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Is there another swingarm that will fit a CB350 to add a wider tire? I believe right now the biggest one that can go on is a 110 tire, anything bigger and it will rub with the chain.
Tintin said:What sort of rim are you running? The stock size of 110 for my old 550F could be bumped up to 120, but not much more than that even with clearance to the chain and swingarm - at some point the rim needs to be wider too.
Sorry I didn't answer your question - I'm not sure myself, but wanted to see if the rim issue was also being considered. A 120 over a 110 tire isn't worth changing swingarms for in my opinion anyhow.
I'm running 110 on my BMW R75. Are you looking for improved traction or the look of a bigger fatter tire?
Apparently they were needed. The previous owner told me that the power generated by the motor (claimed 42RWHP) and the stresses put on the rear wheel during racing were breaking the stock spokes .ProTeal55 said:I like the oversized spokes...
BANDIT said:This what I run on my race bike: Might help you get an idea of what a 120/80 looks like.
Rear wheel 18” x 3” aluminium rim. with 1 gauge oversize stainless steel spokes. Avon 120/80/VB18 tyre.
Thanks for your reply, I wanted to go up to a 160, however I would need to change the swingarm and rim to accomodate a 160. I was not aware you could go up to a 120 on a stock rim. I would prefer this better then spending more money. I just wanted a big tire for the look, I don't plan on racing.
valvesprung said:Anybody have any idea if I can fit a 120 on my KZ400. It currently has a 110/90/18, but looks way too skinny...
Ease said:Probably.
Check and see how much clearence you have between your tire and your swingarm on each side.
Then try and find out how wide a 120 is compared to the width of your tire (at the farthest point - with air in it).
i.e. Get someone like me to do it.
Or you could always just go to any shop that sells tires and has an old guy working there - he'll be able to tell you ;D.