Tire size 1985 GPz900

Discussion in 'Motorcycle Technical Discussion' started by messenger1, Apr 23, 2006.

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    messenger1 Guest

    Greetings all. My GPz900 takes a 130/80 18 rear tire. Almost impossible to
    find that tire size locally, only 1 type available that looks very much like
    a cheap cheng shin but branded a Spitfire for 279.00. Before I go through
    the hassle and expense (did it on my KZ750 but that's another story) of
    swapping in a new swingarm and more current rim etc, can anyone take an
    educated guess as to what the max tire size I can fit on this stock rim
    might be? I would like to end up with a bit less height, but more width and
    was considering a 150/70 18 (which is listed as a replacement tire for this
    bike in Avon's catalogue). I have lots (+1.75") of swingarm and chain
    clearance, minimal height (0.0") clearance.
     
    messenger1, Apr 23, 2006
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    I forgot to ask.....since they seem to be more popular/available, how about
    a 160/60 18??
     
    messenger1, Apr 23, 2006
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