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Old 12-10-2009, 03:45 PM   #1
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Originally Posted by Phenix_Rider View Post
Why put a 160 on such a small bike? I mean, obviously a 110/100-18 is a weird size, but something that doesn't destroy tires and rims would be better, right?
For better traction and as much surface area for a contact patch as possible. The previous tire was a 170/65 dunlop slick. The previous bike owner bought the 160 n threw it in the deal with the bike. However he didnt calculate the correct size tire, but luckily I got it to fit. BTW my wheels are the standard 17" sportbike size, the rear is only about 5" wide similar to a ninja 250 or even an SV.
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