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tire size question

Started by cajundood, Tue 24, Jan 2012, 09:37:50

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cajundood

was wondering if a 180/60 r16 rear tire would fit under my 98 valk. 180/70 r16 is whats on it now
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Quote from: cajundood on Tue 24, Jan 2012, 09:37:50
was wondering if a 180/60 r16 rear tire would fit under my 98 valk. 180/70 r16 is whats on it now
Sure will with no problem. I just put one on for a guy who wanted to lower the Valkyrie a little. That's what size that goes on the Goldwing.
David

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Farther

It will fit but raise your RPMs per given MPH.
Thanks,
~Farther

fudgie

Will raise RPM. I wanted a shorter tire for my stubby legs but I can notice it. Its only a few mm lower.  :-\


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Ricky-D

That tire will lower the bike around 3/8".  180/70/16 to 180/60/16

Enough where you ought to be able to feel the difference.

Just barely!

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Quote from: fudgie on Tue 24, Jan 2012, 13:50:38
Will raise RPM. I wanted a shorter tire for my stubby legs but I can notice it. Its only a few mm lower.  :-\
Get yourself some suitable boots and you'll be fine!