BurntTimber
XS400 Member
Hey all,
So I'm continuing to work on the restore of my '79 XS400. It has spoked 18s front and rear and tire sizes of 3.00-18 front and 3.50-18 rear (the stock tires are still on this bad boy).
So, what's my best option for balancing ride performance and tread wear, while keeping a classic look? Right now, here are the tires I'm considering:
Feedback on the above, or other classic recommendations with good fitment appreciated.
So I'm continuing to work on the restore of my '79 XS400. It has spoked 18s front and rear and tire sizes of 3.00-18 front and 3.50-18 rear (the stock tires are still on this bad boy).
So, what's my best option for balancing ride performance and tread wear, while keeping a classic look? Right now, here are the tires I'm considering:
- IRC GS-11 (stock sizing)
- Duro HF319 (stock sizing)
- Avon AM26 90/90-18 & 110/90-18
- Bridgestone Spitfire S11 100/90-18 & 120/90-18(not stock sizing so not sure if anyone has experience with fitment on these, little nervous to be going off design spec)
Feedback on the above, or other classic recommendations with good fitment appreciated.
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