XC racing tire sizes

[RIDER11X]

Which combo do you prefer?

[GNCC#829]

I run 23/22 on my 400.

[sweet300ex]

I like my 21/20 combo, but i dont race or anything, i trail ride tho, and thats sorta like XC

[RIDER11X]

Originally posted by GNCC#829
I run 23/22 on my 400.

Got any pics of that? Thanks!
:)

[GNCC#829]

I do, but I don't know how to resize them. People have told me, and I have tried, but I just can't figure it out. I can email them to you if you would like!:( :D

[RIDER11X]

Originally posted by GNCC#829
I do, but I don't know how to resize them. People have told me, and I have tried, but I just can't figure it out. I can email them to you if you would like!:( :D

Sure! I can post them for you if you like.:)

[Ex'r Marlin]

I too run the 23"/22" combo most of the time.

Note: From time to time I run the 23"/20" combo... I really like the 23" front XCT tires!:)

Good luck with your decision!

[TRX_Thumper]

22inch kenda klaws up front for me and 20 inch kenda gnarlys in the back...i will never use another tire up front but i think im gonna switch to either 22inch or 20inch holeshot for the back

[bmw500hp]

Originally posted by Ex'r Marlin
[B]I too run the 23"/22" combo most of the time.

Note: From time to time I run the 23"/20" combo... I really like the 23" front XCT tires!:)
/B]

I ran into a set of 23 xct from a bud today at a good price and at about 90% tread...now you have me interested in them...what is it you like about the 23" over the 22"

[Ex'r Marlin]

Originally posted by bmw500hp
...now you have me interested in them...what is it you like about the 23" over the 22"
I too have the 22" XC's, but I find that the 23's not only add more ground clearence, they:
- Roll over obstacles better... My most noticeable difference.
- Does not bury the bumper on a steep downhill to flat transition as easy as 22" tires would. (Highly recommend for downhills).
- A little skinnier than the 22" tires... Not that this is a great positive, but it is noticeable.
- Changes the weight ratio to the back more. (For those with stock shocks)... This may give you more rear traction.

Negatives:
- Sets the atv front end a little higher
- 23's I believe are a little heavier
- They push more in turns... Obviously, the smaller the diameter front tire, most likely the more precise steering you will have. I think since the 23's are skinnier, they steer very similar to the 22's... Which in my opion, still push, comparing to the stock front tires.

For me, ground clearence is key... I very rarely hit my belly plate and get stuck on obstacles. I am not saying that the 22" fronts are a bad choice, it just depends on what matters to you the most.

Good luck!
:)

[RIDER11X]

Originally posted by GNCC#829
I do, but I don't know how to resize them. People have told me, and I have tried, but I just can't figure it out. I can email them to you if you would like!:( :D

I got it! Here ya go.:)

[bmw500hp]

Marlin, thanks alot for a full and complete reply!:)

[Chanman420q]

i run 20 rear and 22 front......... when i hit the MX track 18 rear 20 front. Im always gunna keep the 2 inch diffrance.......

[remlapr]

I run 20" XC's rear and 22" XC's front. I'm thinkin about going to the 23" XCT's up front when (if) I go to +1 a-arms. I'm hoping the +1's will make up for the pushing because I will be wider up front.