How to figure out what tires I need....

[AudiA4_20T]

Hey guys, I have a 1982 GS650L and it desperately needs tires. So far I read off the tire and the front says

25/19/54h

while the rear says

130/90/16-67

The front tire size seems wrong although that's what it says. Is there some way to calculate a recent size? And can someone recommend tires for me? I'm looking for something like a 150/60/19 type size to use.

Thanks,
Clint

[Pac-Man]

im having tire issues for this darn 450L of mine as well,lol. Seems i can find the tires altho not the same brand or matching set, different tread pattern or they can get me the front but not the rear etc etc. Im really having a way to go of it rite now. You can try referring to a tire thread i already have open w/ many resource links to check for tires for your bike by clicking http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...d.php?t=176021

[Nessism]

100/90-19 in the front

130/90-16 in the rear

I suggest Shinko 230's. Dirt cheap, V-rated, and good quality. The best value going in my opinion. http://motorcycle.motorcycle-superst...h#w=shinko+230

[Pac-Man]

i checked that site to Ness and guess what ? They have the front tire http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...T.ac=SLIsearch but not the matching rear (Correct Size) http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...Rear-Tire.aspx I need 120/90-16, all they have is 130/90-16, I dont know if the 10 will effect my bike much?

[AudiA4_20T]

i checked that site to Ness and guess what ? They have the front tire http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...T.ac=SLIsearch but not the matching rear (Correct Size) http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...Rear-Tire.aspx I need 120/90-16, all they have is 130/90-16, I dont know if the 10 will effect my bike much?

Pac-Man, you can probably just run the 130 tire, the 120/130 is just the width of the tire, and 120 vs. 130 shouldn't matter.

[Nessism]

Pac-Man, you can probably just run the 130 tire, the 120/130 is just the width of the tire, and 120 vs. 130 shouldn't matter.

No, his bike has a 2.15" wide rear wheel. A 130 is way too wide for that rim.

[Pac-Man]

another one bites the dust! i been trying to find tires to buy for a week now, cant find a farkin matching set!!

[AudiA4_20T]

Thought I'd give everyone an update if people search. Ended up ordering the Pirelli Sport Demons

F: 100/90/19
R: 130/90/16



Total shipped was around $220 (shipping was only ~$10 which is awesome from CA to NJ)

They got awesome reviews so we'll see. I'll update when I get them on.

Question, do most guys just mount the tires themselves on here? Not sure if I need any type of things to apply to the tires to make them seal better?

[Big Rich]

Pac-man: check out www.denniskirk.com for tires as well. You can open a second window on your browser......search for a front tire in one and the rear in another. And with a 2.15" wide wheel, even a 120/90 tire is right on the edge. A 110/90-16 would probably fit better if you could find it.

[BassCliff]

Hi,

I'm pretty lucky as there is a bike shop near me that sells tires for only a few dollars more than online prices, and if you buy your tires there they mount/balance them for free. But I found these pages on some guy's website.

Tire Info/Changing Tires

Tire Change "How To"
(By Mr. catbed)


Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff

[1_v8_merc]

There's plenty of people with 650's, running 120's and 130's.
Just for your information.....

I had no problems finding tires in those sizes....maybe that's why so many people are using them.

[AudiA4_20T]

Hi,

I'm pretty lucky as there is a bike shop near me that sells tires for only a few dollars more than online prices, and if you buy your tires there they mount/balance them for free. But I found these pages on some guy's website.

Tire Info/Changing Tires

Tire Change "How To"
(By Mr. catbed)


Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff

Thanks Bass! Took me about 45 min to get both off because I like putting every bolt and nut in order. Here she sits!

[AudiA4_20T]

hey guys what are the torque specs for the F + R wheels

[SVSooke]

Should all be here http://www.mtsac.edu/~cliff/storage/gs/GS650GManual.pdf