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actual, tyre width?

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by bensalf, May 10, 2020.

  1. bensalf

    bensalf Well-Known Member

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    hi all,
    I am doing some modifications to a xj600 euro model, I am wanting to put a wider and smaller rear wheel on it, I managed to source a wheel and drum brake off a yx600 radian 3.50x 16, the wheel fits in great with everything lining up with a bit of spacer machining, my question is how wide is a 130 x16 rear tyre.
    yes I know it should be 130mm, but the original wheel tyre, is a 120mm and that measures 128mm. I have about 6mm clearance to the drive chain,
    can anyone that has a 130 rear tyre please measure the actual width for me ,and what make of tyre it is.
    thanks ,stu.
     
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    6mm to chain that would be 12mm potential width increase. Therefore using the 128mm as reference 128 + 12 = 140mm, meaning you could (in theory) have a 140mm tire?
    I have the rear off my '82 XJ 750 Maxim at my shop, I'll measure it later today.
    Cheers, 50gary
     
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    yes thanks 50gary, that's what I make it, but would be good to know any differences in manufacturers.
    thanks
     
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    can anyone help, ?----- "pretty please" :)
    stu
     
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