1981 GS650L Tire Sizes

[DaveP]

A question about tire sizes for the 1981 GS650L.

Original tire sizes:
Front - 90/90-19
Rear - 130/90-16

So far, the only tire set that I have seen with these sizes is the Pirelli MT66. Any other tire set, such as the Shinko 712 or Pirelli Sport Demon, would have to increase the front tire size to 100/90-19.

Any clearance issues on the GS650L front fender with the slightly taller tire?

Any issue with the greater radius difference between the front and rear tire if going with the taller front tire and staying at the original size on the rear tire?

Thanks,
Dave

[Skinner]

HI Dave,

The 100/90-19 works just fine. No clearance or handling issues at all.

[Wingsconsin]

Look at JakeWilson.com --

I have Michelin Commander II tires on my GS850GL right now
They are great...and as a dual compound tire promise longevity nearing double what an average tire delivers.

The Commander II SET would be $227 delivered.

I had Shinko Tourmaster 230's o my GS650 GL last eyar and really like them also...
www.jakewilson.com price --> $127 delivered.

Choices choices...

[DaveP]

Choices choices...

You are right about that.

Either the Shinko 230 or 712 are probably good for the price. $115 - $130.

The Pirelli MT66 would be about $190 to match the original tire sizes.