Rear tire recommendation?

[bama6872]

I have an 05 chopper and need a new rear tire soon. Any recommendations?
Not sure if the stock tire is on it, as I bought it used. It's a 250 40 18R.
Can I go bigger or is that not recommended? Thanks for input.

 

[BBChopper]

Nothing bigger will fit,

 

[Srodden]

Can't go bigger if your chop is a 250 rear tire ? Try Bigdogpartskingpin on eBay or wildsteedworx.com maybe. both members here on the site. Also heard some members use a Metzler tire instead.

Do a search on this site for tire questions and answers

 

[Fat_Bastard]

What Looks Best?

I don't have any recommendations; but I need a rear tire as well.

I have gone through two Avon rears: 250/40 R18 81H, Venom & Cobra; stock size equipment in 2004 and biggest widest that would fit not counting brand variations within the 250 size... Since I can only fit a 250 wide and don't want to go 240; my only choices are the Avon Cobra 250, or the Dunlop Elite 3 250.

I am considering a Dunlop Elite 3 same size but heard the Dunlop measures out 3mm wider at widest point -- extremely close fit on my 2004 with left side belt drive. I have also heard some members get the Dunlop and shave/trim a millimeter off the belt side sidewall to clear, others don't; with perfect alignment I think mine will clear a Dunlop OK...

Avon rear photo:




Dunlop rear photo:



IMHO
I think the Metzler (no photo) has the best tread design and look; but the only size they offer close to a 250, is a 240 -- and we know how size counts! (Metz 260 is a no-go for mine)

I think I like the Dunlop look second best; and I have had Avons since 2004...
So let me know what would look best? _______

PS: I have seen a Dunlop Elite 3, 240 in lieu of a 250 and it don't look right! too skinny! 240 Metzler not as bad but still looks too skinny beneath the rear fender.

 

[firedog19]

I run an elite 3 on my 04 ridgeback no issues good treadwear

 

[BBChopper]

The Dunlop will need to have the sidewall sanded down in order to fit. There are several threads on here about it.

 

[firedog19]

I have no issues with clearence on mine no sanding needed

 

[BBChopper]

I have no issues with clearence on mine no sanding needed

250 chopper!

 

[Dakota]

Has anyone considered Michelin? Here are the statistics I was quoted from Michelin on their 240 tires. Anyone know statistics on the 250 Avon that came on the bikes?

Overall static diameter of 25.55 inches.

In-use overall diameter is 26.10 inches.

Static width is 9.44 inches.

In-use width is 10.12 inches.


Tire Selector | MICHELIN Motorcycle - United States