Subject: Speaking of tires...
Author: Greg Bender
Date: Apr 18, 2005, 10:48 AM
Post ID: 1718721713
This past Saturday, I replaced my 120/90 front and rear with a 100/90
front and a 110/90 rear. My rear tire was worn out and I wanted to try
the narrower tires. I've only got about 75 miles on them so far and they
aren't even scuffed in properly yet, but I'm already impressed with my
new found skills in the twisties. This made a HUGE difference for me as
I was able to take corners much quicker. I can't say whether or not the
shortened height will affect me much in the turns, yet. I kind of think
it won't be a problem for me due to my longer rear shocks...but I'll
have to wait and see.
On a side note, the tires don't fill the fenders as well as the 120s did
- and so don't look as tough and hefty, in my opinion.
If anyone wants an Avon AM41 Venom-X 120/90-18 71H front tire with 5/32
of tread left, let me know. Cost of shipping is all you need to pay.
It's just going to sit and rot in my garage until I make a trip to the
county dump. As for the worn out rear tire, I'm sure you all already
have your share of them. :> Ken Pitts, weren't you going to try 120s
this year?
Regards,
Greg Bender
1971 Ambassador
2000 Quota
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