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Tire size

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by Noffy07, Oct 26, 2009.

  1. Noffy07

    Noffy07 New Member

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    So, I'm putting new tires on my Maxim 650, and I was wondering if anyone might know if I can put a little wider tire on the rear, strickly for aesthetic purposes? If so, what size do you know of?
     
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    Good question...I have an XJ900 with a standard 120 rear tire. I'm wondering whether a 130 size (slightly wider) tire will fit on the rear. It'll clear the swingarm on the right side but I have my doubts about whether it'll clear the swingarm/shaft drive on the left hand side.
     
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    My understanding is that 120 is the widest that can be fitted.
     
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    Well, I currently have a 130/80-16 on now, and all clearances are good. I just want something that looks a little more "squat" back there to go along with the fender size I am using.
     
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    wizard and redcentre are talking Seca's....

    You might get a 140 in there, but it won't really make it look that much fatter IMO.
     
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    I have a 130 on my 900, it fitted no worries.
     
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