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**pete** · 01-08-2017, 03:58 PM

Can't help you on options for the L but I have an E with the 18" front and rear. I run Avon Roadriders 90/90-18 front, 100/90-18 rear and am extremely happy with them.

If you're going for the "look" of the tyres in the photo, then sorry can't help there at all. I need my tyres to actually grip the road in wet and dry so I won't compromise tyre performance for appearance... tyres like those are only good for bikes that basically show pony on sunny days only.

**lurch12_2000** · 01-08-2017, 05:47 PM

Well if you're looking for those Firestones, check this link...

Firestone Deluxe Champion Motorcycle | 400-19

https://www.cokertire.com/400-19-firestone-deluxe-champion-blackwall-tire.html

Firestone Deluxe Champion Motorcycle 4.00-19 TireLike many of the tires we offer, Firestone Deluxe Champion Motorcycle tires serve two purposes. It's an authentic tire for American motorcycle restorations from the 1930s and '40s, and it also appeals to custom motorcycle builders seeking the vintage look. The deep tread and smooth sidewall with raised black Firestone lettering is perfect for many styles of motorcycles, from stock Harley Davidsons to modified Honda, BSA, Triumph and many more! Restored classics, choppers, bobbers, cafe racers and much more. This tire covers it all and is available in seven sizes to fit 16-, 18- and 19-inch wheels. Sometimes called Firestone Champion Deluxe in other parts of the world, these tires are becoming insanely popular with custom bike builders everywhere.Blackwall TireSince the introduction of carbon black rocked the tire industry, the original recipe for most tires has been a solid black sidewall. For classics and collector cars alike, it's hard to beat the no-nonsense appeal of a classic blackwall style tire. British sports car, classic truck and even hot rod enthusiasts love the way a nice period correct blackwall tire looks on their vehicles.Bias Ply ConstructionBias ply tire construction is a method that was used from the 1900's through the 1970's on passenger cars and light trucks. Bias ply tires feature ply cords that run at a 45 degree angle to the bead, and overlap in a crisscross pattern, depending on how many ply layers are used. This creates a strong tire, but bias ply tires have a tendency to follow breaks or ruts in the pavement. Bias ply tires are the most authentic choice for classic car restorations and traditional hot rod builds. Coker Tire offers a huge variety of bias ply tires for many applications.Firestone Tires for Collector Vehicles Coker Tire is proud to offer authentic Firestone tires for a wide range of cars, trucks and motorcycles built from the 1900's through the 1970's. We offer Firestone Non Skid tires, Firestone Deluxe Champion tires, Firestone Wide Oval tires and many more famous styles and sizes to fit military vehicles, motorcycles and classic commercial trucks. With whitewalls, redlines, raised white letters and other classic sidewall styles, this product line is one of our most extensive and popular brands.

But do your research. I think looks aside those are pretty poor performing tires. Maybe you should stick with real motorcycle street tires and be happier with handling and performance of your GS450.
I've owned a few GS450's and they are nice handling runabouts with good tires. Again if looks supersedes performance then ignore my thoughts and go with those Firestones.

**Vortexjunkie** · 01-08-2017, 06:53 PM

Originally posted by lurch12_2000 View Post

Well if you're looking for those Firestones, check this link...

