2020 SSR XF250 rim change

BassmanBiker · 06-03-2021, 11:17 AM

I am looking at going with a bigger front rim and tire on my xf250. I am new to the forum and have searched in previous threads for info on what fits the bike and have had no luck finding. Can someone lead me in the right direction on what will fit the bike, or direct me to a thread with this info.

Thanks n advance

TxTaoRider · 06-03-2021, 11:42 AM

What size are you going to?

BassmanBiker · 06-03-2021, 12:12 PM

Stock it has 130/70-17 on rear and 110/70-17 on front. I am thinking a 19 on the front but i am new to dual sport bikes and am up for suggestions. I am planning on going to a little more aggressive tire like the Shinko 705 then the street tires it came with and thought i would go up on front rim while i am doing so.

TxTaoRider · 06-03-2021, 01:14 PM

The 19" is ok compromise for road/trail. 21" is better for trails... but I like it on the street too.

jcalis · 06-03-2021, 07:00 PM

17 rear will be fine for dualsport use, plenty of tires available.
I would gowith a 21" front if you can, that will give you the best selection of tires. Front end of your bike looks similar to an Orion RXB250L. If so Honda wheels may fit. I have an Orion and can compare front wheel measurements if you provide them.

BassmanBiker · 06-03-2021, 11:21 PM

The number on the front wheel is
J17 x MT 2.50 1218 DOT
Hoping this is what you are asking for I’m new to this.

dh · 06-04-2021, 10:21 PM

If you would be happy with 19" then you are in luck. The bike comes withe either a 17" or 19" front wheel option. You can call SSR and order an OEM 19" wheel.

jcalis · 06-05-2021, 09:56 AM

Those numbers describe the rim size. You need measurements of axle diameter and width to get an idea if a wheel will fit your bike. You would need a set of calipers to get decent measurements.
If you can easily get a19 from the dealer, that would be the way to go. It would fit without any modifications. Axle, hub, and brake rotor size would match.

TxTaoRider · 06-05-2021, 10:17 AM

If it helps, I've got my 19" from my tbr7 that I can measure anything youd like me to. I know it's a 12mm axle, and will interchange with many of the conventional forked dual sports. Remember th dual sports have the tangs for the speedometer.

dh · 06-05-2021, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by dh

If you would be happy with 19" then you are in luck. The bike comes withe either a 17" or 19" front wheel option. You can call SSR and order an OEM 19" wheel.

I was wrong. There is no 19" wheel standard. The dual sport comes with an 18" front wheel option with a fat front tire like mine. The supermoto comes with a 17 standard up front.

An 18" front wheel would give you more DS tire options but still limited. I have used both the Shinko 244 and 700 model tires. For an 18" wheel your front tire size will be 4.60-18.

dh · 06-05-2021, 10:54 AM

https://m.aliexpress.com/item/325985...bilesitedetail

21" front wheels used to be an option, and you can still get one apparently.

BassmanBiker · 06-06-2021, 03:26 PM

Thanks guys for all the responses and the link I think I may just order the 21” from the link.

david3921 · 06-07-2021, 07:03 AM

Be aware that your XF is Suzuki based so a DR200 (or other size) front tire might be a direct fit. Another option is to get a rim and have it laced to your hub. This might be the cheapest option based on the shipping charges from AliExpress.

Also, 2LZ's Qlink has a 21" front and may be a direct bolt on. You might still be able to order it.

TxTaoRider · 06-07-2021, 08:05 AM

I've bought stuff from Roketa parts.com https://www.roketapartsdept.com/ as they carry parts for allot of Chinese bikes. If find your bike parts listed there or you find another that is similar, they probably have what you need. I got my front 21" rim from them, I just had to do some research for a similar model.

