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Another tire size question for a 83 Maxim xj650cc

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by silverdollar, Jun 25, 2011.

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    I am about to purchase new tires for my 1983 maxim xj650cc and I wanted to know what is the widest front and rear tire I can place on the bike without any cutting, welding, etc. I have the Haynes book and already know the OEM standards for tires. I have search through out the threads and they are endless and I have not found the answer to my question, maybe someone has traveled into the unknown and found something that works.

    Well, whatever info would greatly be appreciated.
     
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    Without changing the wheels, you can run a 100/90-19 front and go up one width on the rear (130 to a 140 I believe but not sure) and that's it. Any bigger and stuff starts to rub.
     
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    Hey fitz, how do those tire sizes handle?
     
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    Thanks Fritz, I just purchased a set of Shinko 130/60/-16 rear and 100/90-19 for the from "bike bandit," great prices!!!

    Maybe later I will do a front end swap with a R1 or R6 for a wider front tire. Both for now the OEM standards will do just fine.
     
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    If anyone has any info on front end swaps with a R1 or R6 please post or PM me, thanks.
     
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