bast_uk
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Looking to fit a fatter/chunkier front tyre to my speedmaster anybody any experience with this ? currently have 110 lasertec fitted with a metzeler rear was thinking a 120 or if possible a 130.Front fender is coming off so no worries there.
Any tyre size recomendations and UK suppliers ?
Thanks.
Edited by bast_uk (08/15/08 11:09 AM)
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Fasteddy
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JUst saw Gooseman's bike and it has a 120 on the front with stock fender that just needed to be raised, looked realy cool with a tight fit. So the answer is yes on your tire, if no fender, 130 may well work.
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BrianT
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A Metzler Marathon XXL 130/70-18 fits very well, no mods needed.
It's only 3mm taller than a stock 110/80.
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Chip
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Is there any noticeable change in handeling with the larger tire? I always felt that the more similar the width of the tire the better the handeling. Could be just me though.
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BrianT
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It handles great. I have no problem with the quick-twitch, this-moron's-going-to-run-me-over, snap out of the way.
 
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EDG1911
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Quote:
It handles great. I have no problem with the quick-twitch, this-moron's-going-to-run-me-over, snap out of the way.
I have to concur.
After seeing BrianT's post from way back  about the 130/70 fitting I had one put on a few months ago and I like it much better than the lazertech.
Edited by EDG1911 (08/16/08 11:38 AM)
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Harald73
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Installed the Marathon 880 130/70-18 front tire yesterday and it sure looks alot better. After a short test ride I must say she handles great and steady. A little bit harder to turn on corners but nothing to worry about.
P.S. Installed the Progressive Suspension fork springs at the same time (thanks to fasteddy) and they also make a big difference over stock springs.
 
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Grzegorz
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best place to buy tyres in uk is e bay and seller "roundandblack" best prices and quick delivery and if you want to buy more than one tyre (two or tubes) message him first to avoid multiple postage
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1funride
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That's da biggest rear tire (low profile) that can be fit on with having to chop up the chain guard etc?
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roadworthy
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I have a 120/90 on mine, had to trim out the center of the fender mounting bracket
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