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widest rear tire on 2.15x18 rim
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PostPosted: April 13, 2008, 1:08 pm    Post subject: widest rear tire on 2.15x18 rim
Anyone tell me what is the widest tire that can fit on the stock laced 2.15x18 wheel and clear all the swingarm, brake arm, chain guard, etc.?

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PostPosted: April 13, 2008, 1:14 pm    Post subject: Re: widest rear tire on 2.15x18 rim
A 120 will fit no problem but be aware that a wider tire will slow the steering and effect the handling. The bike was designed to use a 4.00 X 18 and rides and handles best running that size. That would be a 110 in metric sizing.
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PostPosted: April 13, 2008, 2:23 pm    Post subject: Re: widest rear tire on 2.15x18 rim
Thanks for the response 5. This info is very valuable and appreciated.

I would like to stay with the 110, however my selection of tires @110 is a bit more limited.

I am a still in planning stages and a ways off of purchasing.
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