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DHawk2
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Posted: 07/11/05
03:02 PM
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I was just wondering if anyone knows if there are any pro's or con's to going up a size on the rear tire.
My bike came with a stock 180/55ZR17 (gsx-r600). I was thinking about going with a 190/55ZR17 when I get a new set. Will it be any better to go with the bigger size or just stick with what size came from the factory?
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Vitaly
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Posted: 07/11/05
03:46 PM
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http://sportrider.com/tech/tires/146_0206_size/
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Posted: 07/11/05
04:40 PM
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I would stay with the 180. Depending on the rim size of
the GSX-R600 and your choice of tire, a 190 may alter the
handling of the bike- It might or might not work for you.
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DHawk2
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Posted: 07/11/05
06:10 PM
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I think I will stay with the 180.
As far as the choice of tire I have it down to 3:
Pirelli Diablo
Dunlop D208 ZR
Michelin Pilot Power
Right now I am leaning towards the Pirelli,I have several friends that have been using these and they are very happy with them.
Any thoughts on which one would be a good choice?
I do my riding on the roads,with plenty of time spent in the twisties.
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Posted: 07/12/05
01:30 PM
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I think you're making a good decision sticking with the 180. The 190 would definitely slow your steering down, and the 180 has a big enough contact patch for your bike to put power down. Out of your list of tires, I would suggest the Pirelli. I use Diablo Corsas on my bike and honestly, they are the best tire I've used on the street. The Corsas, however, wear much too quickly for the street, which I know also has to do with the power my ZX-10 is making. But the regular Diablo has the same profile and manufacturing tech in it...and it's a great tire. Seriously, with Pirelli, it's almost impossible to go wrong. Good luck, and stay safe.
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