Fat tire for 83 GS550e(newbie)

[screamer3]

First of all this is a great site.
Next of all I am trying to find out if I can put a wheel and tire from a gsxr on my 83 gs550e or am I going to need to change the swingarm, If so what can I use? I am mechanically inclined so I can do some fabrication. And then what about the front. Any help would be greatfull. I have used the search but came up empty. :?

 

[luc8421]

if you've searched and haven't come up with something, you're searching incorrectly. Lots of people done this, so there's lots of info and people out there to help you along. I believe 140 is the largest you can put in a stock swingarm, but that's too big for a stock wheel, so most people do upgrade to a gsxr swingarm and wheel. I believe there are some other combinations that'll let you put a larger tire on as well. Some others with more experience will chime in, but in the mean time keep looking, there's lots of info.

 

[GARYEIN1]

FAT TIRE

FAT TIRE

I PUT A 140/90X16 ON THE BACK OF MY 85 GS550L
IT FITS FINE BUT THATS ABOUT AS BIG AS YOU CAN GO WITH OUT CHANGING THE SWINGARM

 

[screamer3]

Thanks for all the tips,

So if I wanted to go with a 140 what rim could I use?
AND
If I wanted to go with a 160 what gsxr swingarm can I use?

Any info will be greatly appreciated.