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Old Feb 14, 2007 | 11:25 AM
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Default tire size for 21"?

Anybody with a 21" front wheel buy a different kind of tire besides dunlop?
I bought a 90/90 21 for the front? is that the right size?
THe dunlop just says 90, but not both sizes?

Haven't put on yet, i just want to make sure that is the correct size for my wheel.
 
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Old Feb 14, 2007 | 05:20 PM
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Default RE: tire size for 21"?

I got this from a Metzeler catalog:

96-06 XL1200C Sporty

Metzeler UPGRADE: 90/90-21 TL 54H ME880
Metzeler OE:MH90-21
 
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Old Feb 14, 2007 | 05:42 PM
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I'm a fan of the Avon Venoms.
Metzelers and Dunlops are very good as well.
Just be advised it's smart to have the same manufacturer/model on front and back.
My stock 21" Custom, Spoke wheel uses the 90/90-21 tire.

http://www.avon-tyres.co.uk/motorcyc...specs&id=1
 
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Old Feb 14, 2007 | 10:38 PM
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Anyone ever try a 100/90-21 on the front of a 1200C?


 
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Old Feb 14, 2007 | 11:22 PM
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Good. sounds like i got the correct tire. just gotta put the rear wheel on and both tires and i'll be done.
 
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