Quick Tire Question - 1999 M750

[the_Journeyman]

Yes, I read the tire rankings thread.

Looking at tire options again.  I've had great service from my ContiMotions, but not great mileage.

I would like to try Pirelli Angels (LOVED them on my 900SS) but unsure if they're a good fit on the Monster.  Stock, the Monster is 120/60 front (I run 120/70 and it's great) and 160/60 rear.  Angels don't seem to be available in a 160 width.  There is a 120/70 + 170/60 package available through CompAcc for a decent price.  Which is driving my question.  My riding style is abusive to tires with the non-adjustable Marzoochis up front and the ancient rear shock out back.  Not to mention I live in the NC mountains with roads that beg me to ride hard.

Cliff notes:

120/70 + 170/60 a good/possible combination on 1999 M750 with really (Moose ATV Bars) wide bars?  Turn in speed is quite quick with 120/70 and 160/60 currently.  I also destroy the ContiMotions in short order (great feel & grip though, low mileage) currently.

Thanks!
JM

[the_Journeyman]

No input?  Rubbing?  Horrible handling?  Anything?

JM

[ducpainter]

No input?  Rubbing?  Horrible handling?  Anything?

JM

My 900 had a 170 OEM on a 5.5" rim.

I don't think you'll have an issue with a 170 on the 4.5" rim. The handling will be very slightly slower...if that particular tire is actually different than the 160's you're used to.

I know on an SS the hugger will rub on the top of the tire if a 5.5" rim and a 180 tire is fitted.

I say go for it if the price is right.

[Speeddog]

I'm running 120/70 and 160/60 Pirelli Angels on my '98 M750 commuter.
I'd say there's adequate chain clearance for a 170, ~7/16" with my 160.

They work great., I've got ~3000miles on 'em since late April.
Can't really vouch for 'em in the wet, we get very little rain here.

[the_Journeyman]

I'll give it a shot then.  I've only had a hugger for a couple years so if I have to take it off, I'll deal with the extra cleaning.  With the wide bars, the turn in is really fast, so a little slow down won't hurt one bit.  

Thanks dp, I can always count on you!!

Speed dog -
I've just got to find the Angels in 160 then!  I KNOW they work fine in the wet, I flogged my 900SS in all conditions with no trouble, even had a couple days of wet snow on them too and they were quite predictable.

JM

[Speeddog]

I got my 160 from Cycle Gear here in SoCal.

Whether that helps at all....