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Old 01-21-2008, 05:39 PM
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Default Tire size question

I know it's a stupid question that I shouldn't even post but fuck it.

I have a 120/70R17 on my front now. Well, it's done. Would it be ok to go with a 120/60R17 or no?
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Old 01-21-2008, 05:43 PM
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whynot?

just be a shorter tire
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Originally Posted by rollingstock
whynot?

just be a shorter tire
Meh, I figured that was it. Just making sure.
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a 120/60 will turn in slightly faster, but be slightly less stable on corner exits on the gas.

honestly, most people would never notice the difference between a 60 and a 70.

and yeah, it's fine for the rim size, if that's what you were getting at
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yes sir but the 120/70 is better in the corners...but you wont be hitting those anytime soon... lol


edit damn we must have been writing at the same time
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Originally Posted by Kells<3's Bikes
yes sir but the 120/70 is better in the corners...but you wont be hitting those anytime soon... lol
Yea right. The second she gets tags.
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Originally Posted by Kells<3's Bikes
yes sir but the 120/70 is better in the corners...but you wont be hitting those anytime soon... lol

depends on what you're looking for. see also my previous post. everything is give and take.
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Skrooz is right as the 60 series will turn in faster but you will get more lean angle with the 70 series.....
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Skrooz is right as the 60 series will turn in faster but you will get more lean angle with the 70 series?

nah, you can lean just as far on a 60, it's profile just makes it a bit less stable on corner exits. like i said though, 99% of the street riders would never notice the difference.
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Originally Posted by skr00zloose
nah, you can lean just as far on a 60, it's profile just makes it a bit less stable on corner exits. like i said though, 99% of the street riders would never notice the difference.

Well, I know that on the track buddy that I get more lean angle and more contact patch with the 70 series.... in fact, my race slicks are 120/75 series profile in front and 190/65 in rear. LOL
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