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Offline Tews19

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« on: July 08, 2011, 08:43:17 AM »
Thanks all with the website to purchase the tires from... Major question now.. for my CB550k 78', I was informed to get the 100/90H-19 for the front Bridgstone SS spitfire and a 110/90H-18 for the rear... Is this correct because a local dealer told me i need a 90/90 for upfront........Please help as I am able to order them today and get them shipped today....
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Re: Tires
« Reply #1 on: July 08, 2011, 08:49:40 AM »
The tech site lists the tire as Rear 3.75 x 18in. The manual would probably be more specific concerning profile info.

3.75in converts approximately to 95.25mm if that helps you.

Other people can probably chime in with 550's to help.

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Re: Tires
« Reply #2 on: July 08, 2011, 08:59:06 AM »
Here are the spec's from the Avon website. As you see, the 90/90-19 and 3.25-19 have the same recommended minimum rim size, 1.85", which is the width of the stock 550 rims (front and rear both), and same width. The 3.25-19 is slightly larger in diameter (abt 1/2 inch) so running a 90/90 would throw your speedo off a bit, but they aren't that accurate anyway. The 100/90 technically requires a wider rim than our bikes have, but I know plenty of members use that size anyway.

     size     rec rim (in)   alt rim (in) min/max   width (mm)  dia (mm)
    3.25-19       2.15                1.85 - 2.50                    98              664 
  90/90-19       2.15                1.85 - 2.50                    99              647 
100/90-19       2.50                2.15 - 2.75                   109             671


The stock 3.25-19 front is not hard to come by (it was a common size front in the 70's and early 80's), but the 3.75-18 rear is virtually impossible to find. The 110/90-18 is an acceptable compromise. Some members recommend a 4.00-18, but its wider and larger around than the 110/90 and even though they have the same minimum rim size, I would stick with the narrower tire. Here's the specs for the 2 different rear tire options:

     size     rec rim (in)   alt rim (in) min/max   width (mm)  dia (mm)
     4.00-18       2.50            2.15 - 3.00                 116              671
 100/90-18       2.50            2.15 - 2.75                 108              642
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Re: Tires
« Reply #3 on: July 08, 2011, 11:34:53 AM »
Ya i was able to get a hold of a shop that can do the Avon riders for 410... tires, tubes, and rubber thing around rim...

they also offered the IRC GS11- installed for 364..... They will also adjust chain.. Sounds dumb as they were going to charge me 45 to adjust my chain if I didnt not get tires....

Both tires are to factory spec... Any suggestions if the tire itself is worth it and if either brand is the one to go with...


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Re: Tires
« Reply #4 on: July 08, 2011, 11:58:25 AM »
I've had the Roadriders on two very different bikes, my 17hp 380 pound Enfield 500 Single and my 125hp, 480lb FJ1200.

The tires worked well on the FJ, but they were a revalation on the Enfield compared to the stock tires, which were a knock off of the Bridgestones that came stock on our bike. Not only did the handling vastly improve, so did the ride quality.

Overall I highly recommend them. They are fairly priced, and after 5,000 miles on my FJ they showed very little wear.
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Re: Tires
« Reply #5 on: July 08, 2011, 06:38:30 PM »
Has anyone ever purchased tires from Amazon? I couldn't find it while searching the website....
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Re: Tires
« Reply #6 on: July 08, 2011, 07:55:52 PM »
I would not pay $410 for two tires! or $364.

Have you shopped www.motorcyclesuperstore.com ?

I bought 2 Bridgestone Spitfires, 2 tubes and 2 rim trips for less than $200. Then paid a local guy in a small bike shop $50 bucks to install.

I would run from any shop that charges $45 to adjust a chain! It literally takes 10 min.
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Re: Tires
« Reply #7 on: July 08, 2011, 08:08:56 PM »
Thanks Steve... So what would be the proper tire size, meaning do I go with a 3.25x19 for the front and a 3.75x18 for the rear? I want to order them with tube and the rubber rim thing..... Yeah I know embarrassing, I still call items which I do not know the proper name the thing...

Did you take off the rims and bring them into the shop for that price? I really want to learn how to do the work on my bike but I am worried I may mess her up... Literally why I have a parts bike KZ650 to learn how to work on and take apart.... I work on the one KZ, remove parts that I need for my other and go from there..

