Why does my 93 have a 110/80?

[Heeltoeclutch]

Hi folks,

I just bought my bike, a molested '93 600, and am going about getting it counseling and fixing all of its issues. One of which is tires.

According to this site and others, my 1993 should have a 120/70 in the front stock. However, it has a 110/80:



This bike has been in at least one accident, as evidenced by scraping on the front master cylinder assy, etc. I believe the older bikes had a narrower front tire? So is it likely that the PO replaced the stock _________ with an older ___________ and as a result, smaller tire?

If that is the case, what could've been replaced? Are the forks different? Wheel? Brakes? I want the wider 120/70 if it is easy to get; additionally my current forks are leaking, so......

Any input would be greatly appreciated

[92xjunker]

That's the factory size, 120/70/17 is the recommended replacement size.

[Heeltoeclutch]

Really? So the Kat indeed came with a 110/80?

Some website has its numbers wrong then; it listed the 88 and 89 as having 110/80 stock and 90+ as 120/70 stock.

Thanks 92x. So presumably, no issues spooning a 120/70 onto this current wheel....? All Kats had the same front wheel?

[92xjunker]

Nope

The rear OEM size was 140/80/17 recommended 150/70/17

[Heeltoeclutch]

Interesting. Thanks a lot.

[shpielers]

You need to replace that tire before you ride on it - if the sidewall is cracking, the tire could give out.

[Heeltoeclutch]

You need to replace that tire before you ride on it - if the sidewall is cracking, the tire could give out.

Yes I agree shpielers thank you - the PO did not take good care of the bike and I am wondering if this tire has been on the bike since 1993. I'll have to check when I get back to it