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TRFOXX
10-08-2001, 10:25 AM
Well I blew out the sidewall in my Ohtsu last weekend and want to get a new set for the rear. I ride tough trails usually alot of mud and rock and big hills. What do you guys suggest I get? any help would be great! The 3 tires that ive looked at are Maxxis Razr 6 ply 20x11x9, Holeshot 6 ply 20x11x9 and Bandit 20x10x9.
Which type would you suggest for my type of riding? Thanks!

CranMan
10-08-2001, 01:02 PM
I personally have GBC Dirt Devils 22x11x9 6ply. I think they're awesome all around. Pretty agressive, but they do well on alot of different terrains.

trx400ex
10-08-2001, 03:29 PM
holeshot holeshot. i blew out myu ohtsu sidewall too, must be weak, howd you do it/, i just hit a very dull pipe in 1 st gear, it sucked

TRFOXX
10-08-2001, 05:21 PM
Yeah im leaning more towards the holeshots but are they
real good in mud? I was flying up a big rocky hill and a rock
must have cut it. It was sliced in 2 places :mad: At least it was
the last ride of the day. Dose Holeshot make a 20x10x9 or is the
closest size 20x11x9?

Taco
10-08-2001, 06:58 PM
yea the 20x11x9 is the closest size you can get its just a lil wider which is good

oynot400
10-08-2001, 07:22 PM
I think it is pretty common to slice the side wall on the stock tires because I did the same thing 3 months after I got my 400. I got a set of hole shots and I have not had a problem with them at all. I have had good luck in the mud and hard pack.

Tommy 17
10-09-2001, 02:29 PM
I had a set of holeshot xcs 20x11x9 and they worked well never got one flat in 10 months and they held up pretty well tread wise till i got a new set of ohtsus and stuff for the winter and my little grooved turf tamers. i really like the xcs but if ur doin any riding in the winter i highly don't recommend this tires. they are awesome on hard pack dirt, soft dirt, mud anything but snow. i pushed more then rode. if ur doin snow get ohtsus or reltors. the holeshots are a great tire for the summer and puncture resistant.

400exJOE
10-10-2001, 07:21 PM
holeshots all the way. they r great tires for everything. (track trail mud rock...) they have awsome traction and r real durable. I have 20x11x9 six plys and they seem to be holding up great. Just don't get ripped and pay $85 a piece from dennis kirk! Go to rocky mtn. Save $20 a tire.;)

CHAR250R
10-10-2001, 07:34 PM
I have a pair of 6ply Puresport Bandits on my 400ex. They have been taking alot of punishment with no problems. They are a little on the heavy side. The weight doesn't bother me. I'm gonna get a set of the 6ply Holeshots soon. I had a set of Holeshots a while ago, and they didn't make a full ride that day. They weren't the 6plys. Either way you can't go wrong.

riz400
10-11-2001, 02:02 PM
Definitely RAZRS. I have the 21x7x10 up front and 20x11x9 in the rear. They perform great in all conditions. Very versatile.

400exRacerX
10-11-2001, 02:08 PM
i blew out the sidewall on my otshu's too, i didnt realize how common this problem was with these tires. i have razrs for the trails and they rip.

TRFOXX
10-11-2001, 02:54 PM
Are the Razrs good in the snow? just wondering since winter is coming around the bend.

TRFOXX
10-11-2001, 03:12 PM
So with my type of riding would you recommend The Holeshots or the Razrs? Remember I dont race but I can tear up the trails, lots of mud / rock / snow and big hills! I know im asking for it all but there's got to be a tire out there for me. I think im leaning towards the 20x11x9 6 ply Razrs? Help!:confused:

JabberJaw
10-11-2001, 03:28 PM
I sold my holeshots because the mud clogs up on them and they become slicks...

10-11-2001, 03:41 PM
i just got my xc's put on rims today and im happy with them. they seem to have a thicker sidewall. im hoping they'll hold up better than my stockers. which by the way had 16 plugs between all 4 tires in the sidewalls.

400exRacerX
10-11-2001, 07:05 PM
the razrs have a taller tread then the holeshots and they are spaced more for less of a clogg up, they also have tread on the side of the tire that grabs on turns, over all the tires rip.