tire ??????
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tire ??????
04 Sep 2007 21:27
Ok so I ordered and put on some new tires on the KZ650. I stepped up the size and the rear might be a tad to big, it is 130/90. There is literaly millimeters between the tire and the center stand when it is up. The tire doesnt rub as far as I can tell and I have put a few miles on them. when you kick the center stand down the left side will rub the tire on the way down. Could having this size on there be a problem? Do I need more clearance?
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Re: tire ??????
05 Sep 2007 11:07
It may depend on the brand of tire you bought, as well that it has a 90 profile as opposed to an 80 profile like most people have mounted on their 650's.
I have a 130/80-18 Dunlop GT501 mounted on my 650, and the only rubbing issue I've ever had was right at the edge of the tire against the plastic chain guard.
I simply notched the chain guard a little bit and all is well now.
I have a 130/80-18 Dunlop GT501 mounted on my 650, and the only rubbing issue I've ever had was right at the edge of the tire against the plastic chain guard.
I simply notched the chain guard a little bit and all is well now.

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78 KZ650-B2 = SOLD
84 ZN700 LTD = SOLD
84 ZX750 GPz = SOLD
89 GSX1100F Katana = SLEEPING

20 VN1700 Vulcan Vaquero (the Blue Cowboy)
Looking for my next project KZ
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Re: tire ??????
05 Sep 2007 15:08
Well I had my buddy who works at a shop order me some tires. He looked up the bike and said it should fit. it does to a degree. I just didnt know if having the center stand that close to the tire could be a problem when riding. It only rubs when you push the stand down.
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