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22 May 2014 09:34
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Smaller rim front that will look like my LTD rim. Want 17 or smaller. Any ideas?
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Re: Tire

22 May 2014 09:57
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You may want to do a bit more research before deciding on changing the front tire size by that much. If you switch from the stock 19" to a 17" or smaller wheel without making other modifications you will change the steering geometry (including decreased trail) and may make the bike's steering too quick (twitchy) and reduce straight line stability. Ed
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Re: Tire

22 May 2014 10:36
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How about making the rear larger? I want the line of the motorcycle to go at a more negative slope instead of positive.
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Re: Tire

22 May 2014 10:46
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That will have a similar affect. Ed
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Re: Tire

22 May 2014 11:43
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Lots of Kawasaki KZ pattern 18" fronts available. If you find one that will support a wider, and taller, tire, the steering geometry change won't be overly drastic.
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Re: Tire

22 May 2014 12:16
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A Honda Nighthawk
400

or Honda Interceptor
400


BOTH have 16" wheels. Try it. What's the worst that could happen? :blink:
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