Darksiding the Xciting

[hgw75]

Had one (car tire) on my 07X-500, loved it, no problems, good ride, had over 20000 miles on it before I changed it, don't remember the size.

[htcneil2]

Finally got it installed. Its raining right now, ill give it a try tomorrow.

Its 165/60r14 it seems to fit alright and clears all hard parts.

Ill give an update soon.

[zombie]

Awesome! I hope it look as unique as I imagine it does.

[Urbestfriend]

We are all waiting excitedly..Be sure to tell us how it rides and handles...

[zombie]

Just a hint...

[sissy mary]

Is that you in the picture zombie? Remember, racing and drinking does not mix!

[zombie]

LOL... That one is Vivo. He's the drinker. I'm the Glaucoma free portion of the party. (up the stairs to the back bedroom)

[BettinANDlosing]

LOL... That one is Vivo. He's the drinker. I'm the Glaucoma free portion of the party. (up the stairs to the back bedroom)

Hahaha

[htcneil2]

[htcneil2]

[htcneil2]

So took it out for about 200 miles this weekend, and I am very pleased.

regarding handling, yes you got to counter steer and hold the bar of course on sweepers. Check out those chicken strips. Haha

Anyways, went on a highway jaunt, and then to some twisties we call Racers Road.

still managed to scrape the centerstand while leaning like usual so this modification is a true upgrade four the touring/commuter type.
Again, usually when scraping hardparts thats usually my limit and again it did that fine.

its a 165/60r14 75H. Ill keep this post updated.
 

[htcneil2]

I think what everybody is saying and I did work for a major tire manufacturer is that the cross section on an auto tire is not the same as a cycle tire.  The tread is on the bottom and normally has sharper corners.  A  cycle tire has a round cross section because two wheels lean when turning whereas four don't and that's why there is usually squealing on high speed turns.  Further...Cycle tires are a lower durometer (softer) rubber for better traction whether straight, stopping or turning.  That's why they wear out faster.
Now if you are going to Drag race your Xciting in a straight line you may be ok.  Besides that,  your center of gravity is higher and that can only accelerate problems.  This is not to say that I have seen Motorcycles with Auto type tires.  Let us know how this works out for you.....

I was taking 45-55mph sweepers at 70-75. No issues. Felt very planted.

[htcneil2]

Who makes that size car tire? I did not know anyone made them that narrow? Do u think it will fit?

It fits. Formoza.

Like u I have a lot of miles on my Xciting. Which means you know how to ride. You ought to try it.

[zombie]

The look is everything I expected, the review is great to hear, and I believe you may have sparked a revolution here. The practicality aspect is stellar. I can see quite a few new believers.

[Porkie]

That tire looks like it was made for your scooter--good job.

Sam:)