(07-08-2020, 07:07 AM)jimgl3_imp Wrote: I would rather see you put a 130 than a 160. And if you do, please let me know how it goes and provide photos if possible. I have really considered it myself. Whereas, I would NOT put a 160 on it. It's my prerogative!

side note: I just replaced the Pirelli's on my Harley with Shinko's and have never been happier! All the performance of the Pirelli's for less than the cost of the Rear Pirelli!

(07-09-2020, 10:19 AM)jimgl3_imp Wrote: peterbaron, I just don't like oversize tires. In my experience they eventually cause problems, at least potentially. whereas, undersized should pose no problems unless you riding like a squid...

E11even, rear is SE890 Journey front is 230 Tour Master. Pegs dragging (feeler screws removed) wet or dry, brake or gas, no problem! Amazing tires!!! I'm guessing around 9k miles like the Pirelli's. My lowrider (2018) has haunted the mirrors of many a sportbike on hwy's 19/129 and 60 in the N Ga. mountains...

(07-01-2020, 06:12 AM)E11even_Hunnit_imp Wrote: I know this is both counter-intuitive and unpopular opinion when it comes to the real wheel but,

Has anyone ever ran 130's at the rear?

I know most will say "you should stick to OEM 140 spec" but there seems to be lots of people running different sizes at the rear with no real issues(albeit wider, not thinner)

This is a GREAT tire I have used with success in the past, but unfortunately the widest they are made for 18" wheels is 130
https://www.ebay.com/itm/130-90-18-Shinko-230-Tour-Master-Rear-Tire-/333593364637?vxp=mtr&hash=item4dabb6c89d

This is particularly tempting at this price point, but the thought/science behind running a thinner-than-OEM rear wheel is beyond me at this moment, hence I'd like to hear everyone's thoughts on this...