So whatcha think?

[gofast76]

I have an '02 kat with a yoshi slip-on and a Ivans kit with an +5 advancer,the problem is that it just smokes my 150/70ZR17 everytime I twist the throttle....
I NEED more traction!!! What is the the biggest tire that I can fit on this thing? I want to stick with the Pirelli Diablo because that's what I have on the front and it sticks great.

Any suggestions?????

[Black_peter]

Hi, welcome to Katriders a great source for repair and modification information for your GSXF Suzuki, please take the time to browse the different forums and read the how-to/faq forum before asking any questions. You may find just the answer you were looking for and so much more! Click for search tips
Too impatient? I bet one of these was your question:
Q. What's the biggest rear tire?
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Q. Can I wheelie my Katana?
A. Yes
Q. Can I shift without the clutch?
A. Upshift from 2nd up, yes. Down shift, never. 1st to 2nd never.

(6/07/2007)

[ZukiFred]

Largest recommended tire would be 160/60/17.
Larger tire won't help, but learning throttle control will.

[gofast76]

Largest recommended tire would be 160/60/17.
Larger tire won't help, but learning throttle control will.

Yes thats what I thought but I was wondering if It was possible to go to a 170? I own an R1 and know all about throttle control

[Rickyhj2002]

http://www.katriders.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=33473[/url]

[reconstyle]

Ok, there is something WAY wrong with this picture here.

gofast, I have a 160 on my kat, but its got 1200 cc's and about 125hp, just a little more than your setup, and I can control the throttle JUST FINE. i.e. dumping it exiting a corner and not low-siding

If Suzuki thought you needed a bigger tire, they would have planned accordingly.

See this guy...

hes running a 160, with probably close to 140hp and about 85ft-lbs of torque


(3rd one this week?)

[gofast76]

Ok, there is something WAY wrong with this picture here.

gofast, I have a 160 on my kat, but its got 1200 cc's and about 125hp, just a little more than your setup, and I can control the throttle JUST FINE. i.e. dumping it exiting a corner and not low-siding

If Suzuki thought you needed a bigger tire, they would have planned accordingly.

See this guy...

hes running a 160, with probably close to 140hp and about 85ft-lbs of torque


(3rd one this week?)

Then do you think I need a softer compound, its pretty hard right now. Really it just wont hook-up.

[IForgotMyUserName2]

you should put an intergalactic power booster on. also buy a super rich tire compound to spray on like adhesive so you can drive on walls kinda like that stupid nicholas cage in that stupid movie (oh that nicholas is always up to somethin )

and then stop asking questions that have been asked 8 times this mother f***ing week!!!!!!!!!!

welcome to KR....

[Nero]

Don't hold it back, Iffy. Tell 'em how you really feel.

[gofast76]

you should put an intergalactic power booster on. also buy a super rich tire compound to spray on like adhesive so you can drive on walls kinda like that stupid nicholas cage in that stupid movie (oh that nicholas is always up to somethin )

and then stop asking questions that have been asked 8 times this mother f***ing week!!!!!!!!!!

welcome to KR....

HOLY F#*K!! I feel welcome already

[Black_peter]

HOLY F#*K!! I feel welcome already

Don't mind princess.. he forgot to put out the trash and his mom took away his willy for a week...

[Nero]

Wow! Right for the jugular!

[ThAzKat]

Ummmm, z rated is the softest you would want on that bike. Welcome to KR, don't mind princess +2

also try dialing in your suspension to fit your weight and the z rateds will hook. too hard a suspension or to soft will cause unwanted reaction with your traction

[reconstyle]

You can try the pilot powers, they come in a 160/60 that will fit on your rear rim. It's a soft tire, holds AWESOME in the corners, but only lasts a short time

Ummmm, z rated is the softest you would want on that bike.

I thought the letter ratings were speed ratings, not compound ratings...? Or am I wrong?

http://www.motorcycleanchor.com/motorcycle/how_to/mc_tires.html

Scroll 2/3 the way down

[ThAzKat]

the higher the speed rating the softer the rubber compound