rear tyre - size question

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hardnutdvd
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rear tyre - size question

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i just wondered
the standard size on the arse end of an RVF400 is a 150/60 - 17

are there any other sizes that would fit a rear rvf wheel without any modification or changes needing to be made?
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Re: rear tyre - size question

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160/60/17
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Re: rear tyre - size question

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As Derek has said the 160 will fit on the rim but depending on tyre mfg it might distort a little / you may have chain clearance issues.

It seems to be a personal thing as some people really dont like the feel of the 160 while otheres dont notice any difference?
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hardnutdvd
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Re: rear tyre - size question

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it was the chain clearance i was most unsure about...
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Re: rear tyre - size question

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Then go with the 150.

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