KZR's Bikes of the Month for 2024

Tire choices

More
23 Jun 2024 19:51 #901211 by Formula264
Tire choices was created by Formula264
I am ready to order the tires for the 78 KZ build. It has ZRX front and rear so what size tires should I use? I was thinking about a 190 for rear and 120 front. Any opinions would be appreciated.

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

More
24 Jun 2024 05:55 - 24 Jun 2024 06:04 #901218 by TexasKZ
Replied by TexasKZ on topic Tire choices
If you have a 1200 wheel and swingarm, and you did not have to machine the wheel or carrier to get proper chain alignment, you can run a 190, but handling will not be ideal.

If you have an 1100 wheel and swingarm, the 190 will be distorted enough to affect wear and handling, and you may run into clearance problems, depending on the specific tire. 

Either way, a wider tire is going to slow turn in a bit. The stock sizes work best.
1982 KZ1000 LTD parts donor
1981 KZ1000 LTD awaiting resurrection
2000 ZRX1100 not ridden enough

www.kzrider.com/11-projects/620336-anoth...uild-thread?start=24
Last edit: 24 Jun 2024 06:04 by TexasKZ.
The following user(s) said Thank You: Formula264

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

Powered by Kunena Forum

If you like KZR Please consider making a donation. Thank you.

KZRider is free, but not without cost.

Please consider chipping in a few bucks to help cover the cost of running the KZR servers.