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  1. #10 Re: Two flat tires, need help picking new ones... 
    C-Moto Regular Mot's Avatar
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    Thanks! Clearance isn't an issue for either size and I'd like more lean on the kickstand.

    I was more concerned about the change in gearing/acceleration, cornering ability due to side wall flex, and wheel RPM for ABS function.

    My underlying assumption was that I need to balance the change in both front and rear. I have no choice in front tire sizes. I am stuck moving to 120/70

    To that end, going from:
    110/70 to 120/70 in front is 10mm wider and 9.1% increase diameter
    150/60 to 160/60 in rear is 10mm wider and 8.8% increase in diameter

    150/60 to 150/70 in rear is 0mm wider and 16.7% increase in diameter

    Does anyone/everyone still think going taller in the rear instead of wider is the better choice?
    Last edited by Mot; 10-20-2016 at 03:55 AM.
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