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Message started by SavageGreaseMonkey13 on 10/19/08 at 18:43:49

Title: smaller tire sizes
Post by SavageGreaseMonkey13 on 10/19/08 at 18:43:49

Has anyone ever tried fitting a thinner rear tire on their Savage before like say a 130/90/15. Any suggestions on this setup or would it be better to stick with the stock 140/80/15? I dont care for the wide tire look at all. Im going to need some tires soon so just looking at my options. Thanks.

Title: Re: smaller tire sizes
Post by Paladin. on 10/19/08 at 19:18:32

Wonton Destruction recommended a 130/90-15 on the rear.

IRC specs their 140/80-15 at 24.09" dia x 5.04" width on a 3" rim.
Dunlop specs their D404 130/90-15 at 23.95" dia x 5.15" width on a 3" rim.

According to the tire maunfacturers, a 140/90-15 tire should be mounted on a 3.5" rim. We have a 2.75" rim. According to the tire people's specifications, the 130/90-15 is a better fit for our bike.

Title: Re: smaller tire sizes
Post by Educatedredneck on 10/19/08 at 20:55:19

I fit a 150/80-15 on my back rim with no issues, so, a 130 should be easy peasy.

Title: Re: smaller tire sizes
Post by PerrydaSavage on 10/21/08 at 03:19:19

A 90/90 tire on front instead of the stock 100/90 really smartens up the handling too!

Title: Re: smaller tire sizes
Post by mark_k on 11/01/08 at 17:41:27

Just had to replace OEM rear tire (IRC 140/80-15) due to a cut from a piece of metal. The replacement was a Dunlop 140/80-15. I really like the new tire, but when I was riding 2 up with my wife or daughter. I got a rub from the front attachment of the saddlebag holdout on the right side of the tire where the tread joins the sidewall. Seemed to happen only with 2 up and on bumpy road. Had stock springs which I always thought were a little soft, but decided to replace those with 11.5" Progressive 412's in the HD spring version. No more rub, but wondered if anyone else has had the same clearance problem.

Title: Re: smaller tire sizes
Post by Paladin. on 11/01/08 at 18:12:36

The 140/80-15 tire, mounted on a 3" wide rim, according to the manufacturers is:

5.04" wide for the IRC GS18 and
5.87" wide for the Dunlop K555. :-?

Title: Re: smaller tire sizes
Post by Digger on 12/05/08 at 19:51:30

505C4F565653524D4D3D0 wrote:

Hi Mark,

Just to set the record straight, I don't believe Dunlop offers a 140/80-15 tire. They DO offer a 140/90-15 tire, which will be a slightly taller tire than the OEM tire is. I don't think you would have had any rubbing problems if the tire you installed was a 140/80-15.

FWIW.....

Title: Re: smaller tire sizes
Post by Paladin. on 12/05/08 at 22:33:55

032E20202235470 wrote:

... Just to set the record straight, I don't believe Dunlop offers a 140/80-15 tire. They DO offer a 140/90-15 tire, which will be a slightly taller tire than the OEM tire is. I don't think you would have had any rubbing problems if the tire you installed was a 140/80-15.

http://www.denniskirk.com/jsp/tpl/tire/product.jsp?store=Main&catId=404&leafCatId=40402&skuId=652276&productId=p540531&mmyId=

Dunlop lists the 140-80/15 K555 tire as 24.17" tall and 5.87" wide on a 3" rim.
IRC lists the GS-18 140/80-15 tire as 24.09" tall and 5.03" wide on a 3" rim.

Tires of the same nominal size can vary considerably between manufacturers. The Dunlop, being .84" wider than the stock IRC, could possibly run on some bikes -- especially if not centered.

Title: Re: smaller tire sizes
Post by Max_Morley on 12/06/08 at 10:43:25

I use and like the Dunlop K555 140/80 x 15 that were original fitment on Honda PC 800's. Load rating is up slightly over OE as the Honda is water cooled V-twin, shaft drive, mini wing looking ride. If I had to move away from the Savage one of these would be on the short list. Max

Title: Re: smaller tire sizes
Post by Digger on 12/07/08 at 19:16:33

00313C3134393E500 wrote:

[quote author=032E20202235470 link=1224467030/0#6 date=1228535490]... Just to set the record straight, I don't believe Dunlop offers a 140/80-15 tire. They DO offer a 140/90-15 tire, which will be a slightly taller tire than the OEM tire is. I don't think you would have had any rubbing problems if the tire you installed was a 140/80-15.