1982 GS650G Factory Tire Size

[Guest]

I need some new tires since mine are dryrotted. Rather than simply use the size that is on the bike currently, I want to double check the factory (or recommended) sizes first. The owners manual says 3.25H19 4PR for the front, and 4.25H17 4PR for the rear. I'm not sure what that equates to using today's tire measuring system.

In addition to OEM tire size info, I'm also looking for recommendations on specific tires (suggest a brand and model) if you have any. I'm looking for something relatively inexpensive. Thanks!

[Nessism]

Another tire thread

100/90-19 front
120 or 130/90-17 rear

Value leader: Shinko 230
General performance: Avon Roadrider (best choice overall)

[tkent02]

Another tire thread (yawn)

100/90-19 front
120 or 130/90-17 rear

Value leader: Shinko 230
General performance: Avon Roadrider (best choice overall)

I have the 30 on mine. Too phat, going with the 120 next time.

[sparki]

100/90 and 120/90 are the ones you need.... like's been said a 130 is too wide and is just too rounded once fitted. i use avon road riders on mine 650 katana and they do what's needed rather well imo

[Seaking]

Tire sizes available

Having found this thread through the search feature I've been looking for tires to fit my GS650G, and most likely going for the Shinko 230 due to the recomendations of others and price factor.

Though the front tire 100/90-19 can be relatively easy to find I'm having difficulties finding the rear tire 120/90-17 in Canada. The 130 size I can find but seems most of what I have read thus far indicates I would be better off with the 120.

Does anyone have a source for the 120's in Canada they can share with me? Alternately, I will be going to Maine next sring and can pick up a pair of tires there (calling ahead and have a dealer order them in for me if not in stock)

(Shipping tires from the USA to Canada is way way too expensive)

Cheers