Biggest tires I can get.

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Biggest tires I can get.

jonnyLow
So, I've decided to get some dual sport style tires for my 750. Don't ask why. I just like them. Anyways, I want the widest and biggest aspect ratio I can fit. I am pretty sure I have stock wheels on the bike. (fenders won't be an issue)

Right now in the front I have a 100/90-19 and a 120/80-18 in the rear. I am looking at Shinko 700's or something of that nature. Anyone have any idea how big of a tire I can get with those wheels? The size of the tire doesn't say anything about rim size... (or does it?)

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For optimal road use, the sizes you have now are the ideal size. You might be able to bump up to a 110/90-19 in the front but fender clearance will be an issue.
In the rear, you have a narrow swingarm, you could probably stuff a 130/90-18 there.
Keep in mind though that your bike has a high center of gravity which may not play well with a dual sport tire.
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jonnyLow
Ok, this might be a really dumb question, but why can't I put a tire designated as a 'rear tire' in the front if it fits?
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seestheday
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I think that the real question is: are you prepared to cut/modify/replace your swingarm?  If you are, then that opens you up to a lot more options with respect to tire size.

Me personally - I wouldn't attempt it given my skill/experience level.
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I am not sure there is an issue with doing that. I have seen rear tires small enough to be used on the front. Only thing I can think of would be issues with tread patterns.
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You sure that's not 7.00?


On Mon, Apr 2, 2012 at 11:31 AM, jonnyLow [via Honda CB750'S] <[hidden email]> wrote:
So, I've decided to get some dual sport style tires for my 750. Don't ask why. I just like them. Anyways, I want the widest and biggest aspect ratio I can fit. I am pretty sure I have stock wheels on the bike. (fenders won't be an issue)

Right now in the front I have a 100/90-19 and a 120/80-18 in the rear. I am looking at Shinko 700's or something of that nature. Anyone have any idea how big of a tire I can get with those wheels? The size of the tire doesn't say anything about rim size... (or does it?)




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