I do not have another 550 to experiment on....
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Re: Tires
« Reply #8 on: July 08, 2011, 08:26:04 PM »
Here's what I bought for my 550:

Frt: 90/90-19" $57   http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/28/396/6020/ITEM/Bridgestone-S11-Spitfire-Sport-Touring-Blackwall-Front-Tire.aspx?WT.ac=SLIsearch

Back:  110/90-18" $66  http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/28/396/6018/ITEM/Bridgestone-S11-Spitfire-Sport-Touring-Blackwall-Rear-Tire.aspx?WT.ac=SLIsearch

I bought these after reading many positive reviews on this forum. I know you will be happy. You don't have the proper tire irons to do the job - let a pro do it, but not the Honda dealer.
 I brought my bike to the small local shop and he did it, well worth the $50.

Good Luck.
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Re: Tires
« Reply #9 on: July 08, 2011, 08:29:13 PM »
Thanks man, you have been a huge help... Curious though, how did you learn so much about bikes? Is it what you do for a profession?

How can I post a bike of my bike like you have under your name?
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Re: Tires
« Reply #10 on: July 08, 2011, 08:58:10 PM »
Thanks man, you have been a huge help... Curious though, how did you learn so much about bikes? Is it what you do for a profession?

How can I post a bike of my bike like you have under your name?

No, I'm not a "Pro", I just have a passion for these old bikes! I have four bikes now, just bought another CB750 today! Plus I like to help "new" guys like you, one day you'll do the same.

Go to the top of this page, click on profile, then forum profile. Click on "upload an avatar" and upload a pic.
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Re: Tires
« Reply #11 on: July 08, 2011, 09:11:51 PM »
The new bike is the one you posted pics of with the fairing and then without correct?

I am taking mine off including luggage this week... I have to look into Wisconsin law to see if I can drive during the day without turn signals as I have to find some to order...
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Re: Tires
« Reply #12 on: July 08, 2011, 09:17:23 PM »
I run 120 /90/18 dunlop D440 on my cb550 but mine is a 74 and has a little more horse then the ones that followed but i can assure you that i have never paid more than 180.00 for these premium tires and they ride so much nicer than the stock size much more confident ride as the D404 are a very sticky tire and the wider size makes for a nice ride plus the cb550 frame is rigid enough to handle it but they are so sticky that i would recomend bead screws to keep from spinning the rim in the tire
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Re: Tires
« Reply #13 on: July 08, 2011, 09:23:54 PM »
I have the 404's on my Kz650 SR... I think I will follow the guidance of Stev-o, I do not want to mess her up and change her stockness.
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« Reply #14 on: July 08, 2011, 09:38:49 PM »
The new bike is the one you posted pics of with the fairing and then without correct?

No. The bike that had the fairing I got yesterday. Bought another today!!
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« Reply #15 on: July 09, 2011, 05:04:45 AM »
Pics?
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« Reply #16 on: July 09, 2011, 10:25:31 PM »
Ordered my tires today Stev-o.... 142 for everything... LOL thanks once again and if you have a headlight and F/R turn signals for my bike that would be great and maybe we can come to a price..
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« Reply #17 on: July 09, 2011, 10:42:07 PM »
Good to hear. I may have a headlight, will look later...
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Re: Tires
« Reply #18 on: July 11, 2011, 05:19:03 AM »
i also am looking to do tires, been looking at pirelli sport demon, avon roadrider, continental conti-go. anyone thoughts or expirience with pirelli and conti?

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« Reply #19 on: July 11, 2011, 05:26:10 AM »
I went with the spitfires. I decided to follow the experts on this site who have been an influence to many members. Figured they would know best
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Re: Tires
« Reply #20 on: July 11, 2011, 06:23:56 AM »
Tews, I also read throught all the posts here on tires and went with the same brand tires and size. I just got them delivered on friday from motorcycle super store. New tubes and rim strips. I am going to have them mounted Tomorrow on a 78 550k will let you know how them work out.
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« Reply #21 on: July 11, 2011, 07:19:39 AM »
Thanks bud, keep me posted. How long did the delivery take? I got an email stating they were shipped yesterday.
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« Reply #22 on: July 11, 2011, 08:16:51 AM »
I orderes them on Tues 7/5....I got one tube on the 7th, The other tube and the rim srtips on the 8th, and The tires came today.  Strange but it worked out
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Re: Tires
« Reply #23 on: July 13, 2011, 08:31:27 PM »
How have the tired worked for you???? How much did it cost to get them installed?

I got mine today.. They look sweet, now just waiting till the bike is out of the shop...
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« Reply #24 on: July 13, 2011, 08:33:45 PM »
Bring the tires to the shop!
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