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Tire selection question... 850 1999

posted by  Simon Linton on  Fri Mar 15 11:27 CST 2002
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I've moved from Kumho Ecstas to the Michelin Pilot Sports on 17" wheels on my 850R and the Kumhos are definitely less grippy and also give a much harsher ride.

Both these characteristics will be even more apparent on 18" rims; cheap tyres are the falsest of false economies as they're the only thing keeping you on the road.

And since the C70 already has a pitiful turning circle, I'd avoid wider than standard rubber or you won't be able to go round corners at all!






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