8 or 9?

[jacobw]

9 inch rear wheels with 18x10.5x9 tires is there any advantages or disadvantages for running this for mx? over the 8in rear wheels
I have 9in rear hipers and dont want to buy new 8in rear wheels just to do mx is that ok?

[hardkoratvmxr]

why dont you just see if you can trade them for 8 inch hipers but i dont really see any difference except with a 9 inch mx tire you will have a small sidewall

[400grl]

I run the 9" rims because I still have my stock rims - I like the 9" rim with the 18" tires...they have worked out really well for me......not worth trading to a new size if you ask me.

[rr4406pak]

If you use the 8" rear Hipers, the hubs are incorporated into the rim. This is a big advantage! That means you no longer need your heavy stock rear hubs.
It saves a total of 4 pounds! That is alot of unsprung weight to lose and makes quite a difference in handling.

Something to consider.

PS: The extra inch of sidewall makes for more comfy riding as well...

[NacsMXer]

I run Hiper 9x9 dual beadlock rears and I love them! It's a great compromise between the cushion of an 8 inch rim and the handling of a 10 inch rim..best of both worlds. Like 400grl said, not worth trading for 8 inchers IMO.