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05-15-2008, 05:50 PM
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200 series tire
Ok I know I'll probably get some crap for this but try to keep an open mind...
I've been thinking about replacing my tire with a 200/50-17. I have several reasons for this; 1. appearance- I like the look of the wider tire 2. performance- in '05/'06 Corser and most of the WSB guys on GSXRs ran 200s at most tracks. Claimed better traction,control,etc. 3. environment- the area I'm living in now doesn't have alot of tight twisty roads but LOADS of long sweeping corners. 4. cost- I can get a Pirelli Diablo installed for $150 in the 200 size. 5. fun- I enjoy trying new things. Maybe I'll love it or maybe I'll hate it. 6. temporary- The way I ride,it'll only be on the bike for 2 months max anyway so why not? Then I'll buy the Rosso's!  7. resale- Around here I could sell the tire in 10 min to some kid with a stretched 600 if I hate it. Heck,Shinko tires are the ones to have around these parts!  The dealership has a roomful...Ok,I'm ready for my beating now... 
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05-15-2008, 06:09 PM
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do it, what the hell, i went from a 190 to a 180 and loved it, different strokes for different folks, just let us know what you think
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05-15-2008, 06:21 PM
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Yea that's the direction most people go...I guess I'll try it and see,there's no real harm and I actually liked going from a 180 to a 190 in the old days.. |
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05-15-2008, 07:02 PM
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Hold mah beer!
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As long as you can fit it on the tire I say go for it.
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05-15-2008, 07:14 PM
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Location: Denver CO
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you mean rim, trip?
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05-15-2008, 07:28 PM
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Well,it's a 6" rim so I'd imagine it'll be ok. I'm concerned about the tire being too close to the chain (and chain lube) but other than that... |
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05-15-2008, 08:09 PM
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Hold mah beer!
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05-15-2008, 08:17 PM
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You will lose a fair bit of handling with that, but because of your area shouldn't be a big deal. A 50 is going to be fairly square. I am going to be putting a 190/55 17 to get better cornering.
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05-15-2008, 08:18 PM
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05-15-2008, 08:20 PM
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