StPeteXX Posted February 1, 2005 Share Posted February 1, 2005 Is there a rear Honda rim, that will fit on the XX that will allow a 190 tire? I don't want to jeopardize the handling by making a 190 fit on the stock 5.5" rim. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bartonmd Posted February 1, 2005 Share Posted February 1, 2005 well... you could always give it a "rim job" I suppose :lick: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wingedflight Posted February 2, 2005 Share Posted February 2, 2005 You can put the 190 on a 5.5" rim. If you don't want to effect the handling stay with the 180, the 190 will cause the XX to even fell heavier than it already is during turn in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StPeteXX Posted February 2, 2005 Author Share Posted February 2, 2005 I understand that the stock 5.5" rim will force a 190 to fit. I understand that a 190 on a 5.5" rim will negatively affect the handling of the XX. I wanted to know if there was a Honda rim that uses a 190 tire and if it will work on the XX. Would there be any noticeable difference with a 190 on the proper size rim allowing the tire to retain its designed profile? Would the handling remain mostly the same? I also think the 180 on the XX looks so tiny from behind compared to a 190 that is on other liter bikes. Any input is greatly appreciated. Thanks guys (and girls). Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Byrdman Posted February 2, 2005 Share Posted February 2, 2005 Didn't the 929 and the 954 run a 190 on the rear? If so, the only changes would be spacers and possibly a slight modification of the caliper mounting location? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Krypt Keeper Posted February 2, 2005 Share Posted February 2, 2005 I know the 929 did.. Buddy has one, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StPeteXX Posted February 2, 2005 Author Share Posted February 2, 2005 I know the 929 did.. Buddy has one, How much modification, if any was required. Or did it simply mount up? What year is his XX? Mine is a '97. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Krypt Keeper Posted February 2, 2005 Share Posted February 2, 2005 Sorry must have misunderstood :oops: My buddy has a 929 01' I believe and it has a 190 on the rear tire. Came with a 190 from the factory. I wouldn't know what modifications would be needed to make it fit a bird. sorry for the confusion Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dion Posted February 2, 2005 Share Posted February 2, 2005 You can always spend some $$$ http://www.rccomponents.com/wheels.jsp?cat...&img=wheels.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JB4XX Posted February 2, 2005 Share Posted February 2, 2005 You can always spend some $$$http://www.rccomponents.com/wheels.jsp?cat...&img=wheels.jpg Hell ya, I want spinners :cool: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichardCranium Posted February 2, 2005 Share Posted February 2, 2005 I say either just be a poser and get the 190 and cram in on there damn the poor handling or ride the bike with the tire than a team of really smart little japanese men designed the bike to use. The 180 doesnt look tiny but if tire envy is getting the better of you then go for it. BTW ask Northman about the handling on the stock rim. I think he may have shit his pants but the fireworks were certainly entertaining when he touched his header down right in front of me due to the ass end kicking out on his 190 rear tire. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Byrdman Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 White sparks from titanium are the best! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northman Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 Thanks for the support, guys :roll: Yeah, the 190 looks impressive, but handles like shit leaned over. When the tire was relatively new (days 1&2), it handled decent, except for some minor squirming leaned over. Enough that I used up the full surface without much drama. Then came day #3...... I think we had aboot 1000 miles on the tire by that time, and it was showing it's wear. On a hard right hander, the back end let go on me, and started drifting the whole bike wide. The front end dove when I let off the throttle to get back on line, and that's when the header touched. Definite pucker moment, and pissed me off knowing that I had to ride more gently for the last two days of the trip (at least when the road wasn't straight :wink:) FWIW, I put the tire on because it was cheap as hell, and I had heard a lot of second hand information on the handling when using a 190 tire. Turns out the rumors were true. :oops: If you really insist on installing a 190, you might want to try a 190/55/17 instead of the 190/50/17. Supposed to have a better profile when mounted on a 5.5 inch rim. I'm gonna stick with the 180 for now..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N1K Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 Well if you live in Florida where there are no turns, then a 190 might be great??? :razz: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Byrdman Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 aboot Sweet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaXX Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 Bottomline, a 190 on any rim will not be as responsive and turn in as good as a 180, FUCKING PERIOD!!! AND YES IT IS FUCKING NOTICEABLE. AND NO, YOU CAN'T FUCKING AVOID IT. Ain't Physics and Geometry a bitch????? Now, with that out of the way, since you are not going to avoid the 190 handling any better, issue two you want to solve is the look. Put the fucking 190 on the 5.5 and be done with it. You get the look and the same handling regardless. Helpful????? MaXX Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dion Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 aboot Sweet! :pointup: I didn't know that Canadians typed with an accent too. ROFL! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackhawkxx Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 I wanted to know if there was a Honda rim that uses a 190 tire The 1000RR has a 6" rim with a 190. Don't know if it will fit the XX though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest rockmeupto125 Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 Precisely, blackhawk. All this posturing hasn't addressed the original question very well. Is there a rear Honda rim, that will fit on the XX that will allow a 190 tire? I don't want to jeopardize the handling by making a 190 fit on the stock 5.5" rim. I don't know of any, StPete, but I'm comfortable with my 190/55. Then again, I ride like an old man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichardCranium Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 Precisely, blackhawk. All this posturing hasn't addressed the original question very well. Whoa...write this down. A thread was hijacked on this board. Thanks for setting us young rapscallions straight. I don't know of any, StPete, but I'm comfortable with my 190/55. Then again, I ride like an old man. So to continue the hijacking: Would you say it improved the handling or worsened it? The word "comfortable" being reletive and all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest rockmeupto125 Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 Thanks for setting us young rapscallions straight. Somebody needs to once in a while. Wouldn't say it handles any worse or better. If anything, it may feel a little heavier, but despite popular opinion, the XX really doesn't "flick" very well anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northman Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 Wouldn't say it handles any worse or better. If anything, it may feel a little heavier, but despite popular opinion, the XX really doesn't "flick" very well anyway. The right setup makes a world of difference, though. :idea: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest rockmeupto125 Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 It certainly does. Some front end work and that Ohlins you are sporting make a big difference. But that comparison is made to the other bikes that are available in the "handling" category. The XX is pretty much on the grey edge of the sportbike group. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveK Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 I asked my dispatcher friend about this tire issue..... He said, "Get a BUSA". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdie_xx Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 Don't lie ! Other than Andy, you have no friends ! :twisted: People here just lust for you, but that's it ........ Reality check ! Cheers, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.