Topic: Tire for CB500 K0

[jkminer]

I have a 71 CB500 K0 that the tire size is supposed to be 3.50 x 18 from what I have read.  The problem is that I cannot find a tire in that size.  Does anyone have recommendations on where I can get a stock sized tire for this bike?  I would like an older styled tire, but at this point will take just about anything that will fit.  I bought a k70 for the front because I didn't think I would have to replace the rear, but have since changed my mind and can't find a tire in the right size.  Thanks for the help

[bryanj]

Dunlop TT100 in4.10x18 is the correct size and a 4.25x19 will fit as thats the 550 size. Or try a Metzeler in 4.00x18. the extra wont hurt

[jkminer]

So it wont be a problem running a 4" tire on the bike that was supposed to have a 3.5" originally?

[bryanj]

550 did with all the sameparts so no

[DavePhipps]

What I'm putting on mine

Pirelli Sport Demon Motorcycle Tire  99.00 BikeBandit 100/90  19
Pirelli Sport Demon Motorcycle Tire 102.00 BikeBandit 110/90  18

[SteveD CB500F]

My 500/4 has Avon Roadrunners 100/90H19 front and 110/90H18 rear

We all used 4.25/85 rears in the old days - that was when we thought that wider tyres gave more grip...