Rear Tire - How Big Can I Go?

[miraclepieco]

Time for a rear tire replacement on my Storm 250 (pretty much like a Hawk). Stock size is 110/90-17. I'd like to go bigger - anyone know how big I can go?

[Thumper]

Originally Posted by miraclepieco

Time for a rear tire replacement on my Storm 250 (pretty much like a Hawk). Stock size is 110/90-17. I'd like to go bigger - anyone know how big I can go?

I put a 130/90-17 Tusk DSport on my Storm. It is still under $70 for that awesome tire. It has chain clearance, no problem (close!). This tire is fantastic on the Storm. But it is also great on the pavement for a knobby. I think it is the flattened area in the center of the tire, the oversized blocks and slightly closer spacing. But these characteristics do not effect off road performance. As I say, fantastic.

[miraclepieco]

Originally Posted by Thumper

I put a 130/90-17 Tusk DSport on my Storm. It is still under $70 for that awesome tire. It has chain clearance, no problem (close!). This tire is fantastic on the Storm. But it is also great on the pavement for a knobby. I think it is the flattened area in the center of the tire, the oversized blocks and slightly closer spacing. But these characteristics do not effect off road performance. As I say, fantastic.

Thanks man, just the info I needed. I really wanted a 130 but didn't know if it would fit.

How much air pressure do you run in that?

[Thumper]

This tire grips like superglue on the rim. Just make sure the rim is clean, no oil or soap residue when you mount the tire. Even without rimlocks, I can drop the pressure to below 20psi without worrying about shredding the tube. It is a stiff tire. But I generally run higher than that. It depends on the conditions.