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Originally Posted by MotoAddict
There are no problems with fitting a 190 on a 5.5 inch rim, this is what roadracing world did on their shootout and also what most racers use. But if you are to do it stick to a 190/55 not a 190/50 or you will really slow your turn in.
before with stock 180/55
after with BT003 190/55
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I new one of you was gonna say something... If you look at what I wrote, I said you need a 6" wheel to run a 190 properly. "Properly being the key word. Didn't say you couldn't do it. It won't hurt anything, but it's pointless. You don't gain any more traction except for that extra 5mm on each side of the tire. If you think you need that extra 5mm, get a race tire. Putting a 190 on a 5.5" wheel changes the profile of the tread and sidewall, not to mention more weight and tire height(changing the suspension geometry). It was designed for a 6" wheel. By the way, most racers are running forged aluminum or mag wheels. They usually come in a 6" wheel depending on the maker. Try not to believe that everything in the magazines and what racers do is the correct way of doing things.
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Last edited by SLIDER : 09-01-2008 at 12:18 PM.
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