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What size tire are you guys running on stock gs 450 wheel?

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Right now I currently running a 110....But i've noticed alot of you guys on here having a bigger rear tire...What is the maximum safe size? I just want alittle more width until I go gsxr suspension components.
 
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I think a 110 is already oversize, and is probably the SAFE maximum.

What is the urge for "larger"? Unlike a car, a larger tire will NOT give you more rubber on the road.

Because the rim is so narrow, it will pinch a larger tire into a tighter radius, actually putting LESS rubber on the road. :eek:

Now, if you have a 450L, you can go up to a 130.

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Hi,

What year/model? Some years/models use a 110 stock, some use a 120 stock. See this chart.


Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff
 
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Wow....That is a very interesting comment Steve. Thanks. Now on to look up 450L wheel swaps...:-)
 
Steve said:
Because the rim is so narrow, it will pinch a larger tire into a tighter radius, actually putting LESS rubber on the road. :eek:
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Hi,

If you think about it, it's absolutely true. What that pointy tire does for you is make your bike "fall" into corners more abruptly and makes the handling more "twitchy". If you want to run wider tires, it's best to fit a wider wheel into a new swingarm.



Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff
 
Battlax BT45 vs Durotour RS-310

Battlax BT45 vs Durotour RS-310

I realize this series is a little old, but hought I'd provide my recent experience.

Just installed the Bridgestone Battlax BT45 Sport Touring 120/90 x 17 on the stock rim. Previously had the IRC Durotour RS-310 110/90 x17. Have stock swingarm.

While this isn't a major change, I have notice a bit less 'switchiness' as BassCliff referred. I agree with his assessment that the thinner tire will allow quicker response with this feeling. This slightly thicker tire still has plenty of clearance between the swing arm and the chrome guard, suggesting I might even be able to go slightly wider next time. (??)

I have notice that this tire does require more of an effort to turn, but not so much that it feels like I'm fighting it. Just that it's a new technique that has to be used. I've actually found the turning to smoother, more rolling rather than snappy. This wider tire does feel a little more comfortable on the straights, providing slightly more comfort from the road bumps... not much, just a little.

I hope this helps others who are looking at a wider tire for their stock rims.


BassCliff said:
Hi,

If you think about it, it's absolutely true. What that pointy tire does for you is make your bike "fall" into corners more abruptly and makes the handling more "twitchy". If you want to run wider tires, it's best to fit a wider wheel into a new swingarm.



Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff
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