performance or looks? A 130 tire might not seem to big but a big tire does not work better. The rim is only so wide and larger tire gets "pinched" and the center will wear faster and cornering can suffer.

If it is for looks, a 150 will fit I think. I know if does on a K model but your brakes may get in the way?
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Depends. Are you looking for performance or looks? A 130 tire might not seem to big but a big tire does not work better. The rim is only so wide and larger tire gets "pinched" and the center will wear faster and cornering can suffer.

If it is for looks, a 150 will fit I think. I know if does on a K model but your brakes may get in the way?
The ride IS the adventure. The destination is just to get gas!
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Re: Biggest rear tire size

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well im kinda looking for looks ill see how she handles with the 130 thanx for the info