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put a stock size back on the front: impressions
05/03/13 at 12:01:50
 
The (first) last time I replaced my front tire i accidently ordered a 110-90-19.  I got it mounted on the wheel, then found out my fender was too small!  I ended up raising the fender about 1.5 " with brackets made of 1/8 steel.  I ran it that way for about ?? 12K ??  Didn't really notice much of a difference going to the larger tire at that time.  

It was time to replace again, I went back to the 100-90-19 (same model- Kenda Challenger).  First ride was this AM-

I was surprised- handling was considerably improved with the stock size tire.  I really noticed it when hitting curves fairly hard.  It feels a lot more stable.  (Not much difference going straight, maybe a little easier to start into turn from going straight)

Maybe my fender bracket allowed a little more flex than just the fender?  3-4 years ago when i switched it maybe i just didn't curve as hard?  

(I do think it looked a little better with the bigger tire and higher fender)
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Re: put a stock size back on the front: impression
Reply #1 - 05/03/13 at 12:11:24
 
I imagine the taller tire would increase rake, very slightly, and also shift weight to the rear... very slightly again...
I doubt if I would notice...

Maybe you just have a better, fresher tire... (that, I would notice)...

You gotta' love fresh meat on pavement... Huh...
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Reply #2 - 05/03/13 at 13:31:05
 
Next time, try a 2.75 or 3.00-19, in conjunction with a 130 rear... you'll scare yourself with how much faster the bike turns... and the 130/?-15 rear is for a Honda super scooter (Pacific Coast), serious life span on our bikes.

Tried that combo on Max Morley's advice years ago... turns your "Slopoki Salvage" into a decent handling machine...  Roll Eyes

It is tricky to find a long lasting tire in skinny 19 inch though...
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Reply #3 - 05/03/13 at 14:50:58
 
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Reply #4 - 05/03/13 at 16:21:55
 
Isn't that bike, nicknamed the Flying Urinal?... Grin...
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