X2 Square Tire Setup ?'s

[Redleg]

Looking at going with a square setup on the X2. Stock sizes are 26/8x12 & 26/10x12. I want to go with 27's for some added clearance and better looks w/out too much added rolling weight. Has anyone done this? What size did you go with? And how do you like it?
As of now I am looking at Carlisle Versa Trail or Blackwater Evo's in 27/9x12.

[therebel19]

I had the Carlisle Versa they were OK but there are probably better options out there. I haven't used the Blackwater Evos. I like the idea of having the same tire all the way around. I'm assuming your sticking with your stock wheels since your looking at tires for a 12" wheel? I would probably look at 10" wide tires all the way around.

[Redleg]

10 wide only comes in a 28" on the EVO's. Not sure I want to stress the drivetrain like that w/out a clutch.

[therebel19]

never mind Timmi responded while I was typing.

[Redleg]

I pretty much have it down to the Blackwaters and HTR's. Tough decision......

[Timmi]

I would stay with nine wide unless it's a larger utv like a rzr 1000, krx, etc. larger tires on the rear are a holdover from the 2wd days but that's what I learned on and still like it

[therebel19]

Hopefully someone else will chime in but I think the drivetrain would be fine. You might lose a little bottom end but still be OK. I ran 27's on my X4 before I got a JBS sheave and I was fine. I don't think 28s would be much different. Just use low when in doubt. I think a 10" tire will look and perform better for you.

Are you planning on a sheave anytime soon? If so, get it and wait until they have a holiday sale on tires or when funds build back up.

Are you wanting new tires because you want something different or are yours worn out? If your just needing more ground clearance, get the springs. You'll get ground clearance and a much better ride with the springs.

[Timmi]

I run in 2wd most of the time. I like the big tires for power to the ground and narrow tires for steering.

[Redleg]

I have a friend with a set of Carlisle BlackWater M/S in 27. Anyone ever heard of them? They look kind of like the ITP Mayhem/Maxxis Zilla's.

[Timmi]

looks like a very aggressive tread, good in mud but not so good on trails

I have a friend with a set of Carlisle BlackWater M/S in 27. Anyone ever heard of them? They look kind of like the ITP Mayhem/Maxxis Zilla's.