Hi All,
Finally got my 17" rear wheel conversion installed. What a great mod/farkle!! To mix things up I did a GSXR 17 wheel with a c10 hub welded in. How about that for an alternative to the Kosman or Mean Streak wheel…
Out back, I am running a Conti Road Attack 2 in 170/60/17. These are the tire the cops are running out here on the RT's. I have 30 miles on them from my test ride and so far here are the results.
I am running a HUGE Givi 55 liter top box and with the old pizza cutter 150 rear I got a lot of wiggle, the thing is so big it's a like a sail on the rear end.
But I use all the storage so I was hoping the 170 would improve the handling characteristics. That is all but gone with the a 170 17
“The Silver” can move around in corners now with improved handling. More lean in stability with wider rear.
I am running an Avon 2 Storm ultra in the front with 3k miles on it and the rear has 30.
Of the line traction and acceleration seem improved at first test ride.
So far, so good with this combo.
and RPM's dropped from my normal 4,250 at 70 to 4,100 at 70
I need still have it powder coated. I just wanted to get it on an run it for now.
I will strip it down and have it powder coated to match my lowers of my 2002 when I change the tires next time.
Here are some pics. And the best thing as you all know, Hello new Tire selection!!! Conti Road Attack 2!
Here are some pics. And the best thing as you all know, Hello new Tire selection!!! Conti Road Attack 2!
Sorry rear shot is a little blury.. phone camera.. will repost later but you can the tread pattern and wheel on bike.