Well, I pulled the trigger and answered my own questions - best gamble I ever took.

All work performed by East Coast Super Bikes in Long Island, NY.

1. The stock WG rim is 5.5 inches wide, unlike I was told 4.5. I measured it myself, as did the Shop. No issues fitting the tire.
2. The Metzeler is actually the same width on the rim as the stock Craplop. The difference really shows in the side-wall and overall roundness of the tire. It's definately beefier, and looks that way on the bike.
3. Plenty of side-wall clearence in the fender and near the belt. NO CHANCE of any rubbing. Even the Shop manager was impressed. He thought it would be tight, but once it went on he was so convinced he's going to recommend this as the replacement tire for the Craplop.
4. The ride is 100% better. It grips the road like a freakin' electro magnet. I ride on Long Island, on the Belt Parkway, Sunrise Highway... I hit some serious bumps and pot-holes... no rubbing of any kind... and I weigh 195.
5. The roll in and out of turns is 100 better. You feel it instanly. Unlike the Craplop which is flatter, the Metzeler will hug the turn, and roll right back up instantly like a Jap racer.
6. Looks massive and just right... something about the amount of rubber on both front and back just gives it a very agressive look.

So there you have it... slammed... and all... it all worked fine! Go for it.. you won't regret getting the Metzeler 200.

You be the talk of the club, kids will wear t-shirts in your honor, towns will have parades... women will instantly drop to their knees and unzip... well... maybe not.

I hope this helps anyone looking to make the change. I can post more pics if you need to see more.

James

 

All you need is the fender led light to fill the back out. Looks GREAT!

 

So what your telling me is I have the same year and bike as you so I have a 5.5" rear rim vs 4.5" well thats fricken sweet 200's here we come!!!! Looks great thanks for the information and review!

P.S. get a chrome lower belt guard if it will fit with your slammers would look sharp on your rig!

P.P.S. We always need/want MORE PICS!!!

 

Congrats on the nice looking bike. Just wonder why "your" wheel is 5.5" tho?

 

Badass!! I will be getting a 200 installed when I get back!!

 

Specs of the stock rims dont think you got a 5.5 dude I was really hopeing it could be true.

• Rear
21 in. x 2.15 in. (533.40 mm x 54.61 mm)
17 in. x 4.50 in. (431.80 mm x 114.30 mm)

 

Ya I ain't gonna call the guy out. But I would be very interested in knowing more about these wheels.

 

You and me both I want to put a 200 out back but not going to spend the dough on a new rim at this point in time.

 

I'm skeptical as well. I plan on pulling the pin on a Crossbones rim for the mod soon. Got it all lined up with a shop. Just waiting for my honey to buy my "xmas" present. Hopefully xmas comes early this year!!

 

Where are you getting it from and what are you paying if you dont mind me asking. I have been considering this as well when the rear tire needs a replacement which is realitively soon.