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Old 07-18-2008, 08:33 AM
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Does anyone know what size Metz tire i need for my 08 SG, on the rear? I know Metz tires run slightly smaller than the Dunlop. How big can I go?
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Default RE: Metzeler tire ino please

Metzlers have the new alpha-numeric sizes for stock replacement.&nbsp\\; Outside of that your on your own if you are trying to go a bit wider without a wide tire kit.&nbsp\\; I have heard of some running a 150/90-16 but you give up some load capacity.&nbsp\\; Just watch your tire pressures.&nbsp\\; Metz's are finicky when it comes to air pressure.
 
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Default RE: Metzeler tire ino please

I would not go over the 140 16, I had a 150 come apart
 
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Default RE: Metzeler tire ino please

I run the 150's and love them. Tire size has nothing to do with them "coming apart" Metzler makes a great tire and you will have no problems with the 150s on your bagger!
 
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I'm running a 160x18 on an 06 SG. Sweet.
 
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Default RE: Metzeler tire ino please

A 150&nbsp\\;metz will fit fine.&nbsp\\; A 160 might need a little shaving of the lower belt guard.&nbsp\\; There is something about the Metz tire that just looks better than the dunlops.&nbsp\\;
 
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