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BassmanBiker Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: Mountains of Southwest VA Posts: 5	2020 SSR XF250 rim change I am looking at going with a bigger front rim and tire on my xf250. I am new to the forum and have searched in previous threads for info on what fits the bike and have had no luck finding. Can someone lead me in the right direction on what will fit the bike, or direct me to a thread with this info. Thanks n advance
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06-03-2021, 11:42 AM	#2
TxTaoRider Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Flower Mound Texas Posts: 904	What size are you going to? __________________ 2021 Tao Tbr7 - "Lucille" Mods so far- Brozz swingarm, 21" front rim (Bridgestone Tw302 rear/Dunlop D606 front tires), Digital gauge cluster, pz30b pumper carb, after market hand guards, aftermarket brake and clutch levers, round fold away mirrors, Fly handlebars shortened slightly, 13t front sprocket 2009 Q-link Legacy 250 1982 Suzuki GS1100ES - "Jolene"
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06-03-2021, 01:14 PM	#4
TxTaoRider Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Flower Mound Texas Posts: 904	The 19" is ok compromise for road/trail. 21" is better for trails... but I like it on the street too. __________________ 2021 Tao Tbr7 - "Lucille" Mods so far- Brozz swingarm, 21" front rim (Bridgestone Tw302 rear/Dunlop D606 front tires), Digital gauge cluster, pz30b pumper carb, after market hand guards, aftermarket brake and clutch levers, round fold away mirrors, Fly handlebars shortened slightly, 13t front sprocket 2009 Q-link Legacy 250 1982 Suzuki GS1100ES - "Jolene"
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06-03-2021, 07:00 PM	#5
jcalis Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 15	17 rear will be fine for dualsport use, plenty of tires available. I would gowith a 21" front if you can, that will give you the best selection of tires. Front end of your bike looks similar to an Orion RXB250L. If so Honda wheels may fit. I have an Orion and can compare front wheel measurements if you provide them. __________________ 2019 RPS Hawk, 2020 OrionRXB-250L
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06-04-2021, 10:21 PM	#7
dh Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: NW Arkansas Posts: 454	If you would be happy with 19" then you are in luck. The bike comes withe either a 17" or 19" front wheel option. You can call SSR and order an OEM 19" wheel. __________________ 2013 SSR XF-250
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06-03-2021, 12:12 PM	#3
BassmanBiker Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: Mountains of Southwest VA Posts: 5	Stock it has 130/70-17 on rear and 110/70-17 on front. I am thinking a 19 on the front but i am new to dual sport bikes and am up for suggestions. I am planning on going to a little more aggressive tire like the Shinko 705 then the street tires it came with and thought i would go up on front rim while i am doing so.
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06-03-2021, 11:21 PM	#6
BassmanBiker Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: Mountains of Southwest VA Posts: 5	The number on the front wheel is J17 x MT 2.50 1218 DOT Hoping this is what you are asking for I’m new to this.
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06-05-2021, 09:56 AM	#8
jcalis Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 15	Those numbers describe the rim size. You need measurements of axle diameter and width to get an idea if a wheel will fit your bike. You would need a set of calipers to get decent measurements. If you can easily get a19 from the dealer, that would be the way to go. It would fit without any modifications. Axle, hub, and brake rotor size would match. __________________ 2019 RPS Hawk, 2020 OrionRXB-250L
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06-05-2021, 10:17 AM	#9
TxTaoRider Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Flower Mound Texas Posts: 904	If it helps, I've got my 19" from my tbr7 that I can measure anything youd like me to. I know it's a 12mm axle, and will interchange with many of the conventional forked dual sports. Remember th dual sports have the tangs for the speedometer. __________________ 2021 Tao Tbr7 - "Lucille" Mods so far- Brozz swingarm, 21" front rim (Bridgestone Tw302 rear/Dunlop D606 front tires), Digital gauge cluster, pz30b pumper carb, after market hand guards, aftermarket brake and clutch levers, round fold away mirrors, Fly handlebars shortened slightly, 13t front sprocket 2009 Q-link Legacy 250 1982 Suzuki GS1100ES - "Jolene"
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06-05-2021, 10:54 AM	#11
dh Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: NW Arkansas Posts: 454	https://m.aliexpress.com/item/325985...bilesitedetail 21" front wheels used to be an option, and you can still get one apparently. __________________ 2013 SSR XF-250
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06-06-2021, 03:26 PM	#12
BassmanBiker Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: Mountains of Southwest VA Posts: 5	Thanks guys for all the responses and the link I think I may just order the 21” from the link.
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06-07-2021, 07:03 AM	#13
david3921 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,043	Be aware that your XF is Suzuki based so a DR200 (or other size) front tire might be a direct fit. Another option is to get a rim and have it laced to your hub. This might be the cheapest option based on the shipping charges from AliExpress. Also, 2LZ's Qlink has a 21" front and may be a direct bolt on. You might still be able to order it. __________________ 2012 Kawasaki Versys 1984 Honda Magna V65 2016 Rhino 250 2016 Tao Tao 125D
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06-07-2021, 08:05 AM	#14
TxTaoRider Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Flower Mound Texas Posts: 904	I've bought stuff from Roketa parts.com https://www.roketapartsdept.com/ as they carry parts for allot of Chinese bikes. If find your bike parts listed there or you find another that is similar, they probably have what you need. I got my front 21" rim from them, I just had to do some research for a similar model. __________________ 2021 Tao Tbr7 - "Lucille" Mods so far- Brozz swingarm, 21" front rim (Bridgestone Tw302 rear/Dunlop D606 front tires), Digital gauge cluster, pz30b pumper carb, after market hand guards, aftermarket brake and clutch levers, round fold away mirrors, Fly handlebars shortened slightly, 13t front sprocket 2009 Q-link Legacy 250 1982 Suzuki GS1100ES - "Jolene"
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