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Old 11-28-2010, 09:49 AM   #7
Easy Rider
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Re: Running "Darkside"

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Originally Posted by Water Warrior
Thousands of riders with touring rigs are happy with tire wear and performance.
That is pretty much the key for me.
As long as most of your riding is in a straight line.......and you start to drag parts with a 15 degree lean.......then why not.
I have, however, ridden a bike before with the rear worn flat in the center and it was NOT FUN.
I suspect that many of those who change don't really know enough about riding to actually know when the handling goes to hell.

Burk: 1/4 clearance doesn't sound like much to me. The tire will expand and change profile a tiny bit when inflated; everything will have to be just perfect for it not to rub.
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