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how big a tire on a 3.5 rim 15 Nov 2005 13:48 #8343

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Was wondering how big a tire I could safely fit on a 3.5 x 17 spoke ?

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how big a tire on a 3.5 rim 15 Nov 2005 15:04 #8359

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I think you will be limitted by the swingarm you have. What model bike do you have?
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how big a tire on a 3.5 rim 15 Nov 2005 16:36 #8379

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It's a 77 1000a. but it has a old v/h 2 inch over arm on it.clearance shouldn't be a problem.

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how big a tire on a 3.5 rim 16 Nov 2005 10:13 #8477

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According to most tire charts, a 3.5" rim is the recommended width for a 150mm tire and the minimum for a 160mm. As long as you have the clearance, go for the 160!
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how big a tire on a 3.5 rim 16 Nov 2005 17:22 #8553

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Thanks for the info.We will see what happens.

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