Tire questions - Page 5

**jonathan180iq** · 07-02-2008, 05:46 PM

umm... 110\90-16

samato · 07-02-2008, 05:53 PM

My front still has plenty of tread also but it's got some cracking on the sides. My rear basically has no tread in the middle. I'm pretty sure these are the original tires for this bike. I really need some tires ASAP and I'm going nuts trying to get them. It hasn't been easy to find inner tubes or rim strips either unless I want to buy from several different places (which I don't). This is crazy! Hopefully it won't be this hard to find front brake pads, which I also need right away.

I'll let you guys know if I have any luck.

P.S. I just installed some ammo cans as saddlebags. I used the SAW boxes. I'll post pics after I get through this tire ordeal.

samato · 07-02-2008, 07:37 PM

UPDATE, 8:28pm: These tires are not available either. Man, this is crazy! Looks like the only option is OEM. Something like $146 for the front and $135 for the rear. I really don't know what to do now because I can't afford that much right now but I need the tires ASAP.

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So here's what I think I'm going to buy:

http://www.bikebandit.com/product/10843 front tire
http://www.bikebandit.com/product/3648 rear tire
http://www.bikebandit.com/product/11113 front tube
http://www.bikebandit.com/product/11109 rear tube

I can't seem to find the right rim strips on bikebandit.com so I'm thinking I might just re-use the old ones.

If anyone has comments, questions, or objections I'd love to hear them before it's too late. I plan to place my order tonight (soon).

**jonathan180iq** · 07-03-2008, 08:37 AM

As long as the rim strip isn't damaged in anyway, I would reuse it. I have done this several times on my bicycle tires.

Also, make sure that you get the version of those tires that accept tubes. The little description on the link says "tubeless".

Easy Rider · 07-03-2008, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by jonathan180iq

Also, make sure that you get the version of those tires that accept tubes. The little description on the link says "tubeless".

Well, you're gonna have to explain that to me.
I don't think anybody makes "tube only" tires anymore.......except maybe for bicycles.

Is there some reason you think that a tubeless tire will not work on a rim that requires a tube ?? :??:

samato · 07-03-2008, 09:26 AM

I have the same question. I thought you could just put a tube in a tubeless tire and it would be fine. Is that not the case?

Easy Rider · 07-03-2008, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by samato

I have the same question. I thought you could just put a tube in a tubeless tire and it would be fine. Is that not the case?

Yes, I think so. That kinda was my point. Was I too subtle? :cool:

samato · 07-03-2008, 11:56 AM

I think I understood your point. My question was aimed at other members who may or may not agree I suppose.

**jonathan180iq** · 07-03-2008, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Easy Rider

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Originally Posted by jonathan180iq

Also, make sure that you get the version of those tires that accept tubes. The little description on the link says "tubeless".

Well, you're gonna have to explain that to me.
I don't think anybody makes "tube only" tires anymore.......except maybe for bicycles.

Is there some reason you think that a tubeless tire will not work on a rim that requires a tube ?? :??:

Well,

I've never had a motorcycle with tubes before this one and, as far as bicycles go, you never use a tube in a non-tubeless tire.

I haven't had to deal with motorcycles with tubes before. If interchangable tires are par for the course, then just ignore me.

Easy Rider · 07-03-2008, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by jonathan180iq

If interchangable tires are par for the course, then just ignore me.

That would be no fun!

BTW, what's a non-tubeless tire ?? :??:

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07-02-2008, 05:53 PM	#42
samato Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Orlando, FL, USA Posts: 38	My front still has plenty of tread also but it's got some cracking on the sides. My rear basically has no tread in the middle. I'm pretty sure these are the original tires for this bike. I really need some tires ASAP and I'm going nuts trying to get them. It hasn't been easy to find inner tubes or rim strips either unless I want to buy from several different places (which I don't). This is crazy! Hopefully it won't be this hard to find front brake pads, which I also need right away. I'll let you guys know if I have any luck. P.S. I just installed some ammo cans as saddlebags. I used the SAW boxes. I'll post pics after I get through this tire ordeal. __________________ 2003 Suzuki GZ 250 - stock
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07-02-2008, 07:37 PM	#43
samato Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Orlando, FL, USA Posts: 38	UPDATE, 8:28pm: These tires are not available either. Man, this is crazy! Looks like the only option is OEM. Something like $146 for the front and $135 for the rear. I really don't know what to do now because I can't afford that much right now but I need the tires ASAP. -------------------------------------------------------------------------- So here's what I think I'm going to buy: http://www.bikebandit.com/product/10843 front tire http://www.bikebandit.com/product/3648 rear tire http://www.bikebandit.com/product/11113 front tube http://www.bikebandit.com/product/11109 rear tube I can't seem to find the right rim strips on bikebandit.com so I'm thinking I might just re-use the old ones. If anyone has comments, questions, or objections I'd love to hear them before it's too late. I plan to place my order tonight (soon). __________________ 2003 Suzuki GZ 250 - stock Login or Register to Remove Ads
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07-03-2008, 09:26 AM	#46
samato Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Orlando, FL, USA Posts: 38	I have the same question. I thought you could just put a tube in a tubeless tire and it would be fine. Is that not the case? __________________ 2003 Suzuki GZ 250 - stock
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07-03-2008, 11:56 AM	#48
samato Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Orlando, FL, USA Posts: 38	I think I understood your point. My question was aimed at other members who may or may not agree I suppose. __________________ 2003 Suzuki GZ 250 - stock
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07-03-2008, 08:37 AM	#44
jonathan180iq Super Moderator Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Dalton, GA Posts: 3,996	As long as the rim strip isn't damaged in anyway, I would reuse it. I have done this several times on my bicycle tires. Also, make sure that you get the version of those tires that accept tubes. The little description on the link says "tubeless".
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