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Fat Tire 590
Posted: Thu Apr 22, 2021 6:13 pm
by Salt Lake K5 Guy
I’m thinking of trying out one of the Shinko 505 cheater tires on my 02 KX500. Has anybody tried putting a 120/90-19 on their 5 hundo? A buddy has one he’s not going to use because he got rid of his 19” rim. Looks like it might be a tad too fat, as the 110/90 I have on there now already looks like it’s using up most of the space there.
Thanks, all y’all.
Re: Fat Tire 590
Posted: Fri Apr 23, 2021 3:35 pm
by Sandblaster
Since all tires are not created equal you will likely just have to try it.
I have ran a 130 on my KX500 and it barely fit..
I had to remove the chain guard and then re-install it after the tire was on, but it worked.
On my Supermoto I run a 160 and it barely fits.
It's a chore to get it around the brake caliper even with the chain guard removed and I have to run a spacer on my sprocket so the chain does not rub on the tire... But it works
Re: Fat Tire 500
Posted: Fri Apr 23, 2021 7:03 pm
by Salt Lake K5 Guy
Well, I suppose I’ll give it a go then.
If you got a 130 in there, I should be able to squeeze in a 120. The Geomax AT 81RC that’s on there now is a 110, but it measures about 120.
Thanks,
Brent.
Re: Fat Tire 590
Posted: Fri Apr 23, 2021 8:09 pm
by Sandblaster
Yep, tire sizes are all over the place.
You think it wouldn't be difficult to get it right...
Re: Fat Tire 500
Posted: Tue May 11, 2021 7:14 am
by Salt Lake K5 Guy
Well, for anyone out there who wants to try this tire on a KX500, it fits. Barely. But, it fits. The chain is the only obstacle. I’ll let y’all know how I like this tire when I get a chance to ride it. Here’s a quick pic.
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Re: Fat Tire 590
Posted: Wed May 12, 2021 6:14 am
by Sandblaster
Excellent info
Thanks
Re: Fat Tire 590
Posted: Fri May 14, 2021 5:29 am
by Salt Lake K5 Guy
While we are on the subject,
Sort of,
I’m looking to put a second back wheel together for the 02 KX500, so I don’t have to run my soft tire on the road , and for a paddle from time to time. If I could find a whole wheel in good shape, that would be cool. Otherwise, what hubs work well without any mods? Any suggestions on where to find one, preferably at least a complete hub/disc. Bare stuff is ok too. I’m planning on new rims for my current wheels in the fall, so worst case, I can just build a new back one now.
Thanks,
Brent.
Re: Fat Tire 590
Posted: Fri May 14, 2021 8:48 pm
by Sandblaster
2 bearing 89-96 KX125 KX250 KX500
3 bearing 97-98 KX125 KX250 97-04 KX500
eBay
Re: Fat Tire 590
Posted: Wed May 19, 2021 5:53 am
by Salt Lake K5 Guy
I currently have a 3 bearing one
Re: Fat Tire 590
Posted: Wed May 26, 2021 1:43 am
by Salt Lake K5 Guy
Haven’t really seen anything that appealing on eBay lately. Any other ideas?