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« on: September 26, 2019, 07:06:58 AM » |
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The 205 ct is out for delivery, so backerds me I measure the gap and seems right around 12mm. I’d rather err on the side of safety than go to the trouble of mounting and find out later. Anyone have a similar measurement with the 180 mc tire and still have swing arm clearance once the 205 is mounted? Thx!
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« Reply #1 on: September 26, 2019, 07:19:03 AM » |
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I have had several different 205/60's, 205/65's, 195/60's, and now 195/65. They have all cleared the swing arm.
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« Reply #2 on: September 26, 2019, 07:21:12 AM » |
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I doubt anyone will have data on that, as there is usually no reason to measure the gap with a stock-sized motorcycle tire. I will say that problems with a 205/60-16 tire touching the swing arm are not common. The gap is typically very small, but sufficient.
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« Reply #3 on: September 26, 2019, 08:20:25 AM » |
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205-65-16 currently mounted on Phatt Ghurl. I can get three (3) credit card thicknesses between the side wall and the swing arm. And NO issues too well over the ton. Other than the ATT most of my D/S selections have been 205-65-16. And I'm one Rider that intends to NOT go back to a M/C specific rear tire. RIDE SAFE
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« Reply #4 on: September 26, 2019, 08:51:25 AM » |
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205-65-16 currently mounted on Phatt Ghurl. I can get three (3) credit card thicknesses between the side wall and the swing arm. And NO issues too well over the ton. Other than the ATT most of my D/S selections have been 205-65-16. And I'm one Rider that intends to NOT go back to a M/C specific rear tire. RIDE SAFE
same size tire here, never go back, and Zero problem with swing arm clearance. |
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« Reply #5 on: September 26, 2019, 09:41:19 AM » |
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A 205 60 fits, when mounted on the wheel and aired up (with one or two credit cards of space to spare to the swingarm). That seems awful close, but it doesn't rub (though it will likely rub the cages if you don't remove them).
However, when my first 205 60 first arrived (after removing the rear wheel), I tried to shove it up there by itself, and it didn't fit. Believe it or not, it gets a bit smaller mounted and aired up.
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« Reply #6 on: September 26, 2019, 02:27:57 PM » |
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Now I’m feeling more confident.
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« Reply #7 on: September 26, 2019, 02:37:06 PM » |
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Now I’m feeling more confident.
I think you'll be fine. It's probably a good idea to do the nutcage mod, if you haven't done it yet. Also, it has been my experience that experimenting with the correct tire pressure is very important with the car tires. |
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« Reply #8 on: September 26, 2019, 03:06:57 PM » |
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Now I’m feeling more confident.
I think you'll be fine. It's probably a good idea to do the nutcage mod, if you haven't done it yet. Also, it has been my experience that experimenting with the correct tire pressure is very important with the car tires. I second that about correct pressure. Just went through this and amazing how much one pound of pressure plus or minus can make. |
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« Reply #9 on: September 26, 2019, 04:41:40 PM » |
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Well, experimenting with air pressure is for the ride, not the fit.
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« Reply #10 on: September 26, 2019, 04:50:57 PM » |
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Well, experimenting with air pressure is for the ride, not the fit.
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« Reply #11 on: September 27, 2019, 03:09:50 PM » |
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Our group has mounted Yokohama Avid Envigor 205/60R16 on (2) different Valks. They fit kinda cozy but still fine in each case.
Jim in Idaho
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« Reply #12 on: October 06, 2019, 11:20:54 AM » |
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The 205 ct is out for delivery, so backerds me I measure the gap and seems right around 12mm. I’d rather err on the side of safety than go to the trouble of mounting and find out later. Anyone have a similar measurement with the 180 mc tire and still have swing arm clearance once the 205 is mounted? Thx!
I tried a 205 CT, think it was a Finish brand. It would not fit. Just mentioning that there may be other brands that will be just that little bit wider, as to not work. Apparently most do, though. I posted the brand back a month or two ago in another CT post. Should find it further down the list in this forum. I ended up just going with the 195. Lots of room. |
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« Reply #13 on: October 06, 2019, 07:02:46 PM » |
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I run a Firestone Firehawk 205/55/16 on my 97 Std. and no rub
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« Reply #14 on: October 17, 2019, 11:31:28 AM » |
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Just curious....there is talk of "nutcage mod" but no pictures or further explanation. I just ordered a Michelin CROSSCLIMATE + in 205/60 R16 96V XL tire for my 2000 Valk. It would be informative to know what the mod is. I am new to the Valkyrie world. I had a Riken Raptor on my Triumph Rocket 3 and loved it.
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« Reply #15 on: October 17, 2019, 11:40:02 AM » |
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Just curious....there is talk of "nutcage mod" but no pictures or further explanation. I just ordered a Michelin CROSSCLIMATE + in 205/60 R16 96V XL tire for my 2000 Valk. It would be informative to know what the mod is. I am new to the Valkyrie world. I had a Riken Raptor on my Triumph Rocket 3 and loved it.
always check shoptalk link at top of page http://www.valkyrieriders.com/shoptalk/http://lifeisaroad.com/stories/2005/08/24/valkyrieRearFenderNutCageMod.html |
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« Reply #17 on: October 22, 2019, 06:57:44 PM » |
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Update: the minor clearance issue at the right frame to fender bolt. ( forward of the nutcage mod) I’ve removed the grab bar and I could see no way to move the fender further out for clearance other than filing the frame extension the bolt runs through. So on the inside I’m filing it down gradually, an 1/8 in. Removal will be enough to pull the fender out, and ensure washers are used on the bolt on the outside so the bolt doesn’t intrude into the wheel well. Hope to be done this weekend. And lining up the holes on the fender, frame and grab bar has been a challenge.  |
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« Reply #18 on: October 26, 2019, 07:36:18 AM » |
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I just got my Michelin CROSSCLIMATE + in 205/60 R16 96V XL tire on and it is awesome!  It sticks like glue and clears just fine. Very happy with upgrade. While I had it apart I clicked the shocks up to number 4.  |
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