Replacement tire confusion

geoffl · Mar 23, 2013

Looking to replace the old Duro brand tires on a 1980 XS400G, it has spoked rims. The tire says tube type on sidewall. Cant seem to find tire replacement suggestions anywhere on this site. Any recommendations greatly appreciated.
Thanks for the help

I am confused as whether it is safe to use a tubeless tire on these rims.

Lou Ranger · Mar 23, 2013

geoffl said:
... I am confused as whether it is safe to use a tubeless tire on these rims.

I have no first hand experience, but numerous postings on this forum that I've read indicate that you can use a tubeless tire with a tube inside and, that with spoked wheels you always need to use a tube.
So, once you have a good tube (and the protective liner inside the wheel too I guess), you can use either type of tire that fits the wheel properly.

boostfreak · Mar 23, 2013

^what he said. You can use tubeless tires with tubes.

phate · Mar 24, 2013

@geollf I have the same bike and use the kenda challanger tires as they are cheap, seem pretty durable, and have good grip in the corners. Another common replacement tire is the Bridgestone bt45's but they are a lot more expensive

arfstrom · Mar 24, 2013

I got my rear tire off of amazon, for total $55.00 via Motorcycle Superstore,
Shinko SR735 Rear Cruiser Tire
Color- --, Size- 110/90S-16

It was on sale, 20% discount, Keeps you eyes open!
Tobie

Replacement tire confusion

geoffl

xs400G owner

Lou Ranger

Former xs400 Luddite

boostfreak

XS400 Member

phate

XS400 Addict

arfstrom

XS400 Guru

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