Originally Posted by
King Trikester
The only thing I don't like about the setup is the 7" tire is a bit to narrow and doesn't float as much as I would like it to in the mud and snow, personally I will buy and 8" wide tire next time but each to his own
I have played around with this format on both my ES and my SX and while it may not suit some rider's preference, I love it. I'll sacrifice a bit of 'float' for the extra bite the slimmer tire offers.
I'm a pretty aggressive rider in mixed rough terrain and like the confidence of the tighter tracking at higher speeds.
The formula I presented was just that..a formula to ensure a good mechanical fit. Anyone using it please understand that this is experimental with tires/rims that didn't exist 30 years ago and not specifically for this application.
I've stated that using this formula there will be no tires to fit the rim that will be 'wrong' to choose. But what is right for you may be a matter of preference..
I pass on my findings in hopes that others will enjoy the changes as I have. However, I can't accept any responsibility if the outcome is not to your liking!! I just need to go on the record as saying that.
Last edited by dougspcs; 06-23-2014 at 11:44 PM.
Current toys..
1986 Honda 350X..trail bomb!
1985 Honda 250SX..my main mudder
1985 Honda 250ES..Back in Black Trike
Current non-trike toys:
1990 Honda TRX300FW
1995 Seadoo GTX
1998 Polaris Indy Lite 340(Nearly new looking)
1998 Polaris Touring 500
1998 Club Car (electric)