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Post by Deleted on Feb 10, 2006 21:37:41 GMT -5
OK heres my question. I want to get new tires for my '04 Grizzly, but not sure I want new wheels. I'm thrifty (cheap). The Griz has aluminum wheels stock. I like Hole Shot ATR's. I like Mud Lite XTR's, both radials. I think if I get XTR's i will need new wheels because smallest are 26-9-12 Front and 26-11-12 Rear and my wheels are are like 8-F and 10-R. The Hole Shots come in 26-8-12 and 26-10-12. So anyway I'd like to hear from everyone on this subject. Thanks Bill, a.k.a. Snake
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Post by Drew RZR 800 on Feb 10, 2006 21:51:34 GMT -5
That is only 1/2 inch per side , you should be fine . You will probably find that it will protect the wheel better due to overhang of the tire . Factory alum. wheels offer some protection that aftermarket does not , they bend easy in a roll over . Check ATVNC in the Classifieds and find you a spare set of stockers and have two sets one stock tire and one agressive . Believe that any wheel that is a 4 110 bolt pattern should work as long as it is a independent rear suspension bike ( offset of the wheel ) , believe that honda , suzuki, yamaha, and some ARTIC CATs are all 4 110 wheels . Polaris and Kawaski use different patterns .
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Post by DarylJ on Feb 10, 2006 22:53:15 GMT -5
you will have NO problems with a 27x10x12 front and 17x12x12 rear, thats what I am running.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 10, 2006 23:06:03 GMT -5
Some guys would actually suggest a narrower wheel than that because the closer the width of the tire is to the width of the wheel the more likely you risk losing a bead.
But you definently would not need new wheels as long as your wheels are 12" tall which I assume they are.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 10, 2006 23:20:42 GMT -5
hum your tire needs to be catered to the type riding you do the hole shot wouldnt be that good in mud wear as the mudlite XTR;s would be good for trail and mud.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 10, 2006 23:52:21 GMT -5
i'm not sure I totally understand the reasoning for having a radial tire on a quad unless you riding at very fast speeds.
Bias plys are tougher and wear longer usually.
Have you seen the HighLifter Outlaw MSTs, they look like a tire worth looking into, I like the design on them and may go with a set of 26 and 25s on my 355.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 10, 2006 23:58:25 GMT -5
mudlite etr;s read what they say about them they give a better tread pattern.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 11, 2006 8:53:35 GMT -5
The one good thing about buying aftermarket wheels is the spacing. If you buy a set that is spaced wider than your stock wheels your bike will have a wider stance and therefore feel much more stable on off camber trails.
The cheaper option would of course be to just buy some wheel spacers to use with you factory wheels.
If you space your wheels out a little and get some good 6 ply tires your Grizzly is going to feel like a different machine. You will love it! Those factory tires are way too mushy and roll a lot.
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Post by Drew RZR 800 on Feb 11, 2006 16:22:12 GMT -5
Do get a higher ply tire , most come with 2 ply , 4 or more ply is the way to go if you want them to last and reduce your tire roll over . The taller the tire the more thought you would need to put into spacers . 25" height you should be fine with out spacers .
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Post by DarylJ on Feb 11, 2006 17:17:46 GMT -5
On the Grizzly he wont need spacers with 27's I didn't at least.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 11, 2006 19:07:32 GMT -5
thanks for all the imput. everything is helpful...Bill
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Post by Administrator on Feb 12, 2006 10:52:42 GMT -5
Bill, when you want to know about atv stuff.. ask the professionals.... The riders on here!
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Post by Drew RZR 800 on Feb 12, 2006 11:26:59 GMT -5
I thought you spacers Daryl , must be the wider width tire that makes it look like it does .
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Post by Ken K on Feb 12, 2006 12:28:14 GMT -5
I'm looking for some similar advice. Getting ready to put new tires and wheels on my '05 stock Grizzly. I think I've already decided on the Mudlight XTR's but my question is what size? Don't want to go so big that I have to start cutting fenders or tearing stuff up but would like something bigger than stock. What are your opinions on 12's or 14's? Also, how wide would you go? I rather not have to add flares to keep from getting completely covered in mud either if possible.
I know there are more than a few Grizzly owners in the club so what size are you guys running?
Thanks for the help.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 12, 2006 13:12:31 GMT -5
I have ITP C series wheels with Mud Lites on my 05 Grizzly. I have 26x10x12 on the front and 26x12x12 on the back. I really like this setup. The tires hang out past the fenders a little but that will be hard to avoid. I can still run through mud and not get muddy most of the time. In my opinion the 26's are the perfect size tire. If you really like the mud you may want to go bigger but the issue is the bigger and heavier the tire the easier it is to break axles and CV joints. The regular Mud Lites get excellent traction but I would not recommend them because they are wearing pretty bad. I think the next tires I buy will be the Mud Lite XTR's. Here's some pics of my Grizzly. photobucket.com/albums/b136/TTB2000/Dwayne/
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Post by DarylJ on Feb 12, 2006 19:40:45 GMT -5
On Stock wheels I ran 27x9 on the front and 27x11 on the rear in the 589 tires. The tire still tucked under the fenders very well. Then I put 27x10 front and 27x12 rears on the stock wheels (Mud Bugs) and again no real problem with it sticking out too far. Then about a year ago I found a set of used ITP wheels for $100 and couldn't pass that up so I put those on. With the wider wheels it does feel more stable BUT I do get quite a bit of mud flying around.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 16, 2006 15:14:47 GMT -5
check out the bighorns. I have had the stock tires, mudlites and bighorns and the bighorns are the best in my opinion.
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Post by Ken K on Feb 16, 2006 22:39:14 GMT -5
Thanks for the feedback guys, its been a big help. Has anyone heard any feedback on the new 14" diameter xtr's? According to their website they describe the difference between the 12's and 14's like this: "The 12-inch option is ideal for primarily muddy conditions, offering better flex and more flotation. The revolutionary 14-inch model is an excellent all-around trail/mud choice, with its lower-profile sidewall resulting in reduced flex and a dramatic improvement in handling and rider confidence."
From what I can see the 14's are only available in 27's not 26's. I'm wondering how noticeable the difference would be between 26x12 vs. 27x14.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 17, 2006 22:05:05 GMT -5
Also keep in mind the taller heavier ply tires are going to rob more horsepower and torque. The heavier 6 ply tires will rob a significant amount of power especially when you go with taller tires, so be aware of that, your going to lose some power with your tire size. I would assume with a 660cc Grizzley that wouldn't be a big problem though unless you go with very big ones.
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