Firestone Deluxe Champion Motorcycle | 400-19

https://www.cokertire.com/400-19-firestone-deluxe-champion-blackwall-tire.html

Firestone Deluxe Champion Motorcycle 4.00-19 TireLike many of the tires we offer, Firestone Deluxe Champion Motorcycle tires serve two purposes. It's an authentic tire for American motorcycle restorations from the 1930s and '40s, and it also appeals to custom motorcycle builders seeking the vintage look. The deep tread and smooth sidewall with raised black Firestone lettering is perfect for many styles of motorcycles, from stock Harley Davidsons to modified Honda, BSA, Triumph and many more! Restored classics, choppers, bobbers, cafe racers and much more. This tire covers it all and is available in seven sizes to fit 16-, 18- and 19-inch wheels. Sometimes called Firestone Champion Deluxe in other parts of the world, these tires are becoming insanely popular with custom bike builders everywhere.Blackwall TireSince the introduction of carbon black rocked the tire industry, the original recipe for most tires has been a solid black sidewall. For classics and collector cars alike, it's hard to beat the no-nonsense appeal of a classic blackwall style tire. British sports car, classic truck and even hot rod enthusiasts love the way a nice period correct blackwall tire looks on their vehicles.Bias Ply ConstructionBias ply tire construction is a method that was used from the 1900's through the 1970's on passenger cars and light trucks. Bias ply tires feature ply cords that run at a 45 degree angle to the bead, and overlap in a crisscross pattern, depending on how many ply layers are used. This creates a strong tire, but bias ply tires have a tendency to follow breaks or ruts in the pavement. Bias ply tires are the most authentic choice for classic car restorations and traditional hot rod builds. Coker Tire offers a huge variety of bias ply tires for many applications.Firestone Tires for Collector Vehicles Coker Tire is proud to offer authentic Firestone tires for a wide range of cars, trucks and motorcycles built from the 1900's through the 1970's. We offer Firestone Non Skid tires, Firestone Deluxe Champion tires, Firestone Wide Oval tires and many more famous styles and sizes to fit military vehicles, motorcycles and classic commercial trucks. With whitewalls, redlines, raised white letters and other classic sidewall styles, this product line is one of our most extensive and popular brands.

But do your research. I think looks aside those are pretty poor performing tires. Maybe you should stick with real motorcycle street tires and be happier with handling and performance of your GS450.
I've owned a few GS450's and they are nice handling runabouts with good tires. Again if looks supersedes performance then ignore my thoughts and go with those Firestones.

Originally posted by pete View Post

Can't help you on options for the L but I have an E with the 18" front and rear. I run Avon Roadriders 90/90-18 front, 100/90-18 rear and am extremely happy with them.

If you're going for the "look" of the tyres in the photo, then sorry can't help there at all. I need my tyres to actually grip the road in wet and dry so I won't compromise tyre performance for appearance... tyres like those are only good for bikes that basically show pony on sunny days only.

OK. I may need to reword my question.

I am looking for tire sizes that would fit like the ones in the pictures. I prefer a performance driven tire that also has the "meaty" appearance to them as well.

**hillsy** · 01-08-2017, 08:34 PM

Originally posted by Vortexjunkie View Post

OK. I may need to reword my question.

I am looking for tire sizes that would fit like the ones in the pictures. I prefer a performance driven tire that also has the "meaty" appearance to them as well.

The last thing you should be doing is choosing tyres by the way they "look".

Avon Roadriders and Battlax BT45 are just two types that have the correct size / profile tyres for your rims. There are more out there if you look. That is what you want.

Forget about Firestones - they were re-made by Coker for vintage show cars.

**sam000lee** · 01-09-2017, 11:05 AM

For my '81 L I currently use Kendra K657 Challenger for the Rear and Shinko 712 up front with the stock wheelset. Pictures in the thread in my signature.

**Shaun6691** · 01-10-2017, 01:58 PM

i have an 82 gs450 that started as an L model. It had a 16" rear and a 19" front. Then I got an E model parts bike with 18s front and rear and now I'm swapping to a 17" rear disk wheel from an 83 GS1100E. I've run shinko 712's on all of em. They are excellent tires at a price that can't be beat. Just look at the reviews. http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...-712-rear-tire These will give you the meaty look you want. I run my bike fairly hard and have never had issues even in the rain. You can run a 120 on the 18" rear and a 110 width on the fronts.

**Gorminrider** · 01-11-2017, 01:11 PM

Looking at your picture, I'd be concerned they would rub on the swingarm. and-(unasked-for Curmudgeon opinion

They don't look that safe as tires either.

Shaun6691, samlee, hillsy and Pete are giving you good advice.

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