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[bossofthastix88]

With clutch work and cdi what size tires can these machines handle?

[ClarksGarage]

I guess it really depends on what kind of riding you do. Do you ride trail, mud, or rocks? By looking at most signatures on here, most are running a 27" tire. Then you have some "crazies", like myself, who are running 30" tires lol. I know a clutch kit and cdi definitely improved turning my tires, and mine are not light. Just the tires alone weigh 66 lbs each.

[bossofthastix88]

Wow Thats heavy ! How do u like the mambas?

[ClarksGarage]

They dig pretty good, but Im more a fan of the Silverbacks. If Im ever able to sell my mambas, I will deff be going to a set of 30" silverbacks. Plus the silverbacks are 22 lbs lighter a tire lol

[jimclemjr]

"Handle" is relative, there is naturally a sacrifice as the bigger you go creates different gearing ratios. If we had 4x4 trucks we would put in different rearends to accommodate the loss of power and add bigger brakes if you want to stop your rig within reasonable distances. Instead we modify the sheave ratios with machining, but that's limited.
Keep in mind that the higher you go affects the center of gravity and the potential rollover factor, so consideration of wider wheel stance by spacers or longer travel kits may be desired.

[Hump]

Don't be expecting the top speed results you usually read about with people running smaller tires. As said, you have to really think about the percentage of the time during your avg ride that you "need" those big tires, the amount of time you are just cruising out the trail, and if you are looking for some high speed riding where you like a lot of power. It's all about the right tire for your riding style.

Myself, I avoid the deep mud when I can. I'm more into running hard through the trails and want a good rush down those short straights between turns and mudholes. It's all about suspension and power for me. I do get in some technical trails and love it. I do drag a good bit with 25s, but most of the time it's a matter of picking the right line to make it. That just adds to the fun. Now if you are a mudder, then go big. If you go big, try to go with a tire that's not to heavy.

I wouldn't mind having something bigger for winter around here, but I can't stop buying parts to make mine faster. LOL

To better answer your question...yes you can run a big tire and you will get your bottom end power and ability to turn them like stock tires with clutching. Seen a whole lot of these things in action. They will pull long hills, eat mud, and cruise good.

[bossofthastix88]

Thanks i do run alot of mud and Wet swampy trails so top speed doesnt bother me much i never get mine over 35mph Thats plenty for me. I would like to run 28s or 29.5s on my wolverine but Its límited space under the fenders.

[Hump]

I think you will be more than happy with the big tires then. I would get them on and see what it's like, take note of how it kills it. Then get you a sheave kit with a secondary spring and really turn those things.

[Yotehunter66]

Keep in mind heavier/bigger tire will increase your chances of axle failure and bearing failure quicker. There is a sacrifice for the larger tire size.