Do you guys know if I can go with a little wider tire in th back? Like 160/70-ZR17 rather than 150? I have a 2002 600.
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You can, but keep in mind that the tire will "wrap" more and may not even look as wide. Here is an example...150 on the left, 160 on the right. You can see that the wider tire actually looks narrower. Now, if you're doing it for looks, think twice...if you're doing it for performance, I think it's a great mod.
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Yip...170/60 will fit, but keep in mind that your tire choice will be very limited....very few tires in 170width are made for a 4.5" rim.
I usually run a 160/60 - it seems to be the better choice, because all the SV650's use the same width rim...since SV's are common on the racetrack, there's a plethora of very sticky rubber available in that size. Since a 160 offers a rounder profile, I found that the bike turned in to corners a lot easier - it gave a "sportier" feel, and was a bit more inspiring on the confidence levels.
I used a Metzeler Z6 160/60 at the end of last summer as per Cyberpoet's recommendations - and it was awesome! This year, I'm going to start off with a pilot power in the same size - mostly because the power level on my bike is being increased. I've also used an Avon AV46 160/60, and it was nice - though the Metz seemed to offer more grip, better stability, and more predictability.
Just some thoughts!
Hahaha, AHF, you been practicing standup wheelies again? (left rear peg is down!)FrankenKat 1216
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so im getting a bit confussed. i hear that getting a wider tire on the rear is not good for handling. but from this post, i hear that maybe it is good for handling. can antone clear this up?<< RIDE IT LIKE YOU STOLE IT !! >>
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Originally posted by DooD
Hahaha, AHF, you been practicing standup wheelies again? (left rear peg is down!)
Originally posted by KAOSso im getting a bit confussed. i hear that getting a wider tire on the rear is not good for handling. but from this post, i hear that maybe it is good for handling. can antone clear this up?
Most of the negatives on wider tires have more to do with the actual fitting of a bigger tire on a small rim